The COLA formula is criticized for being based on a flawed CPI index, and the Social Security system faces serious funding shortfall risk.
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Updated Aug 13
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What happened
The COLA formula is criticized for being based on a flawed CPI index, and the Social Security system faces serious funding shortfall risk.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Rising COLA is straining Social Security's funding.1 source
New reports criticize the COLA formula's CPI index and warn of serious funding shortfalls.1 source
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Related events
- COLA calculations are confirmed to be based on CPI-W data.
- Advocates highlighted the inadequacy of the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security retirees.
- BLS released CPI-W data used for calculating the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits.
- AARP advocated for automatic Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) protection for Social Security beneficiaries.