FedEx Freight Q3 shipments dip slightly following spinoff
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A slight shipment dip post-spinoff suggests the real story is operational focus and customer retention, not immediate volume growth. If you depend on FedEx Freight, watch service levels and pricing over the next 2–3 quarters as the standalone entity finds its footing.
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