3 Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now and Hold Forever

The article recommends three blue-chip dividend stocks for long-term passive income: Realty Income (O), a REIT with monthly dividends and 31 years of consecutive increases; S&P Global (SPGI), a Dividend King with 53 years of dividend growth and dominant market position in credit ratings; and Aflac (AFL), a specialty insurer with 44 consecutive years of dividend increases and strong growth prospects.

06/23/2026, 1:30 AM • The Motley Fool

FedEx Reports Earnings Tuesday. Is the Delivery Giant a Buy?

FedEx reports fiscal Q4 earnings on Tuesday, June 23, shortly after the Federal Reserve signaled potential rate hikes. The company has shown strong recent performance with 8% revenue growth and 16% EPS growth in Q3, driven by B2B shipping and cost-cutting initiatives. However, the stock has pulled back following the Fed's hawkish stance and Amazon's entry into freight services. Trading at 17x forward earnings with a 1.5% dividend yield, FedEx offers reasonable valuation but limited upside if economic demand softens.

06/20/2026, 4:05 PM • The Motley Fool

C.H. Robinson Worldwide vs. GXO: Which Logistics Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two logistics companies with different business models. C.H. Robinson Worldwide operates as an asset-light freight broker with strong profitability ($587M net income), robust free cash flow ($894.9M), and a healthy balance sheet (0.9x debt-to-equity). GXO Logistics focuses on tech-driven contract logistics with faster revenue growth (12.5% YoY) but struggles with profitability ($32M net income, 0.2% margin) and higher leverage (2.6x debt-to-equity). The author favors C.H. Robinson for its financial stability, operational flexibility, and exposure to improving LTL market pricing.

06/12/2026, 3:03 PM • The Motley Fool

Medline Distribution Center Fire Creates Near-Term Headwind: Analyst

Medline Inc. stock fell 2.53% on Friday following a major fire that destroyed its 1 million-square-foot distribution center in Tracy, California on Thursday. The facility represents 4% of the company's U.S. warehouse space and 3% globally. Analysts expect near-term margin pressure from inventory losses and replenishment costs, though long-term impact should be limited given Medline's scale. The stock decline was also influenced by an FDA warning letter issued last week citing significant manufacturing violations at its Waukegan facility.

06/12/2026, 2:13 PM • Benzinga

Dalfen Industrial Accelerates Southeast Expansion with Fort Lauderdale Portfolio Acquisition

Dalfen Industrial acquired a nine-building industrial portfolio totaling 419,253 square feet in Broward County, Florida for 55% of replacement cost. The portfolio is 83% leased to tenants including FedEx and other major operators, and is strategically positioned near Interstate 95, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. This acquisition brings Dalfen's total Southeast holdings to 11 million square feet.

06/10/2026, 11:48 AM • Benzinga

3 Dividend Stocks Built to Last a Lifetime and Pay You the Whole Way

The article highlights three dividend stocks with strong long-term potential: Realty Income (O) offers a 5.4% yield with 29 years of consecutive dividend increases; J.M. Smucker (SJM) provides a 4.4% yield supported by strong coffee sales and 29 years of payout hikes; and PepsiCo (PEP) yields 4% with 54 consecutive years of dividend increases and recent sales growth of 8% year-over-year. All three stocks are positioned for continued dividend growth and long-term stability.

06/05/2026, 4:15 AM • The Motley Fool

FedEx Unboxes Billions in Post-Spinoff Value

FedEx completed the spin-off of its less-than-truckload (LTL) division on June 1, 2026, creating independent FedEx Freight. The separation provides FedEx Corp. with a $4.1 billion cash dividend and eliminates the sum-of-the-parts discount, positioning the streamlined express business for margin expansion and premium valuations. FedEx retains a 19.9% stake in FDXF for debt reduction, with leadership realigned for focused execution.

06/03/2026, 4:37 PM • Investing

Maryland Blockchain Association Adds Five High-Profile Speakers to 2026 Summer Conference, Including Bermuda’s Premier and a Blockchain Co-Inventor

The Maryland Blockchain Association announced five additional speakers for its 2026 Summer Conference (July 13-17) at Capitol Technology University, including Bermuda's Premier E. David Burt, blockchain co-inventor Dr. W. Scott Stornetta, FedEx's Dale Chrystie, entrepreneur Michael Terpin, and Maryland State Senator Dr. Ron Watson. The five-day event aims to upskill over 500 students and professionals in blockchain, AI, and digital asset topics.

06/03/2026, 1:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

S&P 500 Halts Gains As Oil Jumps 8% On Iran Ceasefire Standoff: Stock Market Today

Crude oil surged nearly 8% to its best day since April following U.S.-Iran military escalation, causing Treasury yields to rise and stalling the S&P 500's record run. The benchmark held flat while energy stocks led gains and software/AI stocks rallied on Nvidia's RTX Spark announcement. FedEx plunged 18.5% due to a mechanical spin-off, while MGM Resorts jumped 15.2% on an IAC takeover bid.

06/01/2026, 1:06 PM • Benzinga

FedEx-Led $9 Billion Buyout Offer Window For Polish Parcel Firm InPost Opens May-End

A FedEx-led consortium has launched a €7.8 billion ($9.06 billion) acquisition proposal for Polish parcel locker firm InPost. The all-cash tender offer runs from May 26 to July 27 and requires 80% shareholder approval. FedEx will hold a 37% stake in the consortium alongside Advent, A&R, and PPF. Regulatory approvals have been obtained in multiple countries, with European Commission and Vietnam reviews expected in the second half of 2026. The acquisition aims to expand FedEx's European presence and establish a parcel locker powerhouse.

05/22/2026, 3:02 AM • Benzinga

FedEx-Led $9 Billion Buyout Offer Window For Polish Parcel Firm InPost Opens May-End

A FedEx-led consortium has launched a €7.8 billion ($9.06 billion) acquisition proposal for Polish parcel locker firm InPost. The all-cash tender offer runs from May 26 to July 27, requiring 80% shareholder approval. FedEx will hold 37% of the consortium alongside Advent (37%), A&R (16%), and PPF (10%). Regulatory approvals have been obtained in multiple countries, with European Commission and Vietnam reviews expected in H2 2026. The deal aims to expand FedEx's European logistics presence.

05/22/2026, 3:02 AM • Benzinga

Amazon's Next Gold Mine Is Worth $1.3 Trillion: Transport Stocks Begin Paying For It

Amazon launched Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS), opening its logistics network to third-party customers and targeting the $1.3 trillion 3PL market. Bank of America warns this represents a structural threat to transportation stocks, with UPS and FedEx falling ~9% as the market prices in competition from Amazon's logistics capabilities and asset-light brokers facing automation risks.

05/05/2026, 1:45 PM • Benzinga

Amazon Weaponizes Logistics, Triggering Sector-Wide Selloff

Amazon launched Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS), opening its logistics infrastructure to external businesses. This move triggered immediate selloffs in legacy carrier stocks, with UPS and FedEx dropping over 10%. Amazon's structural advantages in labor costs, automation, and scale position it as a formidable competitor in the multi-trillion-dollar logistics market, mirroring its AWS monetization strategy.

05/05/2026, 11:17 AM • Investing

Stock Market Today: Oil Jumps 5%, S&P 500 Drops As Iran Strikes UAE Port

U.S. stocks fell Monday as an Iranian drone strike on a UAE oil facility sent Brent crude above $114 a barrel, raising inflation concerns and expectations of a potential Fed rate hike by March 2027. The S&P 500 dropped 0.5%, the Dow fell 1.0%, and the Nasdaq 100 declined 0.7%. Energy stocks rallied while transportation, logistics, and rate-sensitive sectors suffered significant losses. Defense stocks gained on Pentagon spending narratives, while software and crypto-related equities found strength.

05/04/2026, 1:34 PM • Benzinga

FedEx Workers in Fort McMurray Win Their Union, Join Teamsters

Approximately 50 workers at FedEx Express in Fort McMurray have successfully unionized with Teamsters Local Union 362 after winning a legal battle with the Canada Industrial Relations Board. FedEx had attempted to exclude temporary workers from union membership, arguing they were not entitled to join alongside Canadian citizens. The certified unit includes roughly 30 temporary workers. FedEx couriers earn approximately $3 less per hour than unionized counterparts at UPS and Purolator, and lack employer-funded pensions and living allowances available to competitors.

05/02/2026, 5:23 PM • GlobeNewswire