Social Security 2027 COLA Forecast Rises as Gas Prices and Inflation Surge

41 articles · Updated · TheStreet · Apr 13

Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2027 is now forecast between 2.8% and 3.2% amid surging inflation and energy prices.
Analysts cite sharply rising gasoline prices, partly due to Middle East tensions, as the main factor driving the higher COLA projections.
While a higher COLA boosts benefits, seniors may still struggle as inflation erodes purchasing power, with many believing the adjustment remains insufficient.

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