The Postal Service is changing prices and rules for its competitive products

The US Postal Service is updating its prices and mailing standards for services that compete with private companies. This means the cost of sending certain types of mail and packages will change, and some rules about how to prepare them will be different.

The Postal Service operates under a unique mandate: it must provide universal service while also competing in some markets. Changes to its competitive product pricing and rules can shift market share in the package delivery industry. This affects private carriers like FedEx and UPS, as well as businesses that rely on these services for shipping.