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UPS vs. FDX: Which Parcel Delivery Company Has an Edge Now?
ZACKS· 2025-07-09 14:15
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 ...
UPS Trades at Premium Valuation: Should Investors Buy the Stock?
ZACKS· 2025-06-26 16:16
Key Takeaways UPS is trading above industry and rival valuations, with a forward P/E of 13.15X. A 6.6% dividend yield and aggressive buybacks underscore UPS's strong shareholder return focus. Revenue weakness, high labor costs, and falling volumes weigh on earnings and margin outlook.United Parcel Service (UPS) is currently considered relatively overvalued, trading at a forward 12-month price to earnings (P/E) of 13.15X. This figure surpasses the Zacks Transportation—Air Freight and Cargo industry average ...
GXO Logistics (GXO) Soars 12.1%: Is Further Upside Left in the Stock?
ZACKS· 2025-06-23 08:15
Company Overview - GXO Logistics (GXO) shares increased by 12.1% to close at $47.97, with notable trading volume compared to typical sessions, and a 5.8% gain over the past four weeks [1] - The company appointed Patrick Kelleher as the new CEO, who has 33 years of global supply chain experience, previously working with DHL Supply Chain [2] Financial Performance - GXO is expected to report quarterly earnings of $0.50 per share, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 9.1%, while revenues are projected to be $3.08 billion, an increase of 8.1% from the previous year [3] - The consensus EPS estimate for GXO has been revised slightly higher in the last 30 days, indicating a potential for price appreciation [4] Industry Context - GXO operates within the Zacks Transportation - Air Freight and Cargo industry, where FedEx (FDX) also operates, closing 1.2% higher at $226.04, with a 2.1% return over the past month [4] - FedEx's consensus EPS estimate has decreased by 1.3% to $5.94, representing a year-over-year increase of 9.8%, and currently holds a Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) [5]
Should You Buy FDX Stock Now After Recent Dividend Hike?
ZACKS· 2025-06-17 15:51
Key Takeaways FedEx raised its quarterly dividend by 5.1% to $1.45 per share, marking its fifth straight annual hike. FDX executed $2.52B in share repurchases in the first nine months of 2025, exceeding full-year 2024 totals. Despite shareholder returns, FDX faces weak EPS forecasts and rising costs amid macroeconomic pressures.FedEx Corporation’s (FDX) board of directors recently announced a 5.1% hike in its quarterly dividend payout, raising this transportation heavyweight’s quarterly cash dividend to $ ...
Why FedEx (FDX) Outpaced the Stock Market Today
ZACKS· 2025-06-16 23:16
In the latest trading session, FedEx (FDX) closed at $226.77, marking a +1.07% move from the previous day. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.94% gain on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.75%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.52%. Coming into today, shares of the package delivery company had lost 2.24% in the past month. In that same time, the Transportation sector lost 1.61%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.67%. Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye ...
Here's Why Investors Should Give FedEx Stock a Miss Now
ZACKS· 2025-06-10 15:06
Key Takeaways FDX Q3 2025 operating expenses rose 2% YoY, with business optimization costs surging 57%. Labor expenses rose 2%, but immediate gains from cost-cutting efforts remain unclear. The Freight segment declined on weaker demand and fuel surcharges despite a stronger base yield.FedEx (FDX) is grappling with challenges arising from increased operating expenses, which are adversely impacting the company’s performance, making it an unattractive choice for investors’ portfolios.Let’s delve deeper.FedEx ...
FedEx (FDX) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider
ZACKS· 2025-06-09 23:16
FedEx (FDX) ended the recent trading session at $222.18, demonstrating a +1.17% swing from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.09%.The the stock of package delivery company has risen by 0.82% in the past month, lagging the Transportation sector's gain of 7.55% and the S&P 500's gain of 7.21%.The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of FedEx in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its ...
How to Play UPS Stock Now as Signs of Easing Trade Tensions Emerge
ZACKS· 2025-05-14 15:45
The United States and China recently announced a deal to temporarily reduce their high reciprocal tariffs. The 90-day agreement between the two nations to reduce tariffs has rekindled hopes of easing global trade tensions. The development is a highly welcome one for United Parcel Service (UPS) , which has a global presence.Although signs of trade tensions easing have emerged, until a concrete long-term trade deal is inked, we are not out of the woods as far as this uncertainty is concerned. This can be gaug ...
GXO Logistics (GXO) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
ZACKS· 2025-05-07 22:45
GXO Logistics, which belongs to the Zacks Transportation - Air Freight and Cargo industry, posted revenues of $2.98 billion for the quarter ended March 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.24%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $2.46 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters. The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on managem ...
FedEx (FDX) Surpasses Market Returns: Some Facts Worth Knowing
ZACKS· 2025-04-30 23:20
In the latest market close, FedEx (FDX) reached $210.33, with a +0.23% movement compared to the previous day. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.15% gain on the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.35%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.09%.Shares of the package delivery company witnessed a loss of 13.28% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Transportation sector with its loss of 6.09% and the S&P 500's loss of 0.21%.Market participants will be closely ...