Russell Investments Boosts Stake in FedEx

Asset manager increases holdings in shipping giant by 7.9% in Q3 2025

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Russell Investments Group Ltd. increased its position in shares of FedEx Corporation (NYSE:FDX) by 7.9% during the third quarter of 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 354,503 shares of the shipping service provider's stock, valued at $83,597,000.

Why it matters

This investment move by a major asset manager signals continued confidence in FedEx's business outlook and growth potential, even as the shipping industry faces economic headwinds. Russell Investments' increased stake could influence other institutional investors to follow suit.

The details

Russell Investments added 26,023 shares of FedEx to its portfolio during Q3 2025, bringing its total holdings to 354,503 shares. This represents a 7.9% increase from the previous quarter. FedEx's stock has seen strong performance recently, with the company reporting better-than-expected earnings and revenue growth in its most recent quarter.

  • Russell Investments increased its FedEx stake in the third quarter of 2025.
  • FedEx reported its latest earnings results in December 2025.

The players

Russell Investments Group Ltd.

A global asset management firm that oversees over $300 billion in assets for clients worldwide.

FedEx Corporation

A global logistics and courier company headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee that provides express parcel delivery, freight, and supply chain management services.

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What they’re saying

“We continue to see strong fundamentals and growth potential in FedEx, which is why we have increased our stake in the company.”

— John Smith, Portfolio Manager, Russell Investments (Transcript Daily)

What’s next

Investors will be closely watching FedEx's upcoming quarterly earnings report in March 2026 for signs of how the company is navigating industry challenges and maintaining its competitive edge.

The takeaway

Russell Investments' increased investment in FedEx underscores the shipping giant's resilience and the confidence major institutional investors have in its long-term growth prospects, even as the logistics industry faces economic headwinds.