The date for the announcement of the new Social Security COLA adjustment confirmed - New date for finding out how much checks will increase in 2026

The date for the announcement of the new Social Security COLA adjustment confirmed – New date for finding out how much checks will increase in 2026

After a brief delay caused by the government shutdown, the Social Security Administration confirms that the 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) will be announced on October 24, bringing clarity to millions of Americans awaiting news on next year’s benefit increase.