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Business Insider
an hour ago
- Business
- Business Insider
FedEx Stock (FDX) Whipsaws as Robust Q2 is Nullified by Future Outlook
Wall Street is suddenly apprehensive about FedEx (FDX) stock following the company's mixed fiscal fourth-quarter earnings report, published earlier this week. The global logistics and transportation company's decision to forgo a fiscal year 2026 EPS outlook spooked the market and prompted a few Wall Street analysts to lower their price targets on its stock. Confident Investing Starts Here: Amid headwinds such as tariffs and an expiring relationship with the US Postal Service (USPS), FedEx is emphasizing cost reductions and optimized operations, with revenue growth expectations ranging from zero to 2% in the first quarter. However, its conservative valuation appears to fully account for these struggles, making me only cautiously Bullish on FDX stock. Disappointing Outlook Sparks Investor Jitters FedEx delivered generally strong results for its fiscal fourth quarter. FDX reported revenue of $22.2 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $21.8 billion, and earnings per share (EPS) of $6.07, exceeding the expected $5.86. However, upon closer examination of the report, investors expressed some concern regarding the company's outlook. FedEx's guidance for fiscal Q1 EPS, projected between $3.40 and $4.00, came in below the consensus estimate of $4.06. Additionally, the absence of full-year fiscal 2026 EPS guidance suggests a degree of uncertainty surrounding the company's long-term earnings trajectory. FedEx's fiscal Q4 earnings per share (EPS) outperformance was primarily driven by successful cost-reduction initiatives. Through its DRIVE program, which includes measures such as structural cost optimization, workforce adjustments, and facility consolidation, the company achieved approximately $2.2 billion in savings during fiscal year 2025. FedEx aims to realize an additional $1 billion in savings in fiscal 2026. However, these internal efficiencies have not fully offset the impact of several external headwinds. Like many U.S.-based companies, FedEx is contending with the effects of tariffs. These trade policies can lead to reduced shipping volumes, increased costs for customers, supply chain disruptions, and heightened procedural and compliance complexities—factors that collectively introduce operational challenges and delays. Main Street Data indicates that FDX's operating expenses have risen above $20 billion in the past two quarters. In addition to broader macroeconomic pressures, FedEx recently experienced a significant shift in its business relationship with the United States Postal Service (USPS). Under a longstanding agreement, FedEx Express served as the primary air carrier for USPS, a partnership that generated up to $2 billion in annual revenue at its peak. This contract officially concluded in September 2024, and FedEx has begun to absorb the estimated $500 million financial impact in fiscal year 2025. Compounding this development, USPS subsequently awarded a similar contract to FedEx's key competitor, United Parcel Service (UPS), further intensifying competitive pressures in the air cargo space. Strategic Realignments for Long-Term Resilience FedEx is actively pursuing long-term strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening its business and positioning itself for future growth. One key development is its new partnership with Amazon (AMZN), which enables FedEx to handle large, heavy-package deliveries—a growing segment of the logistics market. Simultaneously, the company continues to enhance its e-commerce capabilities by expanding its network of drop-off locations and introducing more flexible delivery solutions. FedEx's high-margin healthcare segment is showing strong momentum, generating $9 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2025. As part of a broader strategic realignment toward higher-margin business lines, the company has also announced plans to spin off its Freight services. Additionally, the FedEx Rewards loyalty program, targeted at small and medium-sized businesses, achieved an 8% year-over-year increase in U.S. enrollment, underscoring growing customer engagement. From a valuation standpoint, much of the negative sentiment around FedEx appears to be already reflected in its stock price. The company's forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio under GAAP stands at 13.21, representing a 43% discount relative to the Industrials sector average. By comparison, United Parcel Service (UPS) trades at a P/E of 14.54 despite exhibiting similar revenue growth. Notably, even amid revenue headwinds, FedEx has demonstrated earnings resilience driven by improved profit margins. Is FedEx a Buy, Sell, or Hold? On Wall Street, FDX boasts a Strong Buy consensus rating, based on 17 Buy, three Hold, and one Sell ratings over the past three months. FDX's average stock price target of $273.43 implies a 23% upside potential over the next twelve months. While Wall Street remains bullish on FDX, the outlook is growing dimmer. For instance, BofA analyst Ken Hoexter lowered his price target on FDX from $270 to $245 while maintaining a Buy rating. The analyst noted that FedEx's FQ1 EPS target fell 'below the firm's prior $4.08 forecast and implies EPS down 6% to up 11% year-over-year.' Moreover, he noted that FedEx's lack of FY26 EPS outlook suggests 'uncertainty on trade policy and macro developments, marking the first time since 2020 it withheld a full-year outlook.' On the other side of the aisle, Ravi Shanker from Morgan Stanley has a Sell rating on FDX with a price target of $200. He expressed caution over FedEx's earnings report, citing 'a mixed performance, with adjusted earnings slightly surpassing expectations but largely due to a one-time gain from asset sales. This raises concerns about the sustainability of earnings quality, as the GAAP earnings were significantly lower than the adjusted figures.' Cost Discipline Prepares FDX for Long-Term Upside In summary, while FedEx continues to navigate several challenges—including tariffs, increased competition, the expiration of its USPS contract, and revenue pressures—the company appears to be taking meaningful steps in the right direction, particularly with a long-term focus. Looking ahead, investors would be well-served to monitor FedEx's profitability metrics as the fiscal year progresses. The company's commitment to achieving $1 billion in additional cost savings, combined with its momentum in high-margin areas such as healthcare, could help create a more efficient and resilient organization over time. For investors with a long-term outlook and a tolerance for short-term volatility, FedEx's current valuation, coupled with a solid 2.53% dividend yield, may offer an attractive opportunity.
Car and Driver
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
USPS EV Trucks Are Still Funny-Looking, Now Harder to Kill Off
A new ruling by the U.S. Senate parliamentarian requires a supermajority to scrap existing U.S. Postal Service EV plans. There are 7200 EVs in the USPS fleet, with new replacements for the old fleet coming in at a split of 50/50 for EV and combustion power. The Oshkosh Next Gen delivery van has polarizing styling, but the mail carriers love it. The battle over the U.S. Postal Service's electrification plans had a new front drawn recently, with U.S. Senate parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough declaring that a supermajority vote would be required to scrap existing EVs and charging infrastructure. Currently, the USPS has purchased 7200 EVs and spent $500 million on charging infrastructure, and the tax and spending bill before Congress had been looking to overturn the electrification mandate set under the Biden administration. That mandate laid out provisions for a minimum of 45,000 electric delivery vans, with an additional 10,000 Ford E-Transit vans ordered on top of that figure. The USPS fleet of 160,000 delivery vehicles has been being replaced with a near 50/50 split between EVs and combustion-powered machines, and by next year the replacements would be all EVs. The original Grumman LLV delivery vans used by the USPS were an improvement over the buckboard Jeep DJs they replaced, but that replacement dates back to the 1970s. The Oshkosh Next Generation Delivery Vehicles might look like background traffic in a Pixar film, but they are a huge improvement for comfort and safety, and already beloved by mail carriers. Caleb Miller | Car and Driver Politics aside, electrification of mail delivery is one of the more easily planned fleet rollouts. A fire truck, ambulance, or other emergency service vehicle may service a particular area, but it doesn't have a set route. A mail carrier van runs the same path several times a week, so fleet managers can plot out service, charging times, and so on. Further, with all that stopping and starting, battery regeneration saves wear on brakes. Canada Post Canada Post's Morgan Olson C250e electric delivery truck. North of the border, Canada Post has been replacing and supplementing its fleet of hybrid Ford Transit vans with the Morgan Olson C250 (above). Available as the all-electric C250e, with a battery-powered driveline sourced from Rivian, this conventional step van isn't as radical-looking as the USPS Next Gen machine, but it serves the same purpose and is based on the same pragmatic reasoning. With a supermajority requirement in place, the USPS fleet replacement rules will likely generate further legislation around timelines, with more debate to be had. The USPS points out that simply canceling contracts, mothballing existing vehicles, and ripping up infrastructure would create considerable waste, some $1.5 billion lost. Scott Olson via Getty Grumman LLV trucks are outdated. Meanwhile, the era of the Grumman LLV simply can't persist. Especially in these hot summer months, the vans are too hot, too hard on mail carriers, and are built to 1970s safety standards. Whether pure battery EV, hybrid, or small-displacement combustion power, neither rain nor heat nor gloom of night nor political wrangling will stay the USPS fleet from its much needed modernization. Brendan McAleer Contributing Editor Brendan McAleer is a freelance writer and photographer based in North Vancouver, B.C., Canada. He grew up splitting his knuckles on British automobiles, came of age in the golden era of Japanese sport-compact performance, and began writing about cars and people in 2008. His particular interest is the intersection between humanity and machinery, whether it is the racing career of Walter Cronkite or Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki's half-century obsession with the Citroën 2CV. He has taught both of his young daughters how to shift a manual transmission and is grateful for the excuse they provide to be perpetually buying Hot Wheels. Read full bio
Time Business News
14 hours ago
- Business
- Time Business News
The Ultimate DYMO Label Bundle: Shipping + Address + Barcode Solutions
If you're looking for a complete and cost-effective labeling solution for your business or home office, combining shipping labels, address labels, and barcode labels into one efficient DYMO label bundle is a smart move. With the right mix of sizes and formats, you can handle multiple labeling tasks without switching printers, wasting supplies, or buying mismatched labels. This article explores how you can use a bundle of DYMO 1744907, 30252, and 30334 labels to streamline shipping, mailing, and inventory tasks. Plus, we'll highlight the benefits of each label, explain ideal use cases, and help you get the most out of your DYMO printer setup. Labeling is a daily task in modern offices, warehouses, and eCommerce operations. Instead of managing different suppliers, printers, and paper sizes, a bundle like 1744907 + 30252 + 30334 simplifies the process and saves you money. One printer for all your labeling needs Compatible label sizes for most daily tasks Reduced costs through bulk or combo purchases Seamless workflow between shipping, mailing, and inventory DYMO labels are known for their print clarity, adhesive strength, and reliability with thermal printers like the DYMO LabelWriter 4XL and 450. Size : 4″ x 6″ : 4″ x 6″ Printer compatibility: DYMO LabelWriter 4XL and 5XL eCommerce shipping labels USPS, UPS, FedEx labels Warehouse cartons and poly mailers DYMO 1744907 labels are direct thermal labels, meaning they don't require ink or toner. They're ideal for high-volume shipping workflows where speed, reliability, and scan accuracy matter. Buying 1744907 labels in bundles (with 30252 and 30334) reduces the per-label cost significantly. Size : 1-1/8″ x 3-1/2″ : 1-1/8″ x 3-1/2″ Printer compatibility: DYMO LabelWriter 450 series Return addresses Mailing envelopes Office file folders DYMO 30252 labels are pre-sized and easy to align, making them perfect for printing hundreds of return address or mailing labels in one go. These labels print crisp text and stick well to paper, cardboard, and even bubble mailers. Size : 2-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ : 2-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ Printer compatibility: DYMO LabelWriter 450, 450 Turbo, 4XL, and others Barcodes (UPC, EAN, QR codes) Small product labeling Inventory management Shelf and bin labeling DYMO 30334 is a customer favorite thanks to its compact size and versatility. It fits barcodes, product names, and even small graphics. Whether you're running a retail store or an online shop, 30334 is ideal for keeping things organized and scannable. By using 1744907, 30252, and 30334 together, you can assign different functions to each size: 1744907 : Outgoing shipments : Outgoing shipments 30252 : Return addresses or customer-facing mail : Return addresses or customer-facing mail 30334: Internal tracking and barcode systems This setup keeps your labels organized, reduces confusion, and lets you train team members faster. Label software like DYMO Connect or LabelWriter software lets you save templates for each label type, further boosting efficiency. Depending on your needs, Betckey and other suppliers offer these DYMO-compatible labels in various finishes: Permanent : Strong adhesion for long-term use (e.g., shipping, inventory) : Strong adhesion for long-term use (e.g., shipping, inventory) Removable : Ideal for pricing or temporary tags : Ideal for pricing or temporary tags Color: Use for organizing, promotions, or category coding Color-coding with 30334, for example, can make your storage shelves or inventory bins instantly easier to navigate. A bundle deal combining 1744907, 30252, and 30334 offers: Lower cost per roll Fewer shipping fees Simplified inventory management Greater consistency across operations Look for Betckey bundles or multi-pack sets designed specifically for DYMO printers. Managing shipping, addressing, and barcoding doesn't have to be complex or costly. With a thoughtful label bundle featuring DYMO 1744907, 30252, and 30334, you cover the full range of office, warehouse, and fulfillment needs. These three label sizes provide the flexibility, speed, and clarity required in modern businesses. And with Betckey's permanent, removable, and color options, the bundle becomes even more powerful. Yes, if you have a DYMO 4XL or compatible model that supports multiple sizes. Otherwise, DYMO 450 series printers support 30252 and 30334, while the 4XL handles 1744907. Yes. Betckey offers 1744907, 30252, and 30334 in permanent, removable, and color varieties to fit different use cases. DYMO Connect or LabelWriter software allows you to create and save templates for each label size. You can also use platforms like Shopify or Etsy to directly print shipping and address squishies TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Miami Herald
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
USPS Shares Update For Holiday Season 2025
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) announced the release of its new holiday-themed and Elie Wiesel commemorative stamps on Thursday, marking preparations for the 2025 holiday season. USPS also confirmed important 2025 stamp release dates, and directed customers to its official sales channels ahead of the holiday surge. The holiday season remains the busiest period for USPS, with hundreds of millions of packages and cards sent between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. New Holiday Cheer Stamp Designs for 2025 USPS released details of four new holiday-themed stamps, each presented in booklets of 20. The designs feature amaryllis flowers, a holly wreath, an evergreen branch with fruit, and cardinals on mistletoe. The images were created using a collage technique, combining gouache and acrylic paint on vintage gardening book paper, then arranged on archival cotton board. The stamps were designed by Derry Noyes, with original artwork from Denise Fiedler. Elie Wiesel Honored in New Stamp Issue The 18th stamp in the "Distinguished Americans" series honors Elie Wiesel (1928–2016), Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Holocaust survivor. The stamp features a black-and-white photograph from 1999 by Sergey Bermeniev and is designed for 2-ounce mail. Wiesel's decades of writings and advocacy continue to serve as a source of inspiration, the USPS said in its announcement. Release Dates and Ceremony Locations The USPS confirmed release dates and cities for its upcoming specialized stamps. The Holiday Cheer stamps will be available starting September 13 in Washington, D.C., while the Elie Wiesel stamp will debut on September 17 in New York. Additional 2025 USPS stamp releases include tributes to the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps on their 250th anniversaries, a World Stamp Show-themed issue for Boston 2026, and a new American Flag Forever stamp. How to Purchase Holiday and Commemorative Stamps USPS customers may buy stamps online at The Postal Store, by phone, by mail through USA Philatelic, and at select post offices nationwide. Licensed collectible stamp products are also available on Amazon. Operational Plans and USPS Holiday Schedule for 2025 USPS will observe standard federal holiday closures, including no mail delivery on Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and other official holidays. The agency encourages customers to plan early for holiday season due to increased parcel volume and potential delays. USPS chief performance officer and executive vice president Joshua Colin said ahead of the holiday season last year: "Thanks to the substantial progress we have made under the Delivering for America plan, we are ready and confident to handle the holiday surge... Our ability to move packages and mail throughout our network has never been stronger. USPS continues to be the most affordable and reliable way to ship packages and mail this holiday season and year-round." Stamp issues planned for the rest of the year include a SpongeBob SquarePants series, a luna moth stamp, and the Boston 2026 World Stamp Show. Related Articles USPS Announces Changes to Stamps: What to KnowUSPS Launches New US Flag StampMap Shows Cities Where Dogs Bite USPS Workers Most 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
19 hours ago
- General
- Newsweek
USPS Shares Update For Holiday Season 2025
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) announced the release of its new holiday-themed and Elie Wiesel commemorative stamps on Thursday, marking preparations for the 2025 holiday season. USPS also confirmed important 2025 stamp release dates, and directed customers to its official sales channels ahead of the holiday surge. Why It Matters The holiday season remains the busiest period for USPS, with hundreds of millions of packages and cards sent between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. New stamp designs: a trio of amaryllis flowers, a holly wreath, an evergreen branch decorated with fruit, and cardinals perched on mistletoe (L), and the 18th stamp in the Distinguished Americans series (R) honoring humanitarian... New stamp designs: a trio of amaryllis flowers, a holly wreath, an evergreen branch decorated with fruit, and cardinals perched on mistletoe (L), and the 18th stamp in the Distinguished Americans series (R) honoring humanitarian Elie Wiesel (1928-2016). More USPS What To Know New Holiday Cheer Stamp Designs for 2025 USPS released details of four new holiday-themed stamps, each presented in booklets of 20. The designs feature amaryllis flowers, a holly wreath, an evergreen branch with fruit, and cardinals on mistletoe. The images were created using a collage technique, combining gouache and acrylic paint on vintage gardening book paper, then arranged on archival cotton board. The stamps were designed by Derry Noyes, with original artwork from Denise Fiedler. Elie Wiesel Honored in New Stamp Issue The 18th stamp in the "Distinguished Americans" series honors Elie Wiesel (1928–2016), Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Holocaust survivor. The stamp features a black-and-white photograph from 1999 by Sergey Bermeniev and is designed for 2-ounce mail. Wiesel's decades of writings and advocacy continue to serve as a source of inspiration, the USPS said in its announcement. Release Dates and Ceremony Locations The USPS confirmed release dates and cities for its upcoming specialized stamps. The Holiday Cheer stamps will be available starting September 13 in Washington, D.C., while the Elie Wiesel stamp will debut on September 17 in New York. Additional 2025 USPS stamp releases include tributes to the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps on their 250th anniversaries, a World Stamp Show-themed issue for Boston 2026, and a new American Flag Forever stamp. How to Purchase Holiday and Commemorative Stamps USPS customers may buy stamps online at The Postal Store, by phone, by mail through USA Philatelic, and at select post offices nationwide. Licensed collectible stamp products are also available on Amazon. Operational Plans and USPS Holiday Schedule for 2025 USPS will observe standard federal holiday closures, including no mail delivery on Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and other official holidays. The agency encourages customers to plan early for holiday season due to increased parcel volume and potential delays. What People Are Saying USPS chief performance officer and executive vice president Joshua Colin said ahead of the holiday season last year: "Thanks to the substantial progress we have made under the Delivering for America plan, we are ready and confident to handle the holiday surge... Our ability to move packages and mail throughout our network has never been stronger. USPS continues to be the most affordable and reliable way to ship packages and mail this holiday season and year-round." What Happens Next Stamp issues planned for the rest of the year include a SpongeBob SquarePants series, a luna moth stamp, and the Boston 2026 World Stamp Show.
