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  • Disagreeing With Analyst Downgrade on US Airways

    By Mark Holder - June 11, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, UAL, LCC

    Even with a fundamental shift in the airline sector, analysts are quick to downgrade US Airways Group (NYSE: LCC) at market low earnings multiples. Sure the airline industry has historically struggled to make profits, but the recent consolidation provides hopes for a liberated industry.

    The company operates more than 3,100 flights per day and serves 198 communities around the globe. US Airways expects to close the merger with AMR more »

  • Airline Hubs That Have To Die

    By Alexander MacLennan - June 10, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, UAL, LCC

    About 40 minutes from where I live is the Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). Once a thriving Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) hub, CVG has become a shell of its former self. What was once three terminals was consolidated into a single terminal a few years ago as passenger traffic through Cincinnati has fallen. But CVG is not alone in seeing airline hub rebalancing, other airports and municipalities have more »

  • When Consumers' Losses Are Shareholders' Gains

    By Alexander MacLennan - June 4, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, UAL, LCC

    In April, United Continental (NYSE: UAL) increased the infamous change fee by $50 from $150 to $200, a move quickly matched by US Airways (NYSE: LCC). By early May, American Airlines (NASDAQOTH: AAMRQ.PK) and Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) had joined the change fee party and bumped their fees by $50 as well.

    Why would airlines think they can get away with this move almost universally detested by passengers? Well more »

  • This Airline Company Is Worth Buying

    By Ranu Devi - June 3, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, LUV

    Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has always been admired as the largest low-cost carrier in the United States. Even during times of economic weakness and rising fuel costs, the airline reported profits. In fact, as of June 2012, it has a record of 40 consecutive years of profitable operations. But these aren’t the only points to consider. Investors should look at the following factors which make this company more attractive more »

  • Comparing Legacy Airlines

    By Alexander MacLennan - May 29, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, UAL, LCC

    It is no secret that the airline industry is a turbulent one. The highs have seen airline shareholders reap great returns for buying shares near the bottom while the lows have wiped out common stock as the airline files for bankruptcy. However, a more stable airline industry is emerging as carriers slash capacity and mergers reduce competition and recognize economies of scale.

    The term “legacy airline” is not usually given more »

  • Can Delta Air Lines Really Return $1 Billion to Shareholders

    By Mark Holder - May 28, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, UAL, LCC

    One of the biggest surprises this month had to be the announcement by Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) that it planned to return as much as $1 billion to shareholders over the next three years. How could it be possible that one of the worst industries around is now able to return cash to shareholders?

    The airline sector has seen a major shift towards profitability after the financial crisis forced more »

  • The Positive Beat Continues for the Airlines

    By Mark Holder - April 27, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, LCC

    Only a month ago this article theorized that airlines might finally be investable. Fortunately both Delta Airlines (NYSE: DAL) and US Airways Group (NYSE: LCC) obliged the theory by reporting strong Q1 earnings. A quarter that is typically the weakest actually turned solidly profitable for two of the market leaders. In fact, Delta claimed the highest profit in over a decade.

    Unless new competition comes out of left field or more »

  • I Was Wrong About American Airlines

    By Alexander MacLennan - April 18, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, UAL, LCC

    Back in August of last year, I laid out the case against buying the stock of bankrupt American Airlines (NASDAQOTH: AAMRQ.PK) as part of a larger analysis of the airline industry. Since then, American’s shares have surged in value as the airline beat the odds and managed to extract a sliver of shareholder value from the bankruptcy. However, the story of American Airlines' recovery of shareholder value is as more »

  • I Was Wrong About American Airlines

    By Alexander MacLennan - April 16, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, UAL, LCC

    Back in August of last year, I laid out the case against buying the stock of bankrupt American Airlines (NASDAQOTH: AAMRQ.PK) as part of a larger analysis of the airline industry. Since then, American’s shares have surged in value as the airline has beat the odds and managed to extract a sliver of shareholder value from the bankruptcy. However, the story of American Airlines recovery of shareholder value is more »

  • Time To Invest In This Restructuring?

    By Mike Thiessen - April 12, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, LUV, LCC

    Now that the judge charged with overseeing the company's bankruptcy proceedings has approved the merger between American Airlines parent AMR Group (NASDAQOTH: AAMRQ.PK) and US Airways (NYSE: LCC), the deal appears far more likely to conclude successfully. This could have major implications for investors in the airline space; however, this merger is not yet a done deal.

    There are a number of procedural hurdles that stand in its way more »

  • The Best-Run Airline Is Still Cheap

    By Matthew Frankel - April 10, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, LUV, LCC

    Most of the news involving the airlines lately has centered on the merger of American Airlines (NASDAQOTH: AAMRQ.PK) and US Airways Group (NYSE: LCC), which will create the world’s biggest airline when the deal is complete. The other airline-related news recently has been about how frustrated customers are getting with the airlines; more passengers are getting bumped off of flights, there seem to be new fees every few months more »

  • The Best-Run Airline Is Still Cheap

    By Matthew Frankel - April 8, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, LUV, LCC

    Most of the news involving the airlines lately has centered on the merger of American Airlines (NASDAQOTH: AAMRQ.PK) and US Airways Group (NYSE: LCC), which will create the world’s biggest airline when the deal is complete.  The other airline-related news recently has been about how frustrated customers are getting with the airlines; more passengers are getting bumped off of flights, there seems to be new fees every few months more »

  • The Rules Girl: Five Rules of Investing

    By Kelly Whiting - March 11, 2013 | Tickers: AMZN, AAMRQ.PK, BBRY, CCL, CMG, GILD, LEN, NFLX, PNRA, SWHC

    When I was in my mid 20’s there was a popular dating book called The Rules. My bestie was a BIG fan. After another one of our relationships went sour, she loved to reference that book and muse over which rule had been violated. Luckily we outgrew that! But, I like to think that it gave me the foundation for my own personal “Rules” of Investing.

    Rule #1 Stick more »

  • This Airliner Could Continue to Outperform

    By Piyush Arora - March 6, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, ZNH, DAL, LUV, LCC

    Thanks to rising disposable income and recovering global economies, investing in airlines has again become a profitable affair. Yes, there are growth stocks in the industry, but Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) seems like a value play. Over the last year, its shares have appreciated by nearly 35%, yet the company still seems to be gaining ground. Analysts estimate that its annual EPS will grow by over 21% for the next more »

  • Airline Merger: Don't Get (too) Carried Away

    By Piyush Arora - February 20, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, LUV, UAL, LCC

    Airlines around the globe are reporting record load factors. Some airliners are even reporting record earnings. This is mainly due to recovering major economies coupled with rising disposable incomes, which have bolstered both business and leisure travel. This will certainly allow airliners to drop unprofitable routes and increase the frequency on high margin, busy routes. Or maybe even expand!

    Transforming into a Giant!

    US Airways (NYSE: LCC) recently announced that more »

  • Worthy Of Some Love

    By Diane Alter - January 31, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, LUV, UAL, LCC

    Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) just reported less than stellar fourth quarter earnings as the company was plagued by rising fuel, labor, and maintenance costs.

    But, for all of 2012, the Dallas, Texas-based company earned $421 million, up from $178 million earned in the prior year. The gain marked Southwest’s  40th consecutive year of profitability in its nearly 42 years in operation.

    On the significant milestone, Chairman and CEO more »

  • Can American Airlines Be Revived?

    By Mike Thiessen - January 28, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, LUV, LCC

    In a deal that reflects the gloomy state of the North American airline industry, Tempe, Arizona-based US Airways Group (NYSE: LCC) has laid out a concrete proposal to purchase Fort Worth-based American Airlines (NasdaqOTH: AAMRQ) out of bankruptcy. The all-stock deal would create a new airline with a market capitalization of roughly $8.5 billion and an intrinsic value of at least $15 billion. By comparison, Delta Airlines's (NYSE: DALmore »)

  • Is 2013 going to be the 'Year of the Airlines'?

    By Masam Abbas - January 21, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, LUV, UAL, LCC

    The earnings season is on the go and the airline industry will "inaugurate" its earnings season by breaking the 4Q earnings of Delta Airlines (NYSE: DAL) on Jan. 22. Along with the earnings season, many people seem confused about the 2013 outlook for the airline industry.

    The Street seems extremely optimistic. Barclays believes that there is still room for another 20% capital appreciation in 2013 despite 11% gains in the more »

  • A Tale of Turbulence

    By Kyle Vaughan - January 14, 2013 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, DAL, SPR, BA, UAL, LCC

    Risk will always be a part of investing. One can take large risks by diving deep into emerging markets but balance this by securing a nice stake in a blue-chip company. The common factor? Both types of investments have high profit potential. Temptation lures people to take risks, especially when you see an opportunity every time you look to the skies. The airline industry is talked about often, is a more »

  • Has AMR's Deal Been Priced-In

    By Masam Abbas - December 31, 2012 | Tickers: AAMRQ.PK, LCC

    The news of a potential merger between the US Airways (NYSE: LCC) and AMR (NASDAQOTH: AAMRQ) has been in the air for quite some time. Time and again, US Air’s stock witnesses volatility, whenever news regarding the potential merger hits the market. In two days, three bits of news have made it to the headlines:

    December 19: American Airlines parent AMR and US Airways appear to be close to more »

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