Key Takeaways FDX saved $2.2B in fiscal 2025 via its DRIVE plan and targets $1B more in cost cuts for fiscal 2026. UPS plans to cut 20,000 jobs and reduce Amazon volume by 50% to control costs and boost profitability. FDX outperforms UPS in YTD stock performance, valuation metrics and projected long-term earnings growth.United Parcel Service (UPS) and FedEx (FDX) are two well-known global package delivery companies. Both these heavyweights offer a wide range of shipping services, including domestic and in ...

Group 1 - Microsoft is planning substantial job cuts in its Xbox division as part of an ongoing reorganization, marking the fourth downsizing in 18 months [1] - The company has been reducing its workforce over the past two years to streamline processes and improve efficiency, with nearly 6,000 layoffs announced in May 2023 [4][7] - Executives in the gaming unit are under pressure to increase profitability following the $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard in 2023 [9] Group 2 - The layoffs began in 2023 as the tech sector adjusted after over-hiring during the pandemic, with Microsoft cutting 10,000 jobs in response to macroeconomic conditions [7] - Microsoft has faced legal challenges regarding its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, but recently won a legal battle against the Federal Trade Commission [10]

Core Insights - FedEx reported strong fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results, beating both earnings and revenue estimates, but provided a dismal outlook, leading to a more than 5% drop in shares after market close [1][3] Financial Performance - Earnings per share for FedEx were $6.07, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.93 and improving from $5.41 a year ago [3] - Revenues increased by 0.5% year over year to $22.2 billion, exceeding the consensus estimate of $21.7 billion [3] Future Outlook - For the first quarter of fiscal 2026, FedEx expects revenues to be flat or increase by up to 2%, with adjusted earnings per share projected between $3.40 and $4.00 [4] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues indicates a growth of 0.21%, while the estimate for earnings per share is $4.05 [4] - FedEx did not provide earnings and revenue forecasts for fiscal 2026 due to uncertainties surrounding U.S. trade policies, particularly with China [5] Cost Management - FedEx achieved its $4 billion cost-cutting goal and aims to trim an additional $1 billion in the upcoming fiscal year [5] ETF Impact - The sluggish trading is expected to affect ETFs with high allocations to FedEx, including ProShares Supply Chain Logistics ETF, iShares U.S. Transportation ETF, First Trust Nasdaq Transportation ETF, and Pacer Industrials and Logistics ETF [2] ETF Details - ProShares Supply Chain Logistics ETF holds 40 stocks, with FedEx accounting for 4.6% of assets, and has an asset base of $0.9 million [6][7] - iShares U.S. Transportation ETF includes 44 securities, with FedEx making up 4.5% of assets and has $657.1 million in AUM [8][9] - First Trust Nasdaq Transportation ETF tracks 38 transportation securities, with FedEx accounting for 3.6% of the basket and has an asset base of $28.4 million [10][11] - Pacer Industrials and Logistics ETF tracks 109 stocks, with FedEx representing 3.1% of the holdings and has accumulated $1.6 million in assets [12][13]

Semiconductor giant Intel (INTC 3.34%) slashed its dividend in 2023 and then pulled the plug completely in 2024 amid chronic struggles and weak financial performance. The initial dividend cut helped the company preserve cash as it plowed capital into its manufacturing operations, while the dividend suspension was coupled with significant layoffs and came a few months before former CEO Pat Gelsinger was shown the door.While Intel has a new CEO with plans to aggressively cut costs and streamline operations, t ...

UnitedHealth Group (UNH 0.49%) is in the headlines again, this time, it's to announce that it is exiting Latin America. The announcement is just the latest in a series of news events in what has been a tumultuous year for the once-safe healthcare giant, whose shares are down a staggering 38% year to date as of June 13. There's been a flurry of bad news surrounding this business, including a change in its CEO last month. Does the company exiting Latin America signal more challenges ahead for the business, an ...

Core Insights - JetBlue Airways is implementing cost-cutting measures due to soft travel demand, making it unlikely to achieve a breakeven operating margin in 2025 [1][5] - The airline is focusing on profitable routes while winding down underperforming ones and reassessing its leadership team [1][7] - JetBlue shares have fallen 3% in afternoon trading and have lost over 42% this year [2] Financial Performance - The company had previously withdrawn its 2025 forecast, citing a weakening demand environment [7] - JetBlue plans to defer deliveries of 44 new jetliners, reducing planned capital expenditures by approximately $3 billion between 2025 and 2029 [7] - The airline is facing higher operating costs due to ongoing inspections of Pratt & Whitney's Geared Turbofan engines, which have grounded several aircraft [3][6] Industry Context - U.S. airlines are under pressure from trade policies and tariffs, leading to economic uncertainty and reduced consumer spending on travel [4] - Major U.S. airlines are scaling back capacity ahead of the busy summer travel season to protect fares and adapt to weaker demand [4]

JetBlue is implementing a slew of cost-cutting measures, including axing some flights, as economic uncertainty has lowered consumer confidence and subsequently dampened consumer demand.  CEO Joanna Geraghty told staff in an internal note on Monday that it's "unlikely" that the company will reach a break-even operating margin as it had hoped after years of financial strain."We’re hopeful demand and bookings will rebound, but even a recovery won’t fully offset the ground we've lost this year and our path back ...

JetBlue Airways CEO Joanna Geraghty told staff that the carrier is implementing a host of new cost cuts as softer-than-expected travel demand is making break-even operating margins this year unlikely."We're hopeful demand and bookings will rebound, but even a recovery won't fully offset the ground we've lost this year and our path back to profitability will take longer than we'd hoped. That means we're still relying on borrowed cash to keep the airline running," Geraghty said in a note to staff dated Monday ...

Core Insights - GameStop (GME) and United Natural Foods (UNFI) reported strong quarterly earnings but experienced significant stock declines post-reporting, with GME down over 20% and UNFI down over 15% [1][2] GameStop (GME) - GameStop's Q1 earnings were $0.17 per share, exceeding expectations of $0.07 and improving from an adjusted loss of -$0.12 per share a year ago [5] - The company's Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses (SG&A) decreased by 25% year-over-year to $228.1 million from $295.1 million [5] - Despite the positive earnings report, the stock fell due to a $1.75 billion convertible note offering, raising concerns about potential share dilution [2] - Future earnings projections for GameStop indicate a 127% increase in FY26 to $0.75 per share, although FY27 EPS is expected to decline to $0.36 [8] United Natural Foods (UNFI) - United Natural Foods reported Q3 EPS of $0.44, surpassing estimates of $0.24 by 83% and increasing 340% from $0.10 in the same quarter last year [6] - The company attributed its performance to improved efficiency across 20 distribution centers and the addition of profitable contracts [6] - UNFI reaffirmed its full-year EPS guidance of $0.70-$0.90, with projections for FY25 EPS at $0.80, up from $0.14 in FY24, and a further increase to $1.35 in FY26 [9][10] - The stock's decline was influenced by concerns over a recent cyberattack disrupting operations [2] Market Sentiment - Both companies currently hold a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating a cautious outlook despite improved operational performance [10] - The trend of EPS revisions will be critical for investors, as both stocks are trading at slight premiums to the S&P 500's forward earnings multiple of 23.3X [10][11]

Key Takeaways Nutrien is gaining from strong global fertilizer demand and favorable crop commodity prices. NTR expands in Brazil, boosts digital use and eyes retail acquisitions for growth in 2025. Cost-cutting moves aim to save $200M by 2025, supporting free cash flow and efficiency.Nutrien Ltd.’s (NTR) shares have popped 23.7% over the past three months. The company has also outperformed the Zacks Fertilizers industry’s 17.5% rise over the same time frame. NTR has also topped the S&P 500’s roughly 8% in ...