FedEx reported its fiscal third-quarter earnings that fell short of analysts’ expectations, as inflation hurt profit margins.
The transportation/logistics company’s adjusted earnings came in at $4.59 a share, compared to $4.65 expected by analysts. The figure was $3.47 in the year-ago quarter.
Revenue was $23.6 billion, vs. analysts’ expectations of $23.5 billion. The year-ago quarter generated $21.5 billion in sales.
“The continued execution of our strategies drove improved third-quarter results,” said CEO Fred Smith.
The company’s full-year guidance remained unchanged. For the full 2022 fiscal year, it projects earnings of $21 a share (vs. $18.17 a share earned in fiscal year 2021).
Moving lower for three straight days is viewed as a bearish sign. Keep an eye on this stock for future declines. Considering data from situations where FDX declined for three days, in of 301 cases, the price declined further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on May 31, 2023. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on FDX as a result. In of 85 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
FDX moved below its 50-day moving average on May 24, 2023 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for FDX crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on May 25, 2023. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 14 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for FDX entered a downward trend on May 16, 2023. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Stochastic Oscillator is in the oversold zone. Keep an eye out for a move up in the foreseeable future.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where FDX advanced for three days, in of 347 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
FDX may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (2.215) is normal, around the industry mean (39.585). P/E Ratio (18.762) is within average values for comparable stocks, (29.357). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.309) is also within normal values, averaging (11.644). Dividend Yield (0.021) settles around the average of (0.045) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.607) is also within normal values, averaging (1.199).
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. FDX’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating slightly weaker than average sales and a marginally profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. FDX’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 74, placing this stock worse than average.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
provider of a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services under the FedEx brand
Industry AirFreightCouriers
A.I.dvisor indicates that over the last year, FDX has been loosely correlated with XPO. These tickers have moved in lockstep 63% of the time. This A.I.-generated data suggests there is some statistical probability that if FDX jumps, then XPO could also see price increases.
Ticker / NAME | Correlation To FDX | 1D Price Change % | ||
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FDX | 100% | -3.61% | ||
XPO - FDX | 63% Loosely correlated | -3.22% | ||
UPS - FDX | 59% Loosely correlated | -1.63% | ||
EXPD - FDX | 57% Loosely correlated | -3.59% | ||
GXO - FDX | 51% Loosely correlated | -1.53% | ||
JBHT - FDX | 51% Loosely correlated | -2.48% | ||
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