USPS reports $2.5B loss in third quarter as financial woes persist

As USPS Inspector General lays out historic cuts, NALC convention votes against workers’ right to strike

On the convention's final day, USPS reported a $2.5 billion third-quarter loss and Postmaster General David Steiner warned that without congressional action, the agency's "plans would certainly have to entail changes that will impact service," including closing "thousands of unprofitable post offices" and raising prices.

USPS plans to seek money from Congress to boost its finances

The U.S. Postal Service plans to seek money from Congress to help fund its operations, an unusual request by an agency that’s working to stem an ongoing financial crisis.

USPS reports $2.5B loss in third quarter as financial woes persist

The U.S. Postal Service reported a $2.5 billion net loss for the third quarter of 2026, highlighting ongoing financial struggles as leadership seeks solutions to avoid a looming liquidity crisis.

U.S. Postal Service reports $2.5 billion quarterly loss

The U.S. Postal Service reported a $2.5 billion net loss for the fiscal third quarter, nearly $600 million less of a loss than the same quarter last year, and urged a series of actions from Congress to address its mounting financial crisis.

USPS Reports $2.5B Loss, Urges Congressional Action | Business News 97.5 FM

The USPS reported a $2.5 billion loss for the fiscal third quarter, citing systemic issues. Postmaster General David Steiner urged Congress to take action, warning of potential post office closures and price hikes. Despite increased revenue, the USPS faces a liquidity crisis, needing legislati...