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FedEx Corporation reports developments across its global transportation, e-commerce and business services network. News about FDX commonly covers package delivery operations, FedEx Freight, FedEx Office, FedEx Logistics, service launches such as FedEx SameDay Local, and supply-chain technology initiatives involving FedEx Dataworks.
Recurring company updates also include dividend declarations, governance and leadership changes, material agreements, capital-structure matters, and operating and financial results. Coverage of FedEx Freight includes segment-level developments and related public-company separation disclosures while the company continues to operate its broader FedEx network.
The sixth FedEx Trade Index reveals that 82% of U.S. small business leaders believe expanding international trade will enhance the economy. Moreover, 75% see it as a means to create jobs and opportunities. However, 70% of businesses engaged in international trade cite customs regulations as a barrier to their e-commerce. Support for the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) has risen to 91% among U.S. respondents. The survey, conducted by Morning Consult, highlights that 85% of small businesses prioritize job retraining to remain competitive globally.
Happy Returns has partnered with FedEx Corp. (FDX) to incorporate its in-person return service in over 2,000 FedEx Office locations across the U.S. Starting in Los Angeles, this service allows online shoppers to return items box-free for an immediate refund or exchange. Happy Returns has seen significant growth during 2020, adding more new customers in Q2 than all of 2019. The collaboration will quadruple Happy Returns’ locations, enhancing convenience for shoppers and streamlining the returns process for retailers.
FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) announced the completion of its #SupportSmall Grants program, awarding 200 small business owners $5,000 each along with a $500 credit for FedEx Office services. The initiative received nearly 50,000 applications, with 47% of grants going to minority and women-owned businesses. Most recipients plan to use the funds for website enhancements, marketing, or creating online stores. FedEx aims to support small businesses through various programs, including financial and operational resources during the COVID-19 pandemic.
FedEx Office has partnered with Canva to launch a digital design-to-print marketplace aimed at assisting small and mid-sized businesses in creating professionally printed materials as they recover from the pandemic. This collaboration combines Canva's extensive design library with FedEx's printing capabilities accessible at over 2,000 locations across the U.S. Businesses can utilize customizable templates for various materials, including flyers and signage, facilitating their reopening with effective marketing tools. FedEx Office's survey indicates significant demand among consumers for clear communication from businesses during this transition.