Postal Rate Hike Squeezes Small Businesses
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Rising Shipping Costs Push Businesses to Digital Platforms
The postal services recent eight percent increase in shipping costs has led many businesses, particularly small ones, to explore alternative shipping options. The hike, aimed at maintaining competitiveness and generating revenue, has proven challenging for small business owners who struggle to pass on or absorb the extra costs. A snack seller, for instance, switched to digital platforms like Shopify, reducing shipping costs from up to twenty dollars to a flat nine dollars ninety-nine cents per package. As the post office continues to adjust prices, more shippers are following suit to keep costs down and remain in business.
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