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PostalMag.com makes no determination or endorsements on the validity of information at external links.   Contributors Roseanne Jefferson Postal Retirement Q&As: Recent - 2017 - 2016 - 2015 - 2014 - 2013 - 2012 - 2011 - 2010 TOP STORIES USPS sees $9.5B net loss in FY 2024, does not expect to hit 'break even' goal next year 11.14.2024 - Federal News Network reports: "The Postal Service is reporting a deeper loss than it's seen in recent years, and is calling on Congress and the incoming Trump administration to address rising costs that are beyond its control. USPS reported a $9.5 billion net loss for fiscal 2024, despite year-over-year growth in revenue and a reduction in its controllable expenses. The agency saw a $6.5 billion loss in FY 2023." - GovExec: Another Red Year is Coming - CBS: After two 'Forever' postage stamp increases, the USPS lost nearly $10B in 2024 - USPS Reports Fiscal Year 2024 Results - On path to possible bailout? - USPS sees mixed earnings results - Comments NALC and USPS Reach Tentative Contract Agreement 10.19.2024 - NALC reports: "NALC has created a comprehensive summary of the terms of the tentative agreement reached with the United States Postal Service. Article 16 of the NALC Constitution requires agreements to be ratified by a mail referendum vote among eligible NALC members. The ratification balloting process will take place over the coming weeks. The terms of the agreement are not effective unless ratified." - Reddit Contract Mega Thread - Associated Press - USA Today - CBS News - Carriers showing displeasure with contract on NALC Facebook post - US postal workers outraged after poverty contract announced for city letter carriers - NALC Votes No website created by carrier - GovExec: More than 200,000 postal employees are in line for a 5% raise spread over 3 years - Comments NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE: APWU and USPS 'Stop the Clock' to Continue Bargaining 9.22.2024 - APWU reports: "It was the decision of the National Negotiating Committee (NNC) to "stop the clock" and continue bargaining. We have secured an agreement from management that the negotiators will meet at least once a week going forward. 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