Will Tariffs Shrink Your Social Security Bump?

Heads up if you’re counting on a Social Security raise next year: the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) might be the smallest in five years—unless tariffs or rising drug prices push inflation back up. Basically, if imported goods get pricier, your monthly check could see a bigger boost. But if inflation stays low, don’t expect much extra coffee money. The final number drops in October 2025, so keep an eye on those price tags! #SocialSecurity #Inflation #MoneyTips #Finance