I just got this email from The Economist
We will see what they come up with, but this late delivery is a real issue for them.
My delivery has slipped from friday to monday or tuesday (even split) and over the past month, thursday. They have a free iPad version, but the kindle version requires a separate subscription and the feedback I have read describes it as poor.As you may know the United States Postal Service (USPS) has implemented a number of initiatives to save money. The results in many cases have been changes in the way they process and deliver mail. We are aware that in some areas these changes have caused late delivery of The Economist.
We know that our readers expect timely delivery and for many a weekend is not complete without a copy of The Economist. We are actively monitoring delivery times and are working directly with the USPS to improve these in the ZIP codes that have been affected. In addition we are looking at alternative delivery options including using local newspaper delivery services. Regrettably these changes will not happen overnight but please rest assured we are working hard on a resolution.
I would also like to take this opportunity to mention that as a subscriber you have access to The Economist online at www.economist.com and through our apps for the iPhone, iPad and Android devices where The Economist, including a full audio version, is available every Thursday afternoon. More information can be found at www.economist.com/digital.
I would like to thank you for your patience as we continue to work toward a solution. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me at the email address below to let me know if there is anything else we can do
We will see what they come up with, but this late delivery is a real issue for them.