FedEx Shares Tumble as Policy Shifts Sink Volume to 286th in U.S. Rankings

FedEx (FDX) closed July 31, 2025, with a 0.17% decline to $... per share, trading on a volume of $0.51 billion—a 37.4% drop from the prior day. The stock ranked 286th in terms of trading activity among U.S. equities, reflecting muted investor engagement amid broader sector uncertainty.

The decline followed the White House’s announcement to terminate the de minimis rule, which previously allowed duty-free imports for packages valued under $800. This policy shift, effective immediately for Chinese goods and extending to other markets, triggered a 4.6% drop in FedEx shares on the previous session. Analysts noted the move could increase operational costs for international logistics firms as customs duties become more prevalent.

Competitive dynamics also weighed on sentiment. United Parcel Service (UPS), a key rival, faced its own challenges, including a 10.57% single-day drop earlier in the week due to earnings shortfalls and macroeconomic headwinds. While FedEx’s performance lagged behind UPS in recent months, the sector-wide regulatory and pricing pressures highlighted broader risks for delivery companies navigating shifting trade policies and cost inflation.

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