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Amazon Expands LTL Freight, Weighs on Saia, Old Dominion, FedEx

Amazon (AMZN) announced a significant expansion of its less-than-truckload (LTL) freight business across the United States, sparking competitive concerns and driving shares of Saia and Old Dominion down about 7% and FedEx Freight down about 6% in premarket trading.

June 10, 2026
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Source: InvestorsHub
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Key Numbers

Saia decline
7%
Old Dominion decline
7%
FedEx Freight decline
6%

Shares of Saia (SAIA), Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL), and FedEx Freight (FDXF) came under pressure in premarket trading after Amazon (AMZN) unveiled a major expansion of its less-than-truckload (LTL) freight business nationwide.

Details of the Move

Saia and Old Dominion shares fell approximately 7%, while FedEx Freight declined around 6%, as investors assessed the competitive implications of Amazon’s deeper push into freight transportation.

Potential Reasons

Amazon’s LTL expansion follows years of building its in-house logistics capabilities. This move directly threatens traditional freight carriers that have dominated the market, especially given Amazon’s vast distribution network and ability to offer competitive pricing.

Context

The LTL sector has faced pressure recently due to slowing demand and rising costs. Amazon’s entry adds another layer of competitive pressure on existing players.

Similar Moves in the Sector

Previously, Amazon’s logistics moves have impacted shares of companies like FedEx and UPS, but this time it specifically targets the LTL segment, a significant market niche.

Frequently Asked Questions

LTL shipping is a freight service for small shipments that do not fill an entire truck, combining multiple shipments in one truck to reduce costs.

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