Retirees don't have much longer to wait to find out how much larger their Social Security checks will be next year. The Social Security Administration will announce the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in mid-October.

However, monthly inflation data can give a sneak peek at what's likely on the way. Based on the latest numbers, I think retirees should brace themselves for bad news.

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