FedEx is a component in the category of cyclical stocks, which also includes railroad carriers and aviation stocks like CSX and Boeing, that serve as indicators for economic improvement in the shipping and transportation industry.

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While true audiophiles will always prefer to purchase each individual component from a manufacturer known for excellence in a given category, the simplicity of purchasing and using an all-in-one system is attractive.

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