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FedEx Corporation, commonly known as FedEx, is a global courier and logistics company that provides a wide range of courier, transportation, and business services. It offers domestic and international shipping solutions, e-commerce services, and specialized logistics solutions to individuals, businesses, and governments worldwide.

FedEx operates through several business segments:

1. FedEx Express: This segment is the core of FedEx's business and offers next-day and second-day delivery services for time-sensitive packages and documents. It utilizes a vast air and ground network to provide fast and reliable door-to-door delivery.

2. FedEx Ground: This segment focuses on small-package ground delivery within the United States and Canada. By leveraging a network of pickup and delivery operators, FedEx Ground serves both residential and commercial customers.

3. FedEx Freight: This segment provides less-than-truckload (LTL) freight services, catering to businesses that need to transport larger and heavier shipments across North America. FedEx Freight offers a range of delivery options, including FedEx Freight Priority for time-sensitive shipments and FedEx Freight Economy for less urgent deliveries.

4. FedEx Services: This segment offers a variety of back-end support services to other FedEx operating companies and external customers. It includes sales, marketing, information technology, customer services, and supply chain management.

5. FedEx Logistics: This segment specializes in supply chain management and freight forwarding services, helping businesses handle their global transportation and logistics requirements. FedEx Logistics offers customized solutions for trade facilitation, customs brokerage, e-commerce fulfillment, and warehousing.

FedEx plays a pivotal role in the global logistics ecosystem, connecting businesses and individuals by providing efficient and reliable shipping services. With its extensive network, advanced technology, and strong customer service focus, FedEx continues to be a leader in the transportation and logistics industry.

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