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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Isabel Keane

IRS unveils federal income tax brackets for 2026 — how those changes affect you

The IRS announced new federal income brackets with adjustments for inflation Thursday, one day after saying it would furlough half its staff due to the government shutdown - (REUTERS)

The IRS has unveiled new federal income tax brackets to account for inflation - with the hope of providing relief for some Americans when they file their taxes for next year.

Despite its partial closure due to the government shutdown, the agency shared details Thursday of the new federal income tax brackets and standard deductions, which apply to tax year 2026 for returns filed in 2027.

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