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Millions of American seniors rely on Social Security as their primary source of income. In fact, half of all households with someone aged 65 or older depend on it for the majority of their financial needs. That’s why the annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is such a critical update—it helps benefits keep up with rising prices.

In this video, we dive deep into the latest forecast for the 2026 Social Security COLA, how it’s calculated, and why the estimate was just revised. You’ll learn about the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W)—the main measure used to determine the annual adjustment—and how some experts argue it doesn’t accurately reflect the real expenses seniors face.

We’ll also explore the Consumer Price Index for the Elderly (CPI-E), which many believe would be a more accurate benchmark. But for now, the Social Security Administration is still using the CPI-W to set benefit increases.

Here’s what’s new: According to The Senior Citizens League, the 2026 COLA estimate has just been raised to 2.3%, based on the latest inflation data. While any increase helps, this is still lower than previous years—and could fall short of covering real costs for many retirees.

But there’s another twist: tariffs. With rising import taxes on goods from countries like China, Mexico, and Canada, inflation could increase again—pushing the COLA higher than expected. These tariff policies haven’t yet made a full impact on prices, but they could influence the final COLA figure when it’s calculated in late 2025.

Whether you're receiving Social Security or planning for retirement, this update is essential viewing. We break it down in simple terms so you understand exactly what’s happening and how it might affect your monthly benefits.

📌 If you care about your future benefits, this is the information you need to know.

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