FedEx (FDX) Freight Spinoff Projects 12% Operating Margin for 2026

FedEx Freight, which will become an independent publicly listed company on June 1, expects to achieve an operating margin of 12% this year, as stated by incoming CEO John Smith. The company anticipates revenue of $8.7 billion and adjusted operating income of $1.1 billion. Additionally, FedEx Freight forecasts core profit growth of 10% to 12% and revenue growth of 4% to 6% in the medium term. These developments are relevant as rising U.S. diesel prices continue to impact profitability across the trucking industry.