FedEx stock gains to EUR 293.55, up 1.93% premarket
Published on 11/05/2026 at 08:19 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSFedEx outlook remains elevated
- FedEx raised its calendar-year 2026 adjusted earnings outlook after stronger September-quarter results.
- Higher package yields, greater volumes and cost savings supported profitability, while transportation and fuel expenses remained a pressure point.
- The company continues to focus on network optimization, higher-value customers and disciplined capital allocation.
FedEx stock traded at EUR 293.55 on Lang & Schwarz at 08:17 CET on Thursday, November 5, 2026, 1.93% above the Xetra close of Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at EUR 288.00.
Higher outlook meets cost pressure
FedEx lifted its calendar-year 2026 adjusted earnings-per-share outlook to USD 18.00 to USD 18.60 from USD 16.90 to USD 18.10, while revenue growth guidance increased to about 12% from 11%, according to Proactive Investors. The company reported September-quarter revenue of USD 22.9 billion and adjusted earnings per share of USD 3.74.
Higher shipping rates, stronger package volumes and business-optimization savings supported the quarter. Purchased transportation expenses rose 19% year over year to USD 6.5 billion, while fuel costs increased 64% to USD 1.27 billion, keeping margin expansion in focus.
FedEx stock investors are also watching the company's shift toward higher-value business customers and the ongoing network optimization program. The improved outlook provides a stronger earnings anchor, but cost inflation remains a key test for operating leverage.
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