CNBC
Delaying Social Security reform raises risks for bond markets and the economy, research finds
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Social Security's trust fund for retirement benefits is projected to be depleted in late 2032, according to program trustees. Research cited by the source indicates this depletion carries economic implications for bond markets and broader economic conditions.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/08/social-security-trust-fund-depletion.html