https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-announcing-benefits-change-on-oct-14Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-announcing-benefits-change-on-oct-14https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/social-security-announcing-benefits-change-on-oct-14#u122758Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:45:59 +0000The Social Security Administration will announce a benefits change on October 14. The 2027 COLA is expected to be the highest in four years, with estimates ranging from 3.5% to 3.6%. This change will impact millions of retirees, disabled workers, and Supplemental Security Income recipients. The announcement is highly anticipated as it will reveal the extent of the benefits increase.Why it mattersThe Social Security Administration typically announces the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) in October, which affects benefits paid starting in January. The COLA is based on the inflation rate and is d