Social Security COLA Prediction for 2025 and Its Impact on Retirement Plans
Friday, 17 May 2024, 09:45
2025 Social Security COLA Prediction
Some experts forecast a 2.6% COLA for 2025, the lowest since 2021.
Social Security's Inflation-Linked Adjustments
The annual COLA aims to combat inflation and maintain buying power.
- Good News: A lower COLA may indicate slowing inflation.
- Bad News: Social Security struggles to preserve benefits' value over time.
Challenges and Potential Cuts
Program's cash flow issues may lead to benefit cuts due to smaller COLAs.
Seniors advised to reduce reliance on benefits for a secure retirement.
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