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USPS is planning a 6 percent increase to ship packages for 2026 holiday season

The Independent World · 26 August 2026 at 15:33

USPS is planning a 6 percent increase to ship packages for 2026 holiday season

The temporary rate increase is set to take effect October 4 and remain in place through January 17

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USPS is planning a 6 percent increase to ship packages for 2026 holiday season

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