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Social Security COLA Could Shrink in 2027

December’s jobs report is a wake-up call: unemployment just hit 4.6%, the highest in years, and hiring is basically on pause. If this trend keeps up, inflation could drop in 2026—which sounds good, but it means Social Security’s 2027 COLA might be tiny. If you’re on Social Security, enjoy that 2.8% bump now because next year’s raise could be a letdown. Slower inflation = smaller checks, but at least your money goes a bit further! #JobCareer #SocialSecurity #COLA