FedEx Benefits from Rivals' Woes in Latest Earnings Report

FedEx saw an earnings boost this quarter from rival UPS's union negotiations and Yellow Corp.'s bankruptcy.
FedEx's Express and Ground divisions gained customers and volume from UPS amid strike uncertainty.
FedEx Freight improved in August due to Yellow Corp.'s bankruptcy.
FedEx raised its earnings guidance for 2024 despite muted demand.
Potential auto industry strikes could impact FedEx in the future.

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FedEx: Elevated Risk Across Freight Industry Following Yellow Bankruptcy (FDX)

Main financial assets discussed: Yellow Corporation (YELL), FedEx (NYSE:FDX) Top 3 key points: 1. Yellow Corporation's bankruptcy highlights the macroeconomic challenges and excess debt levels faced by freight companies, including FedEx. 2. FedEx is facing headwinds from a decline in manufacturing activity, labor shortages, and potential increases in fuel costs. 3. The author is bearish on FedEx and recommends considering short positions or purchasing put options due to the company's risk profile and potential for significant sales declines. Recommended actions: **Short** or purchase put options on FedEx.

9/20/2023

FedEx Tops Earnings Estimates, Lifts Full-Year Outlook Despite Margin Pressures

FedEx's earnings beat expectations and the company raised its full-year financial forecasts, leading to a rise in the stock price.

9/21/2023

FedEx Beats Earnings Expectations, Lifts Guidance Despite Muted Revenue Outlook

FedEx reported a big quarterly profit beat after cutting costs and attracting customers from competitors UPS and Yellow, leading to a 5.7% rise in its shares.

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Stocks Mixed After Earnings: FedEx Gains on Beat, KB Home Falls Despite Beat, Klaviyo Slides Post-IPO

FedEx stock gained over 5% after exceeding earnings expectations in its fiscal first-quarter report, reporting adjusted earnings of $4.55 per share compared to the forecasted $3.71 per share.

9/21/2023

FedEx Beats Earnings Estimates But Lowers Revenue Outlook Despite Cost Cuts and Raised Profit Forecast

FedEx shares rise after reporting mixed financial results and raising earnings outlook, with multiple analysts increasing their price targets; Q1 revenue missed estimates but earnings beat forecasts, driven by the DRIVE program initiative and expense controls, leading to better-than-expected overall financial performance, as the company lowers full-year revenue guidance but raises earnings outlook.

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Posted 9/21/2023, 1:15:00 AM

FedEx Benefits from Rivals' Woes in Latest Earnings Report

FedEx saw an earnings boost this quarter from rival UPS's union negotiations and Yellow Corp.'s bankruptcy.
FedEx's Express and Ground divisions gained customers and volume from UPS amid strike uncertainty.
FedEx Freight improved in August due to Yellow Corp.'s bankruptcy.
FedEx raised its earnings guidance for 2024 despite muted demand.
Potential auto industry strikes could impact FedEx in the future.

cnn.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/3/2023

FedEx: Elevated Risk Across Freight Industry Following Yellow Bankruptcy (FDX)

9/20/2023

FedEx Tops Earnings Estimates, Lifts Full-Year Outlook Despite Margin Pressures

FedEx's earnings beat expectations and the company raised its full-year financial forecasts, leading to a rise in the stock price.

9/21/2023

FedEx Beats Earnings Expectations, Lifts Guidance Despite Muted Revenue Outlook

FedEx reported a big quarterly profit beat after cutting costs and attracting customers from competitors UPS and Yellow, leading to a 5.7% rise in its shares.

9/21/2023

Stocks Mixed After Earnings: FedEx Gains on Beat, KB Home Falls Despite Beat, Klaviyo Slides Post-IPO

FedEx stock gained over 5% after exceeding earnings expectations in its fiscal first-quarter report, reporting adjusted earnings of $4.55 per share compared to the forecasted $3.71 per share.

9/21/2023

FedEx Beats Earnings Estimates But Lowers Revenue Outlook Despite Cost Cuts and Raised Profit Forecast