Social Security benefits will increase 2.8% in 2026, the Social Security Administration announced Friday. That will result in an average benefit increase for recipients of $56 a month. The increase ...

The Social Security Administration announced Friday that benefit payments will increase 2.8% next year to account for the higher cost of living. The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment, knowns as the COLA, ...

WASHINGTON -- Millions who receive Social Security benefits are getting a raise next year. After a delay in the announcement, the Social Security Administration revealed the annual ...

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees are struggling.