Why Delta and United are pulling away from the airline pack
Publishing timestamp: 2025-07-18 14:55:22
Summary
U.S. airlines are facing challenges due to oversupply of flights and weaker demand. Delta and United are performing better than others due to their focus on premium travel and international trips. The industry is struggling with thin margins and falling airfares. Airlines are looking for new ways to generate revenue, such as segmentation and premium services. Delta and United have trimmed their 2025 outlooks, while Southwest is the only major U.S. airline with a stock that is up this year.
Sentiment: MIXED
Tickers: UAL, LUV, ALK, AXP, AAL, DAL,
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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/18/delta-air-lines-united-airlines.html