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USPS Hiking Prices As Iran War Rages: See What's Increasing USPS Hiking Prices As Iran War Rages: See What's Increasing
USPS Hiking Prices As Iran War Rages: See What's Increasing The cost of shipping packages is about to rise nationwide due to skyrocketing fuel prices as the US-Israeli war on Iran approaches its second month. The US Postal Service is planning to raise prices by 8% on several shipping services, according to a news release on Wednesday, March 25. The rate hikes will impact Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select. The increase, approved by the Postal Service's governors one day earlier, is expected to take effect on Sunday, April 26. It will remain in place through Sunday, Jan. 17, 2027, pendin…
USPS Shipping Rate Hikes About To Begin: See What's Changing USPS Shipping Rate Hikes About To Begin: See What's Changing
USPS Shipping Rate Hikes About To Begin: See What's Changing Sending many packages through the US Postal Service will cost more in a few days. USPS shipping rates are set to increase on Sunday, Jan. 18. The agency's governing board approved the proposal and filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission in mid-November 2025. Priority Mail rates will rise 6.6%, while Priority Mail Express will increase 5.1%. USPS Ground Advantage is set for a 7.8% hike, and Parcel Select prices will climb 6.0%. The increases apply only to shipping services. Mailing prices will remain unchanged, which means the cost of a First-Class stamp will stay the same n…
USPS To Raise Shipping Prices: See What's More Expensive USPS To Raise Shipping Prices: See What's More Expensive
USPS To Raise Shipping Prices: See What's More Expensive The US Postal Service is preparing to raise shipping prices in early 2026. The USPS said it plans to increase rates on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. The agency's governors approved the proposal, and the USPS filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission on Friday, Nov. 14. The price hikes include a 6.6% increase for Priority Mail, a 5.1% increase for Priority Mail Express, a 7.8% increase for USPS Ground Advantage, and a 6.0% increase for Parcel Select.  The agency said Shipping Services prices are set based on market conditions and are part of a broader effort to stabilize fi…
Changes To Mail Delivery Start This Week: Here’s What To Know Changes To Mail Delivery Start This Week: Here’s What To Know
Changes To Mail Delivery Start This Week: Here’s What To Know Changes to how the United States Postal Service delivers mail are set to begin this week — and depending on where you're sending from and what you're mailing, you may notice a difference. Starting Tuesday, April 1, the USPS will begin phasing in updates to its service standards as part of its ongoing Delivering for America 10-year modernization plan.  The refinements will affect First-Class Mail, Periodicals, Marketing Mail, Package Services (including Bound Printed Matter, Media Mail, and Library Mail), USPS Ground Advantage, Priority Mail, and Priority Mail Express. A second round o…
USPS Releases Info On Holiday Prices, Deadlines, Unveils Santa Claus Stamps USPS Releases Info On Holiday Prices, Deadlines, Unveils Santa Claus Stamps
USPS Releases Info On Holiday Prices, Deadlines, Unveils Santa Claus Stamps The United States Postal Service is gearing up for the holidays, unveiling its brand-new holiday stamps and announcing shipping deadlines to deliver mail by Christmas. The USPS shared in an announcement on Thursday, Oct. 7, that the postal service is releasing a number of holiday and winter-themed stamps, including the brand new Santa Claus stamps. “The A Visit From St. Nick stamps bring joy to the kid in all of us,” said Scott Bombaugh, the Postal Service’s vice president and chief technology officer. “Holiday cards and letters mailed with these stamps will delight people of all ages. The…
USPS Announces Largest Increase In Price Of A Stamp In Nearly Three Decades USPS Announces Largest Increase In Price Of A Stamp In Nearly Three Decades
USPS Announces Largest Increase In Price Of A Stamp In Nearly Three Decades The United States Postal Service has officially announced what will be the largest cost hike for stamps since 1991. This pricing increase affects “forever” stamps, which will now cost 55 cents, making for a five-cent up-charge. This cost hike was initially proposed last October and approved in November. USPS reported a net loss of $3.9 billion during the 2018 fiscal year, and the new rates are intended to keep the service “competitive.” "The Governors believe these new rates will keep the Postal Service competitive while providing the agency with needed revenue," wrote USPS in a statement…