Is United Out of the Doghouse?

United Airlines (UAL) began 2018 with a series of public relations snafus, putting the major airline name “in the doghouse from the market’s perspective” according to senior analyst Jamie Baker of J.P. Morgan Chase. Investors also feared the potential for a fare war triggered by the carrier’s growth plan, adding to uncertainty. Those troubles could … Continued

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Will United’s Two-Lane Process Streamline Boarding?

In an attempt to alleviate congestion at the gate, United Airlines (UAL) has rolled out a nation-wide upgrade to its boarding process this month. This system has been in effect at the Los Angeles International Airport since February. The previous five-lane setup has been replaced with is simplified color-coded, two-lane gate layout. Some customers find … Continued

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Economic Growth Forecasts a Potentially Strong Year for Airlines

Economic Growth Forecasts a Potentially Strong Year for Airlines

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) anticipates that, in 2018, worldwide air passenger numbers will grow to 4.3 billion as a result of global economic growth and improved security. Additionally, ecommerce has benefited air freight demand, according to Zacks, despite tensions surrounding a trade war being high. The U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS) provides investors … Continued

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Invest In Holiday Travel with This Airline ETF

Americans across the country hit the road and took to the skies to visit family for Independence Day. AAA estimated that a record-setting 46.9 million people across the U.S. traveled 50 miles or more during the holiday weekend. Of those, 39.7 drove while 3.8 million flew. The transportation, lodging, hotel, restaurant, food and retail industries … Continued

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Airline ETF Uplifted by Delta Air Lines Earnings

Delta Air Lines (DAL) beat forecasts by a nickel, posting earnings at $1.77 per share in the second quarter, reports ETF Trends. Its second quarter revenue of $11.78 billion also exceeded the $11.73 billion consensus estimate. While the margin was not wide, this outperformance came despite numerous setbacks, like rising fuel prices. The U.S. Global … Continued

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Improving Fundamentals Could Have Airlines Flying Higher

Although airlines underperformed in the beginning of 2018, improving fundamental factors, like lowering oil prices and the improving U.S. economy, may encourage both business and leisure travel. The airline sector shows relatively cheap valuations and improved dividend-yield growth according to ETF Trends. The U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS) is the only ETF dedicated exclusively to … Continued

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