Retirement Payments Set to Rise: Breaking Down the 2026 COLA
The 2026 COLA has been announced after being delayed by the government shutdown. How much is it and who will receive it?
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Bureau of Labor Statistics
From Inflation to Benefits: What the CPI Reveals About the 2026 COLA
Federal retirees could see a 2.8% COLA boost in 2026—September’s CPI will decide the final increase in benefits.
Inflation Slows Down—2024 COLA Increase May be 2% or Less
The latest inflation figures are out for June. What is the impact on the 2024 COLA?
Government Stimulus, Inflation, Failing Banks, and the Annual COLA
In the midst of financial turmoil, the February inflation rate has been released. Inflation is still a problem but the impact of the turmoil remains to be seen.
Inflation Up 8.3% Despite Decline in Gas Prices
The 2nd month of inflation data used to calculate the COLA payment that will begin in January is now available. Here are the latest figures and COLA projections.
Is the Annual COLA Calculation Accurate? GAO Weighs In.
GAO recommends the BLS evaluate the data sources used to calculate the annual COLA as they may not be accurate.
Federal Employee Suicides Reach a New Record
New BLS data show that federal employee suicides have reached a new high.
A Government Shutdown Could Happen Again
Initial indicators are that the economy felt minimal impact from the shutdown, potentially giving politicians more incentive to utilize them in the future.
The Shutdown and the Economy
The partial government shutdown took a toll on workers, but what effect did have on the national economy?
Calculating the 2019 COLA Increase
How is the COLA calculated and what can federal retirees likely expect for next year?
