Tariffs
Is COLA Affected by Tariffs?
The yearly Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) is calculated based on inflation for the third quarter of the year compared to the third quarter of the previous year. Sean Williams for The Motley Fool looks into whether or not President…
Could COLA be Affected by Tariffs?
Millions of people rely on Social Security to help make ends meet. Each year inflation is measured by comparing third quarter numbers with the third quarter numbers from last year. This is what determines the amount of the Cost of…
What Affect will Tariffs have on Next Year’s COLA?
The Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) is a measure of third quarter inflation from one year to the next. With tariffs in play inflation could be increased or decreased. Which way will it swing? Sean Williams for The Motley Fool…