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News in English (USA) / 08.07.2026 / 14:00

Expected Double-Digit Increase in Obamacare Premiums

Health insurers are proposing significant raises for Obamacare premiums as a new analysis indicates a likely double-digit increase for the upcoming year. Following a substantial surge in premiums this year, experts warn that similar trends are expected to continue, with potential hikes reaching as high as 14%. As enrollment has sagged, insurers are seeking the second-highest rate increases in nearly a decade, prompting concerns for ACA Marketplace shoppers about affordability and access to healthcare.
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