Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)vsFedEx Corporation (FDX)
EXPD
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
$187.51
-2.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.82B
FDX
FedEx Corporation
$295.94
+0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $73.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FedEx Corporation generates 687% more annual revenue ($94.72B vs $12.04B). EXPD leads profitability with a 7.6% profit margin vs 4.7%. FDX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.32. EXPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
EXPD
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
FDX
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-62.1%
Fair Value
$99.86
Current Price
$187.51
$87.65 premium
Margin of Safety
-29.7%
Fair Value
$283.03
Current Price
$295.94
$12.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.5x book value
7.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 4.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXPD
The strongest argument for EXPD centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FDX
The strongest argument for FDX centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.32 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EXPD
The primary concerns for EXPD are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : FDX
The primary concerns for FDX are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXPD profiles as a hypergrowth stock while FDX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FDX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
EXPD is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — sustainability is the question.
FDX generates stronger free cash flow (1.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EXPD scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100) and 32.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Expeditors (Expeditors International of Washington) is an American worldwide logistics and freight forwarding company headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
FedEx Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
FedEx Corporation, formerly Federal Express Corporation and later FDX Corporation, is an American multinational delivery services company headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee.
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