FedEx Watch - In the News

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April 25	Retirement Benefit Change at FedEx NotedUnder a fear-mongering title, the article notes the long-term saving shortfalls of many Americans. The author also mentions the recent FedEx decision to end its defined benefit pension program for Express workers. -- Motley Fool
April 16	Fred Smith Ties Himself to John McCainJohn McCain’s speech in Memphis included an introduction by FedEx Chairman and CEO Fred Smith. -- Associated Press
April 13	Fred Smith to Introduce John McCain in MemphisNews report covers Sen. John McCain’s campaign stop in Memphis on April 13, 2007 and notes the close relationship between McCain and FedEx CEO Fred Smith. -- Memphis Daily News
April 12	UPS, FedEx Residential Business ContrastedUPS’ hometown paper in Atlanta, GA reports on the business prospects for residential delivery services at both UPS and FedEx. The article covers the express package service and parcel delivery service. It also contrasts the UPS employee costs and FedEx “independent contractor” costs. -- Atlanta Journal Constitution
April 04	FedEx Express Construction Advances in GreensboroThe Greensboro paper reports on the progress at FedEx Express new hub at the Piedmont Triad International Airport. -- Greensboro News Record