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USPS Seeks January 2026 Shipping Rate Increases After Board Approval

Regulatory review now begins, reflecting USPS’s push to strengthen finances under its 10-year plan.

Overview

  • USPS filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission to adjust Shipping Services prices on Jan. 18, 2026, pending approval.
  • Proposed increases are 6.6% for Priority Mail, 5.1% for Priority Mail Express, 7.8% for USPS Ground Advantage, and 6.0% for Parcel Select.
  • Mailing Services prices, including the First-Class stamp, will not change in January.
  • The complete filing is posted as PRC Docket No. CP2026-2, with detailed price tables available on the PRC site and USPS Postal Explorer.
  • USPS says the pricing move supports its network modernization and financial stability efforts following a $9 billion loss in fiscal 2025.