TransImpact’s Expert Predictions for the 2026 UPS & FedEx General Rate Increases (GRI)

It’s GRI prediction season again, and once more the parcel experts at TransImpact are ahead of the curve. Each year, UPS and FedEx announce their General Rate Increases (GRIs), and those percentage points can have a massive effect on shippers’ budgets and bottom lines. 

Recent years have been anything but “average.” GRIs climbed higher than historic norms, and shippers have felt the sting well beyond the published percentage. Our proven models nailed those past predictions — and now we’re looking ahead to what 2026 will bring. 

Our free Predictions Report for the 2026 GRI Increases from UPS and FedEx gives you everything you need to know.

While carriers will announce an “average” increase, the real story is in the details. Surcharges, minimums, and off-cycle adjustments often push costs far higher than the headline number. For many shippers, the impact feels double or even triple the official GRI.

That’s why this year’s prediction report goes deeper — breaking the expected rate hikes down to the surcharge level and providing guidance to help you prepare your shipping operation for 2026.

Inside you’ll find:

• Market trends creating uncertainty for parcel shippers

• Where we expect the steepest increases

• How to read between the lines of the carriers’ announcements

• Bold predictions that could shake up parcel shipping even more in 2026

At TransImpact, we help companies cut through the “smoke and mirrors” of carrier announcements, uncover the true impact on their business, and build negotiation strategies that deliver real savings. Don’t go it alone — the right partner makes all the difference. 

Download the full report to get the insights you need before the carriers make it official.