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FedEx (NYSE:FDX) 주식, 공매도 수량 보고

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FedEx pioneered overnight delivery in 1973 and remains the world's largest express package provider. In its fiscal 2024, which ended in May, FedEx derived 47% of revenue from its express division, 37% from ground, and 10% from freight, its asset-based less-than-truckload shipping segment. The remainder came from other services, including FedEx Office, which provides document production/shipping, and FedEx Logistics, which provides global forwarding. FedEx acquired Dutch parcel delivery firm TNT Express in 2016, boosting its presence across Europe. TNT was previously the fourth-largest global parcel delivery provider.

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금요일 아침 (현지 시간 기준) 미국 주식 선물이 하락세를 보이면서 오늘 투자자의 관심을 끌 수 있는 주식은 다음과 같다: 1. 페덱스(NYSE:FDX)는 2025 회계연도 1분기 실적이 예상보다 저조하게 나타났고 올해 전체 가이던스를 하향 조정했다고 발표했다. 이 회사는 1분기 매출이 216억 달러로, 애널리스트 예상치인 219억 5,500만 달러를 하회했다고 보고했다. 또한 1분기 조정 EPS는 주당 3.60달러로, 애널리스트 예상치인 4.80달러를 하회했다. 페덱스의 주가는 애프터 마켓에서 11% 급락하여 267.25달러로 거래되었다.

금요일 주목해야 할 주식: 페덱스, 레나, 츄이, 빈패스트 그리고 밀러놀

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Workhorse Delivers First W56 Electric Step Van Outside California To Minneapolis-Based FedEx Ground Provider NorthStar Courier Through Ziegler Truck Group

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in FDX often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 17 options trades for FedEx. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 11% bullish and 70% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $41,500, and 16 calls, totaling $437,780.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $300.0 to $370.0 for FedEx over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for FedEx's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across FedEx's significant trades, within a strike price range of $300.0 to $370.0, over the past month.
<h3>FedEx Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732028536_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$83.0</td>
<td>$83.0</td>
<td>$83.0</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
<td>$41.5K</td>
<td>10</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$18.8</td>
<td>$18.15</td>
<td>$18.8</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$37.6K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.05</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$26.8K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td align="right">159</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$26.8K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td align="right">159</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$12.7</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$12.2</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$26.8K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td align="right">137</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About FedEx</h3>
FedEx pioneered overnight delivery in 1973 and remains the world's largest express package provider. In its fiscal 2024, which ended in May, FedEx derived 47% of revenue from its express division, 37% from ground, and 10% from freight, its asset-based less-than-truckload shipping segment. The remainder came from other services, including FedEx Office, which provides document production/shipping, and FedEx Logistics, which provides global forwarding. FedEx acquired Dutch parcel delivery firm TNT Express in 2016, boosting its presence across Europe. TNT was previously the fourth-largest global parcel delivery provider.
<h3>Where Is FedEx Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 74,764, the price of FDX is down -0.9% at $292.56. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 30 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On FedEx</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $348.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Buy rating on FedEx, which currently sits at a price target of $331. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on FedEx, which currently sits at a price target of $365. 
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FedEx shares are trading higher after Barclays maintained an Overweight rating on the stock and raised its price target from $350 to $365.

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 20 analysts have published ratings on FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) in the last three months.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $318.85, a high estimate of $365.00, and a low estimate of $200.00. A 2.98% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $328.65. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731517338_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive FedEx. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$365.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ariel Rosa</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$331.00</td>
<td>$301.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ariel Rosa</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$301.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rick Paterson</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
<td>$317.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fadi Chamoun</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Parash Jain</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Helane Becker</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$328.00</td>
<td>$334.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Ossenbeck</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$359.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bascome Majors</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>J. Bruce Chan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$321.00</td>
<td>$327.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Imbro</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$311.00</td>
<td>$333.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Tyler Brown</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Chappell</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$318.00</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ravi Shanker</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Garrett Holland</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Hoexter</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
<td>$347.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Garrett Holland</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Chappell</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$339.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Helane Becker</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$334.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to FedEx. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of FedEx compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of FedEx's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of FedEx's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FDX/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on FedEx analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About FedEx</h2>
FedEx pioneered overnight delivery in 1973 and remains the world's largest express package provider. In its fiscal 2024, which ended in May, FedEx derived 47% of revenue from its express division, 37% from ground, and 10% from freight, its asset-based less-than-truckload shipping segment. The remainder came from other services, including FedEx Office, which provides document production/shipping, and FedEx Logistics, which provides global forwarding. FedEx acquired Dutch parcel delivery firm TNT Express in 2016, boosting its presence across Europe. TNT was previously the fourth-largest global parcel delivery provider.
<h3>Key Indicators: FedEx's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, FedEx faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -0.47% in revenue growth as of 31 August, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: FedEx's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 3.67%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): FedEx's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.9%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): FedEx's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.91%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: FedEx's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.39, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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In-Depth Examination Of 20 Analyst Recommendations For FedEx

Barclays analyst Brandon Oglenski maintains FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $350 to $365.

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Barclays Maintains Overweight on FedEx, Raises Price Target to $365

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in FDX usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for FedEx. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 37% leaning bullish and 37% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $204,822, and 4 are calls, amounting to $180,133.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $240.0 and $300.0 for FedEx, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of FedEx stands at 797.71, with a total volume reaching 408.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in FedEx, situated within the strike price corridor from $240.0 to $300.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>FedEx Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731439895_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$16.25</td>
<td>$15.75</td>
<td>$15.75</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$92.9K</td>
<td>325</td>
<td align="right">59</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$14.25</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$14.25</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$61.1K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td align="right">293</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$32.2</td>
<td>$31.6</td>
<td>$31.92</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$47.8K</td>
<td>141</td>
<td align="right">15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$21.9</td>
<td>$21.5</td>
<td>$21.9</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$41.6K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td align="right">24</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$52.05</td>
<td>$51.5</td>
<td>$51.5</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$41.2K</td>
<td>35</td>
<td align="right">15</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About FedEx</h3>
FedEx pioneered overnight delivery in 1973 and remains the world's largest express package provider. In its fiscal 2024, which ended in May, FedEx derived 47% of revenue from its express division, 37% from ground, and 10% from freight, its asset-based less-than-truckload shipping segment. The remainder came from other services, including FedEx Office, which provides document production/shipping, and FedEx Logistics, which provides global forwarding. FedEx acquired Dutch parcel delivery firm TNT Express in 2016, boosting its presence across Europe. TNT was previously the fourth-largest global parcel delivery provider.
In light of the recent options history for FedEx, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of FedEx</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 610,647, the price of FDX is up by 0.38%, reaching $290.9.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 37 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About FedEx</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $331.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Citigroup continues to hold a Buy rating for FedEx, targeting a price of $331. 
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FedEx Unusual Options Activity For November 12

Citigroup analyst Ariel Rosa maintains FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $301 to $331.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on FedEx, Raises Price Target to $331

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on FedEx.
Looking at options history for FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) we detected 28 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 35% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 42% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 11 are puts, for a total amount of $440,496 and 17, calls, for a total amount of $1,294,820.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $195.0 to $450.0 for FedEx during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for FedEx options trades today is 844.13 with a total volume of 2,591.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for FedEx's big money trades within a strike price range of $195.0 to $450.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>FedEx Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731357025_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$8.8</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.85</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$450.0K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">43</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$70.25</td>
<td>$69.05</td>
<td>$70.25</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$133.4K</td>
<td>53</td>
<td align="right">19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$27.8</td>
<td>$25.15</td>
<td>$26.66</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$130.7K</td>
<td>142</td>
<td align="right">49</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$77.55</td>
<td>$76.4</td>
<td>$76.9</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$76.9K</td>
<td>76</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$77.35</td>
<td>$74.6</td>
<td>$76.65</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$76.6K</td>
<td>26</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About FedEx</h3>
FedEx pioneered overnight delivery in 1973 and remains the world's largest express package provider. In its fiscal 2024, which ended in May, FedEx derived 47% of revenue from its express division, 37% from ground, and 10% from freight, its asset-based less-than-truckload shipping segment. The remainder came from other services, including FedEx Office, which provides document production/shipping, and FedEx Logistics, which provides global forwarding. FedEx acquired Dutch parcel delivery firm TNT Express in 2016, boosting its presence across Europe. TNT was previously the fourth-largest global parcel delivery provider.
<h3>Current Position of FedEx</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 1,030,501, the price of FDX is up 1.22% at $289.78. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 38 days.</li>
</ul>
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Check Out What Whales Are Doing With FDX

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on FedEx. Our analysis of options history for FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 62% of traders were bullish, while 37% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $101,550, and 5 were calls, valued at $180,412.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $230.0 and $370.0 for FedEx, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of FedEx stands at 616.57, with a total volume reaching 4,426.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in FedEx, situated within the strike price corridor from $230.0 to $370.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>FedEx Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731004502_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$1.92</td>
<td>$1.88</td>
<td>$1.87</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$57.2K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
<td>4.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$89.0</td>
<td>$86.4</td>
<td>$87.0</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
<td>$43.5K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$35.0</td>
<td>$32.65</td>
<td>$34.47</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$34.4K</td>
<td>137</td>
<td>12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$61.5</td>
<td>$59.95</td>
<td>$61.5</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$30.7K</td>
<td>13</td>
<td>5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$9.7</td>
<td>$9.45</td>
<td>$9.7</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$29.1K</td>
<td>657</td>
<td>31</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About FedEx</h3>
FedEx pioneered overnight delivery in 1973 and remains the world's largest express package provider. In its fiscal 2024, which ended in May, FedEx derived 47% of revenue from its express division, 37% from ground, and 10% from freight, its asset-based less-than-truckload shipping segment. The remainder came from other services, including FedEx Office, which provides document production/shipping, and FedEx Logistics, which provides global forwarding. FedEx acquired Dutch parcel delivery firm TNT Express in 2016, boosting its presence across Europe. TNT was previously the fourth-largest global parcel delivery provider.
In light of the recent options history for FedEx, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>FedEx's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 537,641, the price of FDX is up 1.74% at $284.94. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 42 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for FedEx</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $301.0.
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&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Citigroup downgraded its rating to Buy, setting a price target of $301. 
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What the Options Market Tells Us About FedEx

Pitney Bowes (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBI#NYSE">PBI</a>), a technology-driven company that provides SaaS shipping solutions, mailing innovation, and financial services to clients around the world—including more than 90 percent of the Fortune 500, today announced a new program with FedEx, which will offer a FedEx Platform Account to Pitney Bowes customers. Through the FedEx Platform Account, Pitney Bowes customers can access discounted FedEx rates and expanded service options through their multicarrier shipping software, including <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpitneybowes2023tf.q4web.com%2Fnews%2Fnews-details%2F2024%2FPitney-Bowes-Enhances-Ecommerce-Shipping-with-ShipAccel%2Fdefault.aspx&amp;esheet=54144862&amp;newsitemid=20241030983762&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=ShipAccel&amp;index=1&amp;md5=b01101723513a6714227fb6939af77dc">ShipAccel</a>, powered by Pitney Bowes, without the need for a FedEx shipping account.
This collaboration benefits Pitney Bowes diverse customer base, providing the essential edge required in today's rapidly growing ecommerce marketplace.

Pitney Bowes Announces New Program With FedEx, Which Will Offer A FedEx Platform Account To Pitney Bowes Customers

FedEx shares are trading higher in sympathy with UPS, which rose after reporting Q3 earnings.

Package delivery company United Parcel Services, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) could provide a look at how it fares with competitor FedEx Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) when the company reports third-quarter financial results<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings"> before market open Thursday.</a>
Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect UPS to report third-quarter revenue of $22.14 billion, up from $21.06 billion in last year's third quarter, according to data <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent102324&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">from Benzinga Pro.</a>
UPS missed revenue estimates from analysts in eight straight quarters. Before the streak of misses, UPS previously beat analyst revenue estimates in 10 straight quarters.
Analysts expect UPS to report third-quarter earnings per share of $1.63, up from last year's $1.57 in the third quarter. The company missed analyst estimates in the second quarter but has beaten estimates in three of the past five quarters with the other quarter meeting expectations.
UPS has beaten analyst estimates in seven of the past 10 quarters with two misses and one in-line figure.
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What Experts Are Saying: United Parcel Services has faced headwinds with labor negotiations and softer shipping volumes, Freedom Capital Markets Chief Global Strategist Jay Woods said in a weekly <a href="https://jaywoods.substack.com/">newsletter</a>.
"UPS has been mired in a two-year downtrend and hopefully this quarterly report is what finally changes that narrative," Woods said.
Woods said that FedEx reporting before UPS and citing softer shipping volumes doesn't help UPS ahead of the earnings report.
Looking at the UPS stock price, Woods said to watch the 200-day moving average.
"That has acted as major resistance consistently over this time period. Shares continue to make lower highs on each rally. That is the standard definition of a textbook downtrend which UPS clearly is experiencing."
Woods said the $124 August lows are the key figure to watch the stock to hold if there is a negative reaction.
"Not creating a new low may be a little win for shareholders if tough times continue."
UPS stock breaking above the 200-day moving average could be the start of a "prolonged upswing," Woods said.
Here are recent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/UPS/analyst-ratings">analyst ratings on UPS </a>and their price targets:
<ul>
<li>Evercore ISI: Maintained In-Line rating, raised price target from $138 to $141</li>
<li>Barclays: Downgraded from Equal-Weight to Underweight with $120 price target</li>
<li>Wells Fargo: Maintained Overweight rating, raised price target from $134 to $142</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs: Maintained Buy rating, lowered price target from $165 to $162</li>
<li>Citigroup: Initiated with Buy rating and $162 price target</li>
</ul>
Key Items to Watch: UPS's<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/07/39903596/ups-q2-earnings-revenue-and-eps-miss-annual-outlook-cut-restarts-stock-buyback"> updated guidance</a> calls for full-year revenue of around $93 billion. Analysts and investors will be looking forward to an update on this figure from the company.
FedEx stock fell after the earnings report and has slightly recovered, but failed to return to the pre-quarterly earnings levels.
While FedEx shares remain up 6.2% year-to-date in 2024, UPS stock is trading negative on the year.
Another area to watch in UPS's report could be about mergers and acquisitions and any commentary on future deals. The company announced the acquisition of Mexican express delivery company Estafeta earlier this year. An update on that acquisition could also be an item for investors to watch.
UPS Price Action: UPS stock is trading flat at $131.42 on Wednesday versus a 52-week trading range of $123.12 to $163.82. UPS stock is down 17% year-to-date.
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on FedEx. Our analysis of options history for FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) revealed 10 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 60% of traders were bullish, while 20% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 2 were puts, with a value of $117,900, and 8 were calls, valued at $514,525.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $160.0 and $280.0 for FedEx, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in FedEx's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to FedEx's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $160.0 to $280.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>FedEx 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729101646_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$92.05</td>
<td>$89.05</td>
<td>$91.0</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$182.0K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/25/24</td>
<td>$2.14</td>
<td>$1.65</td>
<td>$2.14</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$105.9K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">664</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$13.3</td>
<td>$13.15</td>
<td>$13.3</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$79.8K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">11</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$46.15</td>
<td>$44.1</td>
<td>$45.1</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$45.1K</td>
<td>113</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$40.2</td>
<td>$39.65</td>
<td>$39.97</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$39.9K</td>
<td>241</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">11</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About FedEx</h3>
FedEx pioneered overnight delivery in 1973 and remains the world's largest express package provider. In its fiscal 2024, which ended in May, FedEx derived 47% of revenue from its express division, 37% from ground, and 10% from freight, its asset-based less-than-truckload shipping segment. The remainder came from other services, including FedEx Office, which provides document production/shipping, and FedEx Logistics, which provides global forwarding. FedEx acquired Dutch parcel delivery firm TNT Express in 2016, boosting its presence across Europe. TNT was previously the fourth-largest global parcel delivery provider.
<h3>Current Position of FedEx</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 872,681, the FDX's price is up by 1.9%, now at $270.96. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 64 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for FedEx</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $320.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from JP Morgan keeps a Overweight rating on FedEx with a target price of $350. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from UBS keeps a Buy rating on FedEx with a target price of $311. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has revised its rating downward to Buy, adjusting the price target to $301. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Evercore ISI Group has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on FedEx, which currently sits at a price target of $318. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Baird continues to hold a Outperform rating for FedEx, targeting a price of $320. 
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), although not a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/what-stocks-does-nancy-pelosi-own">prolific stock trader like former House Speaker </a>and Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif), is relatively active in churning her portfolio. A filing by the firebrand Republican earlier this week showed that she picked up some key tech stocks and also bought Treasury bills.
Greene Increases Chip Exposure: Greene picked up stocks of major chip-equipment makers, including Dutch company ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) and its U.S. peers Lam Research Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>) and Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>). She has bought shares worth $1,001-$15,000 in each of these companies.
&nbsp;The disclosure was made as a mandatory requirement necessitated by the &#8220;Stock Trading on Congressional Knowledge Act.&#8221; This act mandates U.S. lawmakers to publicly disclose financial transactions within 45 days of occurrence, typically within a value range.
Semiconductor equipment makers may be one way of gaining exposure to the hot-and-happening AI chip stocks that have run up sharply this year. As opposed to Nvidia Corp.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) year-to-date gain of 168%, Applied Materials has advanced a more modest 27%, Lam Research about 9.5% and ASML 12.4%.
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JPMorgan Snapped Up Ahead Of Earnings: Green also picked up $1,000 to $15,000 worth of shares of big bank JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>). The company is due to report its third-quarter results before the market opens on Friday, with analysts&#8217; modeling earnings per share of $4.01, down from $4.33 reported for the year-ago quarter. Analysts, on average, expect 5% year-over-year revenue growth to $41.65 billion.
Other Purchases: The congresswoman&#8217;s other purchases include:
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<li>Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>): $1,001 to $15,000</li>
<li>Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>): $1,001 to $15,000</li>
<li>FedEx Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>): $1,001 to $15,000</li>
<li>Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>): $1,001 to $15,000</li>
<li>Visa, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/V#NYSE">V</a>): $1,001 to $15,000</li>
</ul>
Greene also bought U.S. Treasury bills amounting to $50,001 to $100,000.
All the transactions reported were made on Oct. 4
The congresswoman&#8217;s trades assume importance as the broader S&amp;P 500 Index is at a record high. The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), an exchange-traded fund that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, rose 0.69% to $577.14 on Wednesday, according to <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro data.</a>
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Boosts Stock Portfolio With AI Exposure, Buys JPMorgan And This Hot Magnificent 7 Stock: Here're Congresswoman's Latest Trades

FedEx's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) short percent of float has fallen 8.82% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.79 million shares sold short, which is 1.24% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.77 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>FedEx Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728500427_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for FedEx has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing FedEx's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, FedEx's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.53%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Short Sellers

Short Ideas

How Is The Market Feeling About FedEx?

During the last three months, 18 analysts shared their evaluations of FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $315.61, a high estimate of $350.00, and a low estimate of $200.00. A decline of 4.09% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728489614_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of FedEx by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ariel Rosa</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$301.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rick Paterson</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
<td>$317.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fadi Chamoun</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Parash Jain</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Helane Becker</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$328.00</td>
<td>$334.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Ossenbeck</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$359.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bascome Majors</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>J. Bruce Chan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$321.00</td>
<td>$327.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Imbro</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$311.00</td>
<td>$333.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Tyler Brown</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Chappell</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$318.00</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ravi Shanker</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Garrett Holland</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Hoexter</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
<td>$347.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Garrett Holland</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Chappell</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$339.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Helane Becker</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$334.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to FedEx. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of FedEx compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of FedEx's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of FedEx's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FDX/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on FedEx analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About FedEx</h2>
FedEx pioneered overnight delivery in 1973 and remains the world's largest express package provider. In its fiscal 2024, which ended in May, FedEx derived 47% of revenue from its express division, 37% from ground, and 10% from freight, its asset-based less-than-truckload shipping segment. The remainder came from other services, including FedEx Office, which provides document production/shipping, and FedEx Logistics, which provides global forwarding. FedEx acquired Dutch parcel delivery firm TNT Express in 2016, boosting its presence across Europe. TNT was previously the fourth-largest global parcel delivery provider.
<h3>FedEx's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining FedEx's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 31 August, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.47% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: FedEx's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 3.67%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): FedEx's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.9% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): FedEx's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.91%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.39.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Analyst Expectations For FedEx's Future

Citigroup analyst Ariel Rosa initiates coverage on FedEx (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $301.

Initiation

Citigroup Initiates Coverage On FedEx with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $301

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LASE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$7.50</td>
<td>$35.2K</td>
<td>13</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">840</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/11/24</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$25.4K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">457</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KNX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$57.50</td>
<td>$29.2K</td>
<td>441</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">195</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>$57.4K</td>
<td>263</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">190</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$47.7K</td>
<td>437</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">123</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$84.7K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">111</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CAT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
<td>$43.4K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$31.0K</td>
<td>4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$37.9K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">66</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AXON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$25.3K</td>
<td>160</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">56</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding LASE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LASE#NASDAQ">LASE</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 38 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 235 contract(s) at a $7.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 16 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.2K, with a price of $150.0 per contract. There were 13 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 840 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DAL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 3 day(s) on October 11, 2024. This event was a transfer of 156 contract(s) at a $51.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.4K, with a price of $163.0 per contract. There were 1464 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 457 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For KNX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KNX#NYSE">KNX</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 101 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 195 contract(s) at a $57.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.2K, with a price of $150.0 per contract. There were 441 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 195 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DE#NYSE">DE</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 73 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 27 contract(s) at a $410.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.4K, with a price of $2127.0 per contract. There were 263 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 190 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For EH (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EH#NASDAQ">EH</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 191 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 111 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 32 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.7K, with a price of $430.0 per contract. There were 437 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 123 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UBER (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 801 day(s) on December 18, 2026. This event was a transfer of 110 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $84.7K, with a price of $770.0 per contract. There were 1168 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 111 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CAT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 38 day(s) on November 15, 2024. This event was a transfer of 28 contract(s) at a $390.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.4K, with a price of $1550.0 per contract. There were 1926 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 110 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UAL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 45 day(s) on November 22, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $63.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 30 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.0K, with a price of $310.0 per contract. There were 4 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 100 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For FDX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 101 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 30 contract(s) at a $270.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.9K, with a price of $1265.0 per contract. There were 1482 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 66 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AXON (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 10 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $420.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.3K, with a price of $1269.0 per contract. There were 160 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 56 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Most of the important news in the financial markets goes over investors&#39; heads, only to wake up to new market price action and realize they should have not only paid attention but also acted upon the news that was released in the recent past. Today&#39;s most important news&mdash;and implications&mdash;can be taken from the recent port strikes that started this week.
When the dominoes are laid out, investors may arrive at a few pain points of inflection. They all end up with worse inflation and a significant hit to the United States GDP, which affects the stock market. But, not all stocks in the S&amp;P 500 are equal; while most in the consumer discretionary and consumer staples sectors stand to be negatively impacted by strikes, those in the transportation sector could now see added demand.
Major importers like Walmart Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/wmt#NYSE">WMT</a>) and Target Co. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tgt#NYSE">TGT</a>) are now facing a potential threat of supply chain disruptions, with no signs of demand slowing down. This mix could create a major issue in terms of pricing and item availability but, conversely, make air freight a more attractive alternative, which is where FedEx Co. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fdx#NYSE">FDX</a>) comes into play.
<h2>Walmart&#39;s Value Proposition at Risk: What Investors Need to Know</h2>
There has to be a reason why Walmart&#39;s CEO recently sold some of the company&#39;s stock, up to $2.3 million. The timing of the transaction seems to answer it all. It was September 26th, just days before the port strikes were announced to begin.
Insiders are getting ahead because this could severely impact Walmart&#39;s ability to offer low-priced items to its consumer base. At the same time, bears are coming in to raid the stock. Walmart&#39;s short interest rose by as much as 3.8% over the past month, showing signs of trouble ahead.
If supply chains are disrupted, then Walmart&#39;s $3 billion worth of imports could see higher shipping and sourcing costs, leaving the consumer to pay for the passed-on expenses down the line. The warning signs didn&#39;t stop at company management and bearish traders; however, some institutional players had the same view in mind.
Anchor Investment Management also decided to trim its Walmart holdings by 6.5% as of September. This decision may have been made after considering Walmart stock&#39;s risk-to-reward profile, as it now trades at a high price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 42.3x, above the rest of the peer group.
The downside is now seemingly larger than the upside, and these new port strikes might be the catalyst for the rest of the market to see that as well.
<h2>Target&#39;s Smaller Scale Puts It at Risk</h2>
While Walmart has enough international reach to cushion some of the potential impacts, Target does not. Because of these increased risks to a brand already affected by inflationary pressures, some insiders also decided to trim some of their Target stock before the actual impact of these strikes is known.
Richard H. Gomez, a Target insider, sold as many as 6,348 shares as of September 27th. Getting rid of roughly $1 million worth of stock just days before the strikes began amplifies the concern that this event poses on the industry. Still, the bearish evidence didn&#39;t stop there.
Over the past quarter, Target stock&#39;s short interest has risen from roughly $1 billion to $2.2 billion today, which could corner some of the bulls who may attempt to get out during the potential volatility these strikes could create. As Walmart experienced, Target is also reporting some institutional names selling some of their holdings in the company.
First Financial Bank Trust decided to trim its holdings in Target stock by 3.3% during the past quarter, but it wasn&#39;t alone in this decision. Park National also reduced its investments in Target stock by 7.5% as of October 2024.
<h2>FedEx Stock Could Rebound as Port Strikes Threaten Supply Chains</h2>
Now that regular freight schedules and supply chains are becoming disrupted through strikes, air transportation could become the next best alternative. With this potential tailwind behind it, FedEx stock may stand to close down the gap left behind after its recent earnings selloff.
Now that the stock trades at 85% of its 52-week high, the company has a double-digit opportunity to make a comeback. This is why analysts at J.P. Morgan Chase see a potential for FedEx stock to head higher toward their price target of $350, which calls for a net upside of 29.8% from where the stock trades today.
Knowing this could be the case, bearish traders decided to step off the gas when it came to selling short. FedEx stock&#39;s short interest declined by over 8.5% in the past month, showing investors signs of this bearish capitulation. Replacing some of the beaten bears were a few institutional buyers as well.
Leading the most recent buys, Jacobs &amp; Co. increased their holdings by 0.4% as of October 2024. This may not seem like much of a boost on a percentage basis. Still, it did bring the group&#39;s net investment to $12.6 million today as a sign of institutional confidence for FedEx&#39;s future.
This is, of course, a small drop compared to the $8.3 billion in institutional capital that has entered FedEx stock over the past 12 months.
The article &quot;<a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stock-ideas/how-recent-port-strikes-could-impact-these-key-3-stocks/">How Recent Port Strikes Could Impact These 3 Key Stocks</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.

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The best traders understand that certain price levels in the financial markets are more important than others. They also know how to identify them. These are called support <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-of-the-day">levels and resistance levels</a>.
An important dynamic of the markets is how price levels that had been support can convert into resistance, and how price levels that had been resistance can convert into support. The chart of FedEx Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) shows clear examples of this. This is why it is our Stock of the Day.
As you can see, the $289 level was resistance for FedEx in late March. Then the level converted into support in late June. You can also see that the $255.70 level was resistance in June. Then it converted into a support level in September.
Price levels that had been resistance levels can convert into support because of seller's remorse.
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Some traders and investors sold their shares while the stock was at resistance. If the price trends lower after they make their sales, they believe their decision to sell was a good one.
But if the price moves higher than the resistance, a number of these investors and traders regret selling. They think they made a mistake and decide to buy their shares back if they can get them for the same price they were sold at.
As a result, when the price eventually returns to what had been resistance, they place buy orders. And if there are enough of these buy orders it creates support. This is what happened at the $289 and $255.70 levels for FedEx.
The chart also shows an example of a support level converting into resistance. The $276 level had been support in August. Then it became a resistance level in early October.
Support can turn into resistance because of buyer's remorse.
There are traders and investors who regret buying their shares while they were at support if the support breaks and the price goes lower. Many of them decide to sell their positions. But they don't want to lose money.
As a result, if and when the shares eventually rally back to their buy price, they place sell orders. This way they can exit their positions at breakeven. If there are enough of these sell orders, it will create resistance at the price that was previously a support level.
This is what happened with the $276 level for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FDX">FedEx</a>.
Understanding which price levels are important helps traders and investors decide where to place their buy and sell orders. This can result in profits.
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