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cost-of-living adjustment

American  
[kawst-uhv-liv-ing, kost-] / ˈkɔst əvˈlɪv ɪŋ, ˈkɒst- /

noun

  1. COLA.


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Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment could be as much as 3.6% in 2027.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment could be between 3.2% and 3.6% in 2027, adding at least $67 a month to the average retiree benefit amid cooling inflation.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment could be around 3.8% in 2027, adding about $74 a month to the average retiree’s benefits, as inflation shows signs of cooling.

From MarketWatch Jul. 14, 2026

The cost-of-living adjustment is based on CPI-W, which gives more weight to food, apparel, and transportation costs.

From Barron's Apr. 10, 2026

If you manage to get an offer, brace for a cost-of-living adjustment.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 26, 2026

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