Overview

• The Postal Service said there will be no price increase in January 2026, leaving the 1‑ounce First‑Class stamp at $0.78.
• Postmaster General David Steiner said the hold covers Market Dominant products, describing the move as a rare break in recent semiannual adjustments.
• USPS governors accepted Steiner’s recommendation, with overall rate changes still subject to Postal Regulatory Commission oversight.
• Officials signaled a possible mid‑2026 price change, stopping short of any firm commitment on future increases.
• The most recent hike took effect July 13, 2025, raising the Forever stamp from 73 cents to 78 cents as part of ongoing cost‑saving efforts.