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    Find out how a cyber attack and rising costs are shaking up the airline industry and impacting your investments.
    News MonitorBy News MonitorJuly 20, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read
    A collection of various airline in-flight magazines showcasing different airline brands.
    A collection of in-flight magazines from various airlines highlights industry challenges amidst budget carrier turbulence.

    Airline stocks are taking a nosedive, and if you’re invested in budget carriers, you might be feeling the turbulence. A combo of cyber outages, skyrocketing operational costs, and a shaky market is shaking up the airline industry. Let’s break it down and see how this could impact your portfolio.

    The Immediate Impact: Cyber Outage Hits Hard

    A widespread cyber outage has thrown a wrench into the gears of the airline industry, causing chaos with flight operations, check-ins, and passenger services. The result? A steep drop in stock prices for big players like United Airlines, American Airlines Group, and Delta Air Lines.

    United Airlines took a 6% hit, while American Airlines Group and Delta Air Lines weren’t far behind. This immediate effect is just the beginning.

    Operational and Financial Pressures: The Bigger Picture

    But guess what? The cyber outage is just the tip of the iceberg. Airlines are dealing with a slew of operational and financial nightmares:

    • Soaring Oil Prices: Oil prices have leaped from $55 per barrel pre-pandemic to $80 now, slicing into profit margins.
    • Pilot and Crew Shortages: The industry is grappling with a shortage of pilots and crews, driving up wages.
    • Maintenance Costs: Escalating maintenance and operational expenses are adding fuel to the fire.

    The dichotomy between booming travel numbers and lackluster airline stock performance can be attributed to several challenges facing the industry.

    Lauren Smith, Performance Analyst at Marquette Associates

    Market Performance: The Broad Strokes

    It’s not just airlines—the entire market is wobbling. Here’s the lowdown:

    • S&P 500: Up 0.1% on Friday, after a steep midweek dive.
    • Nasdaq: A 0.2% bump on Friday, but still licking its wounds from hefty weekly losses.
    • Dow Jones: Down 0.5%, shedding 195 points by 9:40 am Eastern time on Friday.

    Budget Carriers: The Hardest Hit

    It’s clear: budget carriers are feeling the brunt. Friday’s downgrades led to severe losses across the board, shedding light on a trend that’s pulling these airlines into a nosedive.

    Despite high travel volumes, smaller, budget airlines are also hitting turbulence. United Airlines did manage a 3.3% gain after a steep drop, but American Airlines Group slipped by 0.8%, and Delta Air Lines fell 1.4%, largely due to the cyber outage and profit concerns.

    Detailed Airline Performance Metrics

    Parameter Value
    Delta Air Lines Profit $2.01 per share, down 29% year-over-year
    Delta Air Lines Revenue $16.7 billion, up 7% year-over-year
    Delta Air Lines Earnings Guidance Q3: $1.70 to $2.00 per share, full-year: $6 to $7 per share
    Delta Air Lines Stock Price $43.07 per share, down 8% after profit miss
    United Airlines Stock Price 6% decrease on the day
    American Airlines Stock Price 6% decrease on the day
    Southwest Airlines Stock Price 3% decrease on the day
    Alaska Air Stock Price 2% decrease on the day
    United Airlines Passenger Update Expected delays; issued travel plan waiver
    American Airlines Stock Price 0.8% decrease on the day
    Delta Air Lines Stock Price 1.4% decrease on the day
    Reasons for Stock Decline Disappointing profits, fuel costs, ancillary business cost increases, landing fees, and debt reduction.
    Market Index Performance S&P 500: 0.1% higher, Dow Jones: 0.5% down, Nasdaq: 0.2% higher

    Our summary table shows how financial indicators and market trends are adding to the strain on airline stocks. Even with record revenues, spiking fuel costs, ancillary business expenses, higher landing fees, and debt reduction are acting as deadweight.

    Keeping an eagle eye on these market shifts will be crucial for navigating the bumpy air ahead. For the savvy investor, now is the time to buckle up and stay informed.

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