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Considering investing in shipping stocks? While the best shipping stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals, we've identified some shipping stocks that are worth keeping an eye on in the freight sector. Keep reading to learn more about shipping stocks and how to start investing.<\/p>\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n

10 popular shipping stocks to watch<\/h3>\n\n

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the freight industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
Best stock<\/th>\n 1-year return<\/strong><\/th>\n Market cap<\/strong><\/th>\n Exchange<\/strong><\/th>\n Volume<\/strong><\/th>\n Buy on Questrade<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Expeditors International of Washington (EXPD.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>42.63%Expeditors International of Washington's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $21.1 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 1,070,521<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
FedEx Corporation (FDX.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>43.43%FedEx Corporation's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $77.8 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 2,346,951<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
CH Robinson Worldwide (CHRW.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>99.12%CH Robinson Worldwide's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $22.4 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NASDAQ<\/td>\n 1,073,908<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Hub Group (HUBG.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>31.52%Hub Group's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $2.7 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NASDAQ<\/td>\n 420,420<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
United Parcel Service (UPS.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>6.81%United Parcel Service's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $92.5 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 5,428,224<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
XPO Logistics (XPO.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>61.69%XPO Logistics's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $25.9 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 1,370,127<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Radiant Logistics (RLGT.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>50.25%Radiant Logistics's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $427.1 million (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n AMEX<\/td>\n 123,163<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Teekay Tankers (TNK.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>75.36%Teekay Tankers's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $2.6 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 575,488<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
TFI International (TFII.TO)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>75.07%TFI International's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 20, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $16.7 billion (CAD)\n \n<\/td>\n Toronto Stock Exchange<\/td>\n 202,078<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Canadian National Railway (CNR.TO)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>15.75%Canadian National Railway's 1-year return based on the closing price as of June 23, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $96.9 billion (CAD)\n \n<\/td>\n Toronto Stock Exchange<\/td>\n 2,864,837<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nThe values in this table are accurate as of the market close on June 21, 2026, or the most recent data available. Volume refers to the number of shares traded during the day.<\/small>\n\n \n \n \n \n\n

What to look for when investing in shipping stock<\/h3>\n\n

The freight industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering shipping stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.<\/p>\n\n

Also keep in mind that, while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look for stocks to offer steadier gains over time.<\/p>\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n

How to invest in shipping stock<\/h3>\n
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  1. Research the freight industry.<\/strong> Before investing, learn about the shipping stock sector, its trends and the companies within it. Look at each company's financial health, potential for growth and past performance to identify stocks that fit your investment goals.<\/li>\n
  2. Choose a stock trading platform.<\/strong> Compare trading fees, access to trading tools and user interface options. We've identified reliable trading platforms to help narrow down your options below or check out the best stock trading apps in Canada<\/a> to find one that suits your needs.<\/li>\n
  3. Open and fund your account.<\/strong> Sign up with your personal details and link a bank account or funding method to deposit money before you start trading.<\/li>\n
  4. Select the shipping stock(s) to buy.<\/strong> Search by company name or ticker symbol, like EXPD or FDX. Compare key metrics such as market cap, price history and earnings per share to pick the best stock for your strategy.<\/li>\n
  5. Buy the stock and monitor performance.<\/strong> Place your order to buy the stock and track its performance over time. Consider setting alerts, signing up for industry newsletters or using platform research tools to stay up to date on market changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

    Our top picks for where to buy shipping stocks<\/h3>\n <\/a>\n \n\n