Social Security’s COLA could rise as much as 4.2% in 2027, boosted by Iran war impact and inflation

Surging gasoline and energy prices, as well as the cost of groceries, have pushed the forecast for the cost-of-living adjustment higher.

Source MarketWatch AI Summary Updated May 16, 2026

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Surging gasoline and energy prices, as well as the cost of groceries, have pushed the forecast for the cost-of-living adjustment higher.

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