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Amazon takes to the skies

by Andy Uhler
Feb 2, 2017
Amazon plans to build an air cargo hub for its delivery planes. The company will only deliver its own mail for now. But there’s a chance it could be competition for the big mail carriers like UPS and FedEx. Click…
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The nation’s delivery fleet had challenging holiday

by Marielle Segarra
Jan 2, 2017
More online sales means more shipping.
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Will FedEx deliver earnings?

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Sep 20, 2016
The company is putting a lot of effort into improving business.
FedEx is trying to decrease its dependence on the postal service.
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FedEx meteorologists get your packages home on time

by Mukta Mohan
Dec 22, 2015
A million holiday parcels are shipped a night, guided by the weather forecasters.
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My Economy: In Memphis, it all happens at night

by Kai Ryssdal
Dec 21, 2015
The holidays are a boon for a city with a FedEx hub.
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On the bright side for FedEx: growing e-commerce

by Sally Herships
Sep 16, 2015
Aside from China's financial problems affecting shipping, FedEx can be optimistic.
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FedEx reports on last quarter and plans ahead

by Gigi Douban
Jun 17, 2015
The company is looking to expand in Europe by acquiring a Dutch delivery firm.
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UPS and FedEx increase fuel surcharge – because they can

by Dan Weissmann
Feb 3, 2015
Opposite of a price war: Despite cheaper fuel costs, shipping companies charge more.
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FedEx and UPS do better this year, but Amazon lurks

by Sally Herships
Dec 22, 2014
If UPS and FedEx are going to continue to be competitive with Amazon, they need a long-term strategy.
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How seasonal hiring really works

by Nova Safo
Oct 31, 2014
Companies are relying more on social media.
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