Social Security Got a 3.6% Raise for 2027. DVY’s Payout Rose 10.24%. The Dividend Aristocrats Fund’s Rose 9.09%.
The Social Security Administration set a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for 2027, raising the average retired worker's monthly benefit to $2,170. The iShares Select Dividend ETF (DVY) increased its payout by 10.24%, while the ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF (NOBL) rose 9.09%. Both funds outperformed the Social Security adjustment, with DVY slightly ahead. NOBL's payout figures are split-adjusted due to a 2-for-1 share split.
