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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.

Four Months of Growth: C and S Funds Continue Their Climb

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 30, 2025 12:16 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

August’s TSP performance shows gains across the board—but one fund stands out.

Trump’s Upcoming Pay Plan Letter: What It Means for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 27, 2025 5:01 PM | Updated: Sep 1, 2025 8:53 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Federal pay hinges on one letter. Trump’s 2026 version could surprise—or disappoint.

TSP Dog? Which TSP Fund Has Highest Returns in 2025 and Why?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 26, 2025 12:51 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Everyone’s watching the usual TSP stars, but the real action is with the underdog. Meet the I Fund: the quiet TSP dog making noise.

9 Mindset Shifts to Help You Stress Less About Money

By Neil Cain and Austin CostelloAug 21, 2025 2:36 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

These 9 tips can help improve stress around your relationship with money.

Gender Affirming Care and FEHB Coverage

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 20, 2025 1:53 PM | Updated: Aug 29, 2025 11:46 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The OPM Carrier Letter for the 2026 FEHB program excludes coverage for “gender affirming” care (gender transition) for all participants with some exclusions.

Why Federal Workers Need to Take Their Annual Leave Before They Lose It

By Jason KayAug 18, 2025 1:53 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Federal employees risk losing their annual leave if they do not use it. Planning ahead helps to avoid burnout and lost leave hours.

TSP Hits $1 Trillion: A Look at July’s TSP Performance Surge

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 1, 2025 9:47 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

TSP funds went up in July with two exceptions. Why did two funds decline? What is in the C and S Funds?

TSP Assets Now Over $1 Trillion—C Fund Share Price Tops $100

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 22, 2025 1:28 PM | Updated: Jul 26, 2025 5:12 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP hit a big milestone in June reaching more than $1 trillion in assets. One TSP Fund is now priced at over $100 per share for the first time.

Is It Possible to Suspend FEHB and Resume Later?

FedSmith.com author Micah ShilanskiBy Micah ShilanskiJul 21, 2025 1:40 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Can federal retirees pause FEHB coverage and resume it at a later date?

Secrets Behind the Growing Number of TSP Millionaires

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 11, 2025 6:27 PM | Updated: Jul 26, 2025 5:13 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

TSP millionaires grew 500% in 5+ years. Discover their success secrets—can you replicate their results?

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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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