Cooling Inflation Pushes 2027 Social Security COLA Toward 3.7–3.8%
TL;DR
New estimates indicate the 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may range from 3.7% to 3.8% as inflation cooled, with June's CPI at 3.5% year over year and the official COLA decision due in October. Medicare Part B premiums are projected near $209.50 in 2027, with a $700 Part D deductible and a $2,400 out-of-pocket threshold, while retiree concerns about costs persist.
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