Shipping

FedEx Shares Jump on Cost-Cutting Plan

FedEx says it will increase profits by $1.7 billion over three years through cost-cutting as the shipping company weathers a slowing global economy. More 

FedEx Warns on Lower Q1 Earnings, Cites Weak Economy

FedEx lowered its profit outlook for the fiscal first quarter on Tuesday, signaling its first year-over-year quarterly profit decline since 2009. More 

3 Reasons Trucking Stocks May Stall

The trucking industry is hitting some hard road these days, but one stock in the sector still looks like it could be a big winner. More 

Energy Independence: Reviving U.S. Factories

Our country's shale natural-gas boom could usher in a new era of American manufacturing dominance. Here's how long-term investors can benefit from the resurgence. More 

2 Dry Bulk Shippers to Buy, 2 to Bail On

The global economic slowdown is hitting the sector, but not equally. Some of these shipping companies could worth sticking with while many are taking on water. More 

Rising Diesel Could Slow Trucking’s Rebound

One expert sees $7-a-gallon diesel by mid-summer, which would be disastrous for the trucking industry and for investors in the sector. More 

Beyond UPS and FDX: Echo Global Logistics

Small shippers -- generally manufacturers and retailers -- can enjoy lower costs from carriers than they could get on their own. More