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May 31, 2022
FedEx Q4 2022 Earnings Report
FedEx demonstrated resilience and adaptability amidst unexpected challenges, achieving improved operating income through revenue management and cost control.
Key Takeaways
FedEx Corp. reported Q4 2022 results with revenue of $24.4 billion and diluted EPS of $2.13. Operating income improved due to revenue management actions and lower variable compensation, offset by lower shipment demand and higher costs. The company is focusing on revenue quality and cost reduction for a strong fiscal 2023.
Operating income improved due to revenue management actions and lower variable compensation expense.
FedEx Express operating results improved due to revenue management actions, including increased fuel surcharges.
FedEx Ground operating results declined due to higher self-insurance accruals and increased purchased transportation and wage rates.
FedEx Freight operating results sharply increased, with operating margin improving 570 basis points to 21.8%.
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Forward Guidance
FedEx forecasts earnings per diluted share of $22.45 to $24.45 for fiscal year 2023 before mark-to-market retirement plans accounting adjustments and costs related to business optimization initiatives. Capital spending is projected at $6.8 billion, focused on efficiency improvements.
Positive Outlook
- Earnings per diluted share of $22.45 to $24.45 before the MTM retirement plans accounting adjustments and costs related to business optimization initiatives
- Earnings per diluted share of $22.50 to $24.50 before the MTM retirement plans accounting adjustments and costs related to business optimization initiatives, and excluding estimated costs associated with business realignment activities
- ETR of approximately 24% prior to the MTM retirement plans accounting adjustments and costs related to business optimization initiatives
- Capital spending of $6.8 billion, with a priority on investments to improve efficiency, including fleet and facility modernization, and increased automation
- Continued emphasis on revenue quality drove significant improvement in fourth quarter results
Challenges Ahead
- Unable to forecast the fiscal 2023 mark-to-market (MTM) retirement plans accounting adjustments.
- May incur additional costs in fiscal 2023 related to business optimization initiatives.
- Unable to forecast the amount and timing of these additional costs, which may impact the fiscal 2023 effective tax rate (ETR).
- Forecasts assume the company's current economic forecast and fuel price expectations, no additional COVID-19-related business restrictions, successful completion of the planned stock repurchases, and no additional adverse geopolitical developments.
- Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made.