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Get the latest federal employee pay news, including updates on federal pay raises, GS pay scale changes, locality pay, and federal compensation policy. Stay informed on TSP news, TSP fund performance, contribution limits, and investment updates. This category also covers FEHB premiums, FEGLI rates, FEDVIP dental and vision benefits, and major OPM policy changes, federal workforce legislation, and other developments that impact federal employee pay, benefits, and take‑home compensation.

TSP Releases January 2026 Processing Schedule

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJan 2, 2026 3:58 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Thrift Savings Plan has released its processing schedule for January which contains important updates for TSP participants.

TSP Performance Soars in 2025 With One Up 32%: Highest Return Ever by a TSP Fund?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 1, 2026 2:34 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

TSP performance for all funds was up in 2025 with one fund topping 32%. What was the highest TSP Fund return ever achieved?

Federal Pay Reality Check: What About 2027 Pay Raise for Federal Employees?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 29, 2025 6:05 AM | Updated: Jan 11, 2026 11:28 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The Pay Agent’s report exposes the widening gap between federal pay law and federal pay reality—and why meaningful reform keeps getting postponed.

Understanding Federal Pay Compression: Key Issues and Solutions

FedSmith.com author David FeiBy David FeiDec 23, 2025 9:23 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

What is pay compression and what impact can it have on federal employee pay?

New Bill Aims to Create Public Database of Federal Employees and Their Salaries

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 22, 2025 1:01 PM | Updated: Dec 28, 2025 8:23 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Recently introduced legislation would require the government to maintain a public website of federal employees and how much money they make.

2026 GS Pay Scale

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 18, 2025 5:28 PM | Updated: Jan 8, 2026 8:50 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The 2026 GS pay scale is based on a 1% overall average pay raise for federal employees.

Merry Christmas! President Trump Gives Most Federal Employees Two Extra Christmas Holidays

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 18, 2025 3:44 PM | Updated: Dec 23, 2025 9:23 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

President Trump issued an Executive Order giving federal employees two extra paid Christmas holidays.

2026 Federal Pay Raise Finalized

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 18, 2025 3:25 PM | Updated: Jan 2, 2026 12:39 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

President Trump has issued an executive order finalizing the 2026 federal pay raise.

Market Jitters Hit TSP Returns in December—What Matters for the Full Year

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 18, 2025 12:55 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment

November data show TSP participants moving modest amounts from stock funds, signaling caution despite strong TSP returns for stock funds in 2025.

TSP Releases Year-End Processing Schedule

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 18, 2025 11:18 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP has released its 2025 year end processing schedule with key dates for participants to know for income reporting.

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Daily TSP Performance

May 1, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8657 +0.01% +1.42%
F Fund $20.9401 +0.12% +0.28%
C Fund $116.0963 +0.29% +6.01%
S Fund $109.4965 +0.40% +9.05%
I Fund $61.5532 -0.18% +10.92%
L Income $30.1996 +0.05% +3.27%
L 2030 $61.0590 +0.09% +5.10%
L 2035 $18.7105 +0.11% +5.83%
L 2040 $71.9984 +0.11% +6.21%
L 2045 $19.9834 +0.12% +6.54%
L 2050 $44.4091 +0.13% +6.88%
L 2055 $23.1647 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2060 $23.1620 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2065 $23.1591 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2070 $13.7260 +0.14% +8.10%
L 2075 $11.9897 +0.14% +8.10%
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