Washington is full of speculation this week as Democrats and Republicans examine different ways to cut spending, raise revenue and reform entitlements to avert the so-called “fiscal cliff.” One policy ...
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Why inflation is specifically hitting senior "core needs" harder in 2026

Something has quietly shifted in America's economic landscape, and it's landing hardest on people who can least afford to ...
Oil prices have surged to more than $100 per barrel amid the escalating war with Iran.
The 2026 COLA of 2.8% uses CPI-W tracking workers under 62 instead of retirees. Medicare Part B premiums increased 10% to $202.90 in 2026 versus the 2.8% COLA. Senior housing costs climbed around 4% ...
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday signed bipartisan legislation sponsored by Rep. Bill G. Schuette updating how Michigan calculates inflation adjustments for the Home Heating Credit. It's a change ...
Inflation picked up in June, a sign that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are beginning to push up costs of appliances, furniture, clothing and other everyday goods across the economy. Prices have ...
Inflation is now a major concern in the financial environment of today. It controls headlines and affects the economy at every level. Although the most obvious sign is increasing prices, the wider ...