01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 10-K filed July 17, 2017. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
FedEx Corporation's (FDX) 2017 10-K filing indicates a pivotal year driven by the acquisition of TNT Express, aiming to significantly expand its global footprint and service offerings, particularly in Europe.
While the integration process is underway, it presented substantial operational and financial challenges, including integration expenses and a cyber-attack on TNT Express operations that caused significant delays and incremental costs. The company's core FedEx Express and FedEx Ground segments showed resilience with revenue and volume growth, supported by yield improvements and strategic investments in fleet modernization and network expansion. Despite the integration complexities and cyber incident, FedEx demonstrated a commitment to shareholder returns through share repurchases and dividend payments, underpinned by a solid operating performance across most segments.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Acquisition of TNT Express completed in May 2016, significantly expanding FedEx's international presence, especially in Europe, with integration efforts ongoing and expected to conclude by 2020.
- The TNT Express segment experienced a material cyber-attack (Petya virus) in June 2017, leading to widespread service delays, increased operational costs, and potential financial impact, with full service restoration not yet estimated.
- FedEx Express segment showed revenue growth driven by yield and package volume improvements, alongside ongoing fleet modernization, despite facing unfavorable exchange rates and one fewer operating day.
- FedEx Ground segment reported strong revenue and volume growth, benefiting from e-commerce expansion and network enhancements, though operating margins declined slightly due to expansion costs and inclusion of FedEx Supply Chain.
- FedEx Freight segment experienced moderate revenue growth due to higher shipments and improved per-shipment revenue, but operating income and margins declined due to increased operating expenses.
- Capital expenditures were significant, focused on fleet modernization (Boeing 767F and 777F aircraft), network expansion at FedEx Ground, and integration-related investments for TNT Express, totaling $5.1 billion for fiscal year 2017.
- The company actively managed its capital structure through debt issuances and share repurchases, indicating a focus on financial flexibility and shareholder returns.
03—One dollar
Follow one dollar
Of each $1.00 of revenue in FY2017, FedEx kept $0.05.
- Revenue$60.32B100.0%
- Cost of revenue−$13.63B22.6%
- Gross profit$46.69B77.4%
- Operating costs−$42.12B69.8%
- Operating income$4.57B7.6%
- Interest, other & tax−$1.57B2.6%
- Net income$3.00B5.0%
Where FY2017 revenue went
$60.32B- Operating costs: $42.12B, 70% of revenue
- Cost of revenue: $13.63B, 23% of revenue
- Net income: $3.00B, 5.0% of revenue
- Interest, other & tax: $1.57B, 2.6% of revenue
Kept 5.0% as net incomeNet income $3.00B · 5.0%
Full revenue history →04—Financials
Financial Highlights
Figures from 10-KFY2017filed July 17, 2017Financial Statements
FY2017 against FY2016
| Line item | FY2017FY2016 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $60.32B$50.37B | +19.8% |
| Cost of Revenue | $13.63B— | — |
| Gross Profit | $46.69B— | — |
| Operating Expenses | $55.75B$47.29B | +17.9% |
| Operating Income | $4.57B$3.08B | +48.4% |
| Interest Expense | $512.00M$336.00M | +52.4% |
| Net Income | $3.00B$1.82B | +64.7% |
| EPS (Basic) | $11.24$6.59 | +70.6% |
| EPS (Diluted) | $11.07$6.51 | +70.0% |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 266.00M276.00M | −3.6% |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 270.00M279.00M | −3.2% |
05—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the primary strategic initiative impacting FedEx in fiscal year 2017?
The primary strategic initiative was the integration of TNT Express, acquired in May 2016. This acquisition aimed to enhance FedEx's global reach, particularly its European road network, and expand its service portfolio. The integration process, however, presented significant challenges, including substantial expenses and operational disruptions.
What impact did the TNT Express cyber-attack have on FedEx's operations and finances?
The Petya cyber-attack in June 2017 severely impacted TNT Express's worldwide operations, causing widespread service delays, increased costs due to manual processes and system recovery efforts, and a loss of revenue. While initial evaluations suggested a material financial impact, the full extent was still being assessed at the time of the filing.
How did FedEx's key segments perform in terms of revenue and profitability?
FedEx Express saw revenue growth driven by yield and volume, with improved operating income. FedEx Ground also achieved revenue and volume growth, though its operating margin slightly decreased due to expansion costs. FedEx Freight experienced revenue growth but a decline in operating income and margins due to increased expenses. FedEx Services provided essential support functions across the enterprise.
What is FedEx's outlook regarding the TNT Express integration and future capital expenditures?
FedEx expected to continue executing the TNT Express integration, targeting significant operating income improvement by 2020. Capital expenditures were projected to remain high in fiscal year 2018, focusing on fleet modernization, FedEx Ground network expansion, and TNT Express integration, signaling continued investment in operational capabilities and growth.
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