FedEx is getting more upbeat about the year, despite surging fuel costs

Friday is the first day of spring. It is also the first “triple-witching” options expiration during what has already been a busy year for markets.

The move comes as officials work to severely diminish the Education Department, which oversees the $1.7 trillion student-loan portfolio

FedEx posted strong fiscal third quarter results on Thursday and raised its guidance following a strong performance.

A breakout of oil prices in Asia has left analysts debating whether U.S. crude could see further upside.