The US Postal Service (USPS) has announced a suspension of employer contributions to the Federal Employees Retirement System as part of efforts to address its ongoing financial crisis. This decision is aimed at preserving cash flow, allowing USPS to continue payroll, pay suppliers, and maintain mail delivery. Additionally, USPS has proposed a 5% increase in postage prices, which, if approved by the Postal Regulatory Commission, would raise the cost of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp from 78 cents to 82 cents. This would mark the eighth price hike since 2021, resulting in an overall increase of approximately 34% during that period. USPS officials have warned that without significant reforms, the agency could run out of cash by February 2027. Despite the suspension of pension contributions, current and future retirees will not be immediately affected. The Postal Service has previously taken similar measures during times of financial distress, including a suspension in 2011. In fiscal year 2025, USPS reported net losses of $9 billion, despite a slight increase in operating revenue.