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DivestmentJun 1, 2026, 06:52 AM

FedEx Freight Completes Spin-Off; Joins S&P 500, Dow Jones Transports

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FedEx Freight Holding Company, Inc. announced the completion of its spin-off from FedEx Corporation, establishing itself as an independent, publicly traded company. Its common stock began trading on the NYSE under "FDXF" and is set to join the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Transportation Average. The spin-off involved the distribution of 80.1% of FedEx Freight shares to FedEx stockholders, with FedEx retaining 19.9%. Various agreements were executed to govern the ongoing relationship and facilitate an orderly transition.

Key Highlights

  • Spin-off from FedEx Corporation completed on June 1, 2026.
  • FedEx Freight common stock began "regular way" trading on NYSE under "FDXF".
  • FedEx Freight will join the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Transportation Average.
  • FedEx distributed 80.1% of FedEx Freight's outstanding shares to its stockholders.
  • FedEx stockholders received 1 FDXF share for every 2 FDX shares held as of May 15, 2026.
  • FedEx retained 19.9% of FDXF shares, to be disposed of within 24 months.
  • Agreements include Separation, Transition Services, Tax Matters, and Employee Matters.
  • FedEx Freight is North America's largest LTL carrier with 40,000 team members.