Policy perspectives
Our perspective on public policies & issues
Our perspective on public policies & issues
While there are a number of related important policies and issues that affect FedEx and our customers, our guidepost is steady: FedEx supports policies that promote the interests of our customers, team members, investors, and business.
2025 FedEx Global Economic Impact Report
The FedEx Effect highlights the economic impact of our global operations across over 220 countries and territories. The latest Economic Impact Report examines this effect and the strategies and team members that support it.
FedEx 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report
Every day, teams at FedEx support our progress toward a more connected and sustainable world. The 2025 FedEx Corporate Responsibility Report covers this progress across all geographic regions for Fiscal Year 2024.Â
Honoring the Heroic Legacy of U.S. Servicemembers
To commemorate Memorial Day 2024, FedEx founder and executive chairman Frederick W. Smith delivered remarks at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., drawing from his experience in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He also shared how the conflict ultimately laid the groundwork for economic growth in the region and for global trade.
2025 FedEx Small Business Trade Index
The 2025 FedEx Small Business Trade Index highlights the essential role trade has for the growth of small- and medium-sized businesses. Check out the latest survey results for more on the opportunities and challenges SMB leaders are navigating.
FedEx at APEC: Advancing global, smart supply chains
Alongside FedEx participation in the 2023 APEC Summit, FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam shared his thoughts on smart supply chains and how trade supports small businesses around the world in the 2023 APEC CEO Summit Journal.
2025 FedEx Global Economic Impact Report
The FedEx Effect highlights the economic impact of our global operations across over 220 countries and territories. The latest Economic Impact Report examines this effect and the strategies and team members that support it.
FedEx 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report
Every day, teams at FedEx support our progress toward a more connected and sustainable world. The 2025 FedEx Corporate Responsibility Report covers this progress across all geographic regions for Fiscal Year 2024.Â
Honoring the Heroic Legacy of U.S. Servicemembers
To commemorate Memorial Day 2024, FedEx founder and executive chairman Frederick W. Smith delivered remarks at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., drawing from his experience in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He also shared how the conflict ultimately laid the groundwork for economic growth in the region and for global trade.
2025 FedEx Small Business Trade Index
The 2025 FedEx Small Business Trade Index highlights the essential role trade has for the growth of small- and medium-sized businesses. Check out the latest survey results for more on the opportunities and challenges SMB leaders are navigating.
FedEx at APEC: Advancing global, smart supply chains
Alongside FedEx participation in the 2023 APEC Summit, FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam shared his thoughts on smart supply chains and how trade supports small businesses around the world in the 2023 APEC CEO Summit Journal.
Trade
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, and we believe everyone benefits when it is easier to bring new products and ideas to the global market.Â
Aviation
FedEx operates the world’s largest full-service, all-cargo airline, and the company is a longstanding, consistent advocate for global trade policy and Open Skies agreements.
Surface transportation
FedEx supports transportation policies that will fund and improve surface and air transportation infrastructure. The United States needs modern, 21st century infrastructure to seamlessly and safely deliver goods and services to consumers. FedEx supports the proposal to increase the national standard for twin trailers from the existing 28 feet to 33 feet.Â
Innovation and technology
FedEx sees benefits of next-generation innovation for our team members and operations, including computer-assisted vehicles, artificial intelligence, robotics and drones. We support efforts to modernize federal laws and regulations that encourage advances in transportation technology.
Tax and economic policy
FedEx has long supported tax policy efforts which offer pro-growth, pro-business solutions that will power the economy, increase business investment and expand job opportunities.
Sustainability
FedEx is committed to a driving a more sustainable future, and we are working toward a bold goal of carbon neutral global operations by 2040. FedEx has long been an advocate for energy security and incorporating innovative, more efficient technologies into our network.Â
Workforce
FedEx is committed to providing a safe, diverse, and rewarding environment for all our employees. We strive to create a workplace that inspires, empowers, and attracts inclusive, customer-focused individuals and encourages personal and professional growth in building a career with FedEx.Â
Additional policy topics
Learn more about policy topics from postal reform to regulated and specialty shipments. While there is a broad array of matters facing the company and economy, our guidepost is steady: FedEx supports policies that promote the interests of our customers, team members, investors and business.
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