Inflation Rate, 2023 COLA, and Why TSP Dropped Dramatically in One Day
The 2022 inflation rate is rising rapidly. Here is why the TSP funds have fallen sharply and what it all means for the 2023 COLA estimate.
Articles in this section cover the annual cost of living adjustment (COLA) for retired federal employees. Our authors illuminate the intricacies of the COLA and its significant impact on the financial well-being of federal retirees. Discover insights into the factors influencing COLA calculations, the historical trends in adjustments, and how these annual changes directly affect the purchasing power of retired federal workers. Stay informed about the latest updates, legislative changes, and expert analyses about the COLA, ensuring retirees are equipped with the knowledge necessary to navigate their finances effectively. Explore our articles to gain a comprehensive understanding of the annual adjustments that play a pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape for retired federal employees.
The 2022 inflation rate is rising rapidly. Here is why the TSP funds have fallen sharply and what it all means for the 2023 COLA estimate.
Companion legislation has been introduced in the Senate to give federal retirees under both FERS and CSRS the same annual COLA amounts.
The increase in the inflation rate slowed in April but is still rising at a pace not experienced in decades. What is the impact on the 2023 COLA and the TSP?
Inflation is going up fast. So are the 2023 COLA estimates. Will this influence your decision about when to retire?
Anticipating a big 2023 COLA? The CPI-W is now up 9.4% in one year based on inflation data from March 2022.
What is the latest 2023 COLA prediction? If federal employees plan to retire in 2022, will they get the 2023 COLA?
With a significant differential between a COLA and pay raise in 2022 and 2023, many federal employees are likely to retire. Here is why.
The 2022 COLA was 5.9%—the largest in 40 years. The CPI-W for February is up 8.5% in 12 months. Will the 2023 COLA go even higher?
How is inflation measured? Measurement methods have changed. Those who think their decline in purchasing power is higher than reported are probably right.
Inflation is soaring. How does the inflation rate compare to 45 years of pay raises and COLAs?