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Social Security COLA increase still uncertain after shutdown. Here’s why
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When is the Social Security 2026 COLA announcement date?
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Powell signals Fed may cut rates soon even as inflation risks remain
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Social Security 2026 COLA estimated up 2.7%. What about Medicare?
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