Summary
FedEx Corporation (FDX) reported its fiscal first-quarter 2014 results for the period ending August 31, 2013. The company saw a modest 2% increase in revenue, reaching $11.02 billion, driven primarily by solid performance in its FedEx Ground segment, which benefited from higher volumes and yield improvements due to rate increases. Operating income also rose by 7% to $795 million, and net income increased by 7% to $489 million, translating to diluted earnings per share of $1.53, up from $1.45 in the prior year. Despite these positive top-line and bottom-line improvements, the report highlights headwinds such as the net negative impact of fuel price fluctuations and one fewer operating day, which constrained earnings growth. The company continues to focus on profit improvement programs, with significant benefits expected in future periods.
Financial Highlights
40 data points| Revenue | $11.02B |
| Operating Expenses | $10.23B |
| Operating Income | $891.00M |
| Net Income | $548.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $1.73 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $1.72 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 316.00M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 319.00M |
Key Highlights
- 1Revenue increased by 2% to $11.02 billion, driven by FedEx Ground's performance.
- 2Operating income grew by 7% to $795 million, with an improved operating margin of 7.2%.
- 3Net income rose by 7% to $489 million, resulting in diluted EPS of $1.53.
- 4FedEx Ground showed strong performance with an 11% revenue increase due to volume and yield gains.
- 5FedEx Express revenue saw a slight decrease due to shifting demand towards economy services and lower fuel surcharges, though operating income improved.
- 6Capital expenditures were reduced by 41% year-over-year to $572 million, with a focus on fleet modernization and sort facility expansion.
- 7The company maintained a strong liquidity position with $5.1 billion in cash and cash equivalents and ample availability under its revolving credit facility.