General Rate Increase
General Rate Increase (GRI) is a carrier's annual list-price increase, typically announced in the fall and effective in January.
Why it matters for ecommerce brands
The headline average often understates the real increase for your shipping profile once surcharges are included. Model it against your own shipment data.
Common questions
- When do UPS and FedEx raise rates each year?
- UPS and FedEx typically announce their general rate increase in the fall and apply it in late December or early January. The headline average often understates the increase for a specific shipping profile.
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"General Rate Increase (GRI)." Fulfillment Lexicon, last reviewed October 16, 2026. https://fulfillment.wiki/glossary/general-rate-increase/