Airline Stocks Rebound as Industry Outlook Stabilizes
Airline stocks surged Tuesday as improving fundamentals cut through early-year turbulence. United Airlines (UAL), Delta (DAL), and American Airlines (AAL) led gains alongside the US Global Jets ETF (JETS), erasing year-to-date losses after a CPI report showed airfares rising 4% in July.
Jet fuel costs have moderated since August began, providing relief after trade tensions and consumer uncertainty pressured margins. The International Air Transport Association's revised profit forecast signals renewed confidence, though Spirit Airlines (FLYY) continues struggling with weak leisure travel demand post-bankruptcy.