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FedEx Freight Charts Growth Strategy as Independent LTL Operator

FedEx Freight is positioning itself to capture market share in high-margin sectors following its transition to standalone operations. The nation's largest less-than-truckload carrier is targeting the healthcare, grocery, and technology verticals to expand beyond traditional freight lanes. The company projects profit margins will grow more than 9% in the back half of the year, representing a gain of over one percentage point compared to the prior year. FedEx Freight's independent status enables more agile decision-making on pricing and service offerings tailored to high-value customer segments. The carrier's performance in these markets will indicate its success as a publicly traded company.