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While good news for package-delivery companies, the increase in online shopping also makes it more difficult to predict peak-season sales, Mr. Davis said.

More Boxes for FedEx Bob Sechler 2011

The package-delivery company's shares dropped 1.52, or 2.1%, to 69.35.

Dow Slides 207 Points; Crude Oil Cruises Up Steven Russolillo 2011

The package-delivery company predicted strong earnings for the quarter ended May 31, and was also was upbeat about revenue growth this year, citing gains in U.S. industrial production and the continued expansion of middle-class populations across the world, particularly in emerging markets.

FedEx Bullish on Global Economy, Shipping Doug Cameron 2011

FedEx rose 1.99, or 2.1%, to 95.98, despite a warning from the package-delivery giant that its quarterly earnings will reflect two unfavorable trends of early 2011 — -unusually harsh weather and rising fuel prices — even as the economy continues to improve.

Inflation Jitters Send the DJIA Down 41.55 Donna Kardos Yesalavich 2011

Global package-delivery firm FedEx said the Asia slowdown—specifically shipments of electronics from China—was largely responsible for a 4% drop in its international priority volume during the quarter.

Economic Signals Heighten Worries of a Double-Dip Sudeep Reddy 2011

Kathleen Madigan has details on Markets Hub FedEx was the measure's second-strongest stock, climbing 8% after the package-delivery service reported fiscal second-quarter earnings that exceeded expectations and affirmed its full-year outlook.

Blue Chips Smile on U.S. Data Brendan Conway 2011

The package-delivery company rallied 2.6%, while rival United Parcel Service gained 0.7%.

DJIA's Winning Streak Ends Jonathan Cheng 2011

The package-delivery company said it will increase its shipping rates for its FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery units by an average of 4.9%, effective Jan. 2.

Stocks Off Highs After Report on EU Ratings Brendan Conway 2011

His top pick for 2011 is FedEx Corp., the package-delivery company.

Industrial Transportation 2011

FedEx slipped 8.2% after the package-delivery service reported fiscal first-quarter results that were higher than expected, but said it slightly reduced its earnings outlook as it looked to adjust its cost structure to match lower demand.

Stock Investors Head for Exits Brendan Conway 2011