The United States Postal Service reported a $2.5 billion net loss for the third quarter of 2026, marking an improvement over the same period last year.

Key facts
- •The USPS reported a net loss of $2.5 billion for the third quarter of 2026.
- •The agency reported a $3.1 billion loss during the third quarter of 2025.
- •USPS leadership is currently working to address an impending liquidity crisis.
The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced a net loss of $2.5 billion for the third quarter of 2026. The agency reported the figures on Friday as leadership continues to seek solutions to avoid a potential liquidity crisis.
By the numbers
Financial Performance Comparison
The $2.5 billion loss reported for the third quarter of 2026 represents a decrease from the same period in 2025. During the third quarter of the previous year, the USPS reported a net loss of $3.1 billion.
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