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  • Early Morning Vibes: 4 Stocks We Like for Monday…

    Early Morning Vibes: 4 Stocks We Like for Monday…

    The American stock markets could not be fired ahead last week. The results were limited and as you can see on the graph below, the S&P 500 continued to stabilize at around 3900 points. On Friday, the broad-based index closed 0.19% lower at 3,906 points and the Nasdaq was up 0.07% the day at 13,874 points.

    Investors are clearly waiting for new impulses but are also awaiting developments in the bond markets. Inflation expectations are increasing rapidly, and interest rates are also rising. The market now seems somewhat concerned that central banks will have to reduce the support measures or even raise interest rates sooner than expected. Finance minister Janet Yellen, however, said on Friday that governments must come up with a large package of support to revive economic growth.

    Currently, futures in New York are up to 1 percent lower. The European stock markets are also following the red figures. The decline again appears to be a direct result of rising interest rates. Furthermore, China yesterday asked the US to lift tariffs and other trade sanctions. China’s Foreign Minister continues to push for better US-China partnerships on technological progress. It remains to be seen how Joe Biden will react to the proposal, after his predecessor Trump just imposed strict measures.

    Meanwhile, Gold prices have been under pressure for several weeks, but on Friday even the support seemed to break at $ 1,764 (bottom November 30). However, the fear of rising interest rates is positive for gold and the price recovered. But watch out; higher interest rates are not good for gold, but the turmoil in the markets is. This morning, the gold price is at least 0.51% higher at $ 1792, but the danger is not over yet. The gold price is in a downward trend channel. A break above the last market stop at around $ 1,860 is necessary for technical improvement.

    Today Top Movers‎‎

    ‎Xcel Brands Inc. (XELB), an apparel manufacturing company, rose about 44.91% at ‎‎$2.92 in pre-market trading Monday.‎‎‎ ‎

    ‎China SXT Pharmaceuticals Inc. (SXTC) stock soared 280.89% to $2.99 in the pre-market trading. The company recently declared that a 1 for 4 reverse split of its ordinary shares was approved by the Company’s board of directors on January 23, 2021 and is expected to become effective on February 19, 2021.‎‎ ‎

    ‎ReTo Eco-Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: RETO) shares are trading up 116.1% at $2.55 at the time of writing. ‎‎ ‎

    ‎RealNetworks Inc. (RNWK) grew over 12.68% at $4.0 in pre-market trading today.‎

    Top Upgrades & Downgrades

    KeyBanc turned bullish on AvalonBay Communities Inc. (AVB), upgrading the stock to “Overweight” and assigning a $200.0 price target, representing a potential downside of 12.25% from Friday’s close. 

    Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) has won the favor of JPMorgan’s equity research team. The firm upgraded the shares from Neutral to Overweight and moved their price target to $67. 

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) received an upgrade from analysts at Deutsche Bank, who also set their one-year price target on the stock to $21. They changed their rating on JBLU to Buy from Hold in a recently issued research note.

    Earlier Monday KeyBanc reduced its rating on Camden Property Trust (CPT) stock to Sector Weight from Overweight. 

    Kansas City Capital analysts reduced their investment ratings, saying in research reports covered by the media that it’s rating for Valmont Industries Inc. (VMI) has been changed to Perform from Outperform. 

    Analysts at RBC Capital downgraded AngloGold Ashanti Limited (AU)’s stock to Sector Perform from Outperform Monday.

    Latest Insider Activity

    Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) Director THIEL PETER announced the sale of shares taking place on Feb 18 at $25.23 for some 20,003,915 shares. The total came to more than $504.78 million. 

    Tesla Inc. (TSLA) Chief Financial Officer Kirkhorn Zachary sold on Feb 17 a total of 55,007 shares at $778.17 on average. The insider’s sale generated proceeds of almost $0.97 million. 

    Onconova Therapeutics Inc. (ONTX) SVP Corp Dev & Gen Counsel OLER ABRAHAM N. declared the purchase of shares taking place on Feb 16 at $1.00 for some 12,000 shares. The transaction amount was around $12000.0. 

    JMP Group LLC (JMP) Possible Member of 10% Group WEDBUSH SECURITIES INC bought on Feb 11 a total of 2,019,000 shares at $4.74 on average. The purchase cost the insider an estimated $920.

    Important Earnings

    Top US earnings releases scheduled for today include Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE: MRO). It will announce its Dec 2020 financial results. The company is expected to report earnings of -$0.2 per share from revenues of $838.05M in the three-month period. 

    Analysts expect Occidental Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: OXY) to report a net income (adjusted) of -$0.59 per share when the company releases its quarterly results shortly. Revenue for the fiscal quarter ended Dec 2020 is predicted to come in at $4.37B. 

    Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. (IVR), due to announce earnings after the market closes today, is expected to report earnings of $0.06 per share from revenues of $29.16M recently concluded three-month period.

  • How Do New Coronavirus Strains Impact Airline Stocks?

    How Do New Coronavirus Strains Impact Airline Stocks?

    Airlines stocks dropped Monday as more than two dozen nations restricted travel because of ‎the highly contagious ‎mutation of Covid-19 discovered in the U.K. and South Africa. British ‎officials sounded the alarm over what they ‎claimed was a quick-spreading strain of the virus ‎after discovering it in the U.K. Several countries have banned ‎flights from the U.K. or ‎travelers who visited that country. On Sunday, the Canadian government announced that ‎it ‎would suspend passenger flights from the United Kingdom for 72 hours.‎

    ‎ This ban just came ahead of the peak holiday season. As a result of the pandemic, U.S. ‎carriers burn more than ‎‎$180 million in cash daily, as passenger volumes are down roughly ‎‎70% from a year earlier.‎

    As a result of the new strain, said to be 70% more transmissible than the original, several ‎countries have suspended ‎Britain’s flights.

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    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) shares were trading down -2.48% at $16.10 at ‎the time of writing on Monday.‎

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) share price went from a low point around ‎‎$8.25 to briefly over $30.78 in past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $16.10. AAL market cap has ‎remained high, hitting $9.91B at the time of writing, giving it price-to-sales ratio of more than 0.‎

    If we look at the recent analyst rating AAL, Deutsche Bank downgraded coverage on ‎‎AAL shares with a Hold rating and a $11.36 price target, which implies room for -4.74% ‎downside momentum this year.‎

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (ALK) last closed at $50.22, in a 52-week range of $20.02 to $69.63. ‎The company recently added more ‘sun and fun’ destinations from Anchorage. Analysts have a consensus price ‎target of $54.87.‎

    Azul S.A. (AZUL) stock drop by -4.49% to $21.46. On December 8, 2020, the company ‎declared its preliminary traffic results for November 2020. The most recent rating by Raymond James, on ‎December 10, 2020, is at a Mkt perform.‎

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE:DAL) Shares headed falling, lower as much as -1.33%. The most ‎recent rating by Deutsche Bank, on December 11, 2020, is at a Hold.‎

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE:GOL) fall -6.12% after losing more than -$0.61 on ‎Monday after reporting that its subsidiary GOL Finance priced a private placement of US$200,000,000 ‎‎(approximately R$1,018,000,000) aggregate principal amount of 8.00% Senior Secured Notes due 2026. GOL ‎Finance Prices US$200 million of 8% Senior Secured Notes due 2026.‎

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (HA) last closed at $18.02, in a 52-week range of $7.55 to $31.11. ‎The company on December 16, 2020 published its inaugural Corporate Kuleana Report outlining progress ‎advancing a host of environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. Analysts have a consensus price target ‎of $15.13.

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) stock drop by -0.77% to $14.24. The airline recently ‎revealed a new seamless testing and verification procedure for customers traveling to Aruba as the airline, the ‎Aruban government, CommonPass, and the airline’s at-home testing partner, Vault, set plans to work together to ‎streamline travel. The most recent rating by JP Morgan, on December 16, 2020, is at an Underweight.

    Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) Shares headed falling, lower as much as -0.50%. The ‎most recent rating by Deutsche Bank, on December 11, 2020, is at a Hold.

    ‎Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE:SAVE) fall -1.97% after losing more than -$0.51 on Monday.

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (UAL) last closed at $44.06, in a 52-week range of $17.80 to ‎‎$90.57. A Message From Scott Kirby and Brett Hart. Analysts have a consensus price target of $47.00.

  • 12 Airlines Stock You Should Add In Your Portfolio

    12 Airlines Stock You Should Add In Your Portfolio

    Airline Industry has faced many challenges as the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the demand of the travel industry. This year the airline traffic is half as compared to the 2019 traffic due to the travel restrictions across the world. But this industry is finally recovering from the impact of the novel coronavirus. Steadily the demands are increasing. This industry has experienced many hurdles in the previous year as well but the airline industry has changed those challenges into opportunities.

    In the airline sector not only airlines are competing against one another but so are airports. There are various emerging trends that would be helpful for this industry in the coming years. Emerging trends include the utilization of airports, a more paperless and trustworthy system, biometrics and designed security, etc.

    Here are 12 leading airline companies you should keep your eyes on:

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL)

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) shares were trading up 3.18% at $13.15 at the time of writing on Thursday.  American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) share price went from a low point around $8.25 to briefly over $31.67 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $13.15. AAL market cap has remained high, hitting $6.56B at the time of writing, giving it a price-to-sales ratio of more than 0.

    American Airlines Group Inc. (AAL) has disclosed earlier that it has renewed distribution agreement with Sabre Corporation.   If we look at the recent analyst rating AAL, Susquehanna downgraded coverage on AAL shares with a Negative rating and an $11.25 price target, which implies room for -1.9% downside momentum this year.

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL)

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL) stock soar by 4.78% to $37.24. The most recent rating by Barclays, on October 12, 2020, is at an Equal-weight. United Airlines Holdings Inc. (UAL) has announced its winter schedule. United Airlines has added eight new routes and added flight to 19 destinations in Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean. This company’s market capitalization has remained high, hitting $10.86 billion at the time of writing.

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU)

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) shares headed rising, higher as much as 8.97% after JetBlue announced an update on Negotiations with TWU. The most recent rating by JP Morgan, on October 07, 2020, is at an Overweight. JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) has announced it will introduce a new nonstop winter seasonal service to Telluride, Colo. Looking at its liquidity, it has a current ratio of 0.90.

    Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE)

    Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE) rose 9.45% after gaining more than $1.55 on Thursday. Spirit Airlines Unveils All-New Free Spirit® Loyalty Program with the Fastest Way to Earn Rewards and Status. Spirit Airlines Inc. (SAVE) share price went from a low point around $6.61 to briefly over $21.65 in the past 52 weeks. SAVE market cap has remained high, hitting $3.56 Billion at the time of writing.

    Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV)

    Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) last closed at $41.93, in a 52-week range of $22.47 to $58.83. Southwest has announced Third Quarter 2020 Results. Analysts have a consensus price target of $45.47. Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) has moved up 86.65% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -28.73% from its 52-weeks low. Looking at liquidity, it has a current ratio of 1.70. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $24.18 billion at the time of writing.

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK)

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) Shares headed rising, higher as much as 2.27% after Alaska Airlines and Microsoft sign partnership to reduce carbon emissions with flights powered by sustainable aviation fuel in key routes. The most recent rating by Susquehanna, on October 13, 2020, is at a Positive. Alaska Air Group Inc. (ALK) market capitalization has remained high, hitting $4.85 billion at the time of writing.

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL)

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL) last closed at $7.07, in a 52-week range of $1.85 to $19.36. ROSEN, A TRUSTED AND LONGSTANDING LAW FIRM, Reminds Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A. Investors of Important November 10 Deadline in Securities Class Action First Filed by Firm – GOL. Analysts have a consensus price target of $10.70. Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (GOL) has a total market capitalization of $996.23 million at the time of writing.

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: HA)

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: HA) stock soar by 17.56% to $16.40. The most recent rating by Seaport Global Securities, on September 15, 2020, is at a Neutral. Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (HA) has announced its plan that it is scheduled to share its third-quarter 2020 financial results on October 27, 2020.

    Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS)

    Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. (VLRS) stock soar by 5.91% to $9.14. The most recent rating by Goldman, on October 01, 2020, is at a Buy. Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. (VLRS) has announced its 2020 third-quarter result earlier. This company’s total market cap has remained high, hitting $826.90 million at the time of writing.

    Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY)

    Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY) shares headed rising, higher as much as 4.86%. The most recent rating by Raymond James, on September 04, 2020, is at an Outperform. Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY) expects troubled 737 MAX aircraft of Boeing to return to service in the United States in the next month or so, paving the way for the Irish low-cost carrier to start receiving planes in early 2021, a senior executive said on Friday.

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE: DAL)

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE: DAL) last closed at $33.72, in a 52-week range of $17.51 to $62.48. Analysts have a consensus price target of $39.00. Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) has moved up 92.58% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -46.03% from its 52-weeks low. Looking at liquidity, it has a current ratio of 1.30. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $21.42 billion at the time of writing.

    Azul S.A. (NYSE: AZUL)

    Azul S.A. (NYSE: AZUL) rose 3.66% after gaining more than $0.51 on Thursday. Azul S.A. (AZUL) share price went from a low point around $5.30 to briefly over $44.55 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $14.44. AZUL market cap has remained high, hitting $1.61B at the time of writing.

  • Top 18 Airlines Stocks You Should Consider Buying

    Top 18 Airlines Stocks You Should Consider Buying

    The airline industry has experienced a major hit because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Before the pandemic, the airline industry recorded a higher passenger volume but after the pandemic, the industry is facing a new environment where the traveler’s demands are down. The airline industry is using the discounting price strategy to increase its demands.

    The airline industry should get benefits from digital opportunities to navigate this uncertain period and ensure the smooth re-establishment of air travel. This industry is currently striving to attract new customers by adopting new emerging trends.  Here are the top 18 companies which are following new trends to compete in the fast-growing markets.

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL)

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) shares were trading up 0.65% at $13.15 at the time of writing on Thursday. American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) share price went from a low point around $8.25 to briefly over $31.67 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $13.15. AAL market cap has remained high, hitting $6.47B at the time of writing, giving it a price-to-sales ratio of more than 0.

    American Airlines announced Thursday the addition of Douglas M. Steenland to its board of directors. Douglas will also work on the finance and compensation committees of the company. If we look at the recent analyst rating AAL, Berenberg downgraded coverage on AAL shares with a Sell rating and an $11.38 price target, which implies room for -1.77% downside momentum this year.

    Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT)

    Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) last closed at $121.78, in a 52-week range of $60.06 to $183.26. Allegiant Reports September 2020 Traffic. Analysts have a consensus price target of $146.75. Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT) earlier disclosed the private offering and issued $150.0 million in aggregate principal amount of its 8.500% Senior Secured Notes due 2024. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $1.95 billion at the time of writing.

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK)

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) stock soar by 4.35% to $38.63. The most recent rating by Seaport Global Securities, on September 15, 2020, is at a Buy. Sources disclosed that The Boeing Company (BA) is in discussion with Alaska Air Group Inc. (ALK) regarding the purchase of 737 MAX jets once the plane will continue services. Looking at its liquidity, it has a current ratio of 0.80.

    Azul S.A. (NYSE: AZUL)

    Azul S.A. (NYSE: AZUL) Shares headed rising, higher as much as 2.11%. The most recent rating by Goldman, on October 01, 2020, is at a Buy. Azul S.A. (AZUL) revealed in a security filing that one of its Embraer 195 has received certifications fly as an adapted dedicated cargo aircraft, as the company expands its business amid the coronavirus crisis. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $1.57 billion at the time of writing.

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE: DAL)

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) stock soar by 1.65% to $32.68. The most recent rating by Seaport Global Securities, on September 15, 2020, is at a Buy. Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) is scheduled to release the September quarter 2020 financial results on October 13, 2020. Looking at its profitability, it has return on assets, equity, investment of -5.40%, -27.40%, and 19.60%.

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL)

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL) shares headed rising, higher as much as 2.45%. The most recent rating by Goldman, on October 01, 2020, is at a Buy. Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (GOL) has revealed the preliminary traffic figure for the month of September 2020 earlier. The company disclosed that GOL has operated an average of 270 flights per day. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $934.47 million at the time of writing.

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: HA)

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: HA) rose 3.09% after gaining more than $0.41 on Thursday. Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (HA) disclosed that they have decided to offer a pre-travel COVID-19 test to travelers visiting or returning to the Hawaiian Island. It has moved up 80.93% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -56.41% from its 52-weeks low. Looking at its liquidity, it has a current ratio of 0.90.

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU)

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) last closed at $12.75, in a 52-week range of $6.61 to $21.65. Analysts have a consensus price target of $12.71. JetBlue Airways has disclosed that it has partnered with Vault Health to offer COVID-19 testing to customers with a pending travel plan. This company’s market capitalization has remained high, hitting $3.38 billion at the time of writing.

    Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV)

    Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) stock soar by 1.04% to $38.99 after Southwest Airlines Announces New Service to Miami, Palm Springs, and Montrose (Telluride), Colorado, with one-way fares as low as $39. The most recent rating by JP Morgan, on October 07, 2020, is at an Underweight.

    Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY)

    Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY) rose 1.41% after gaining more than $1.23 on Thursday. Ryanair Holdings plc (RYAAY) has revealed that it has planned to get the current order of up to 210 of Boeing’s troubled 737 MAX next year. Looking at its liquidity, it has a current ratio of 0.70. Ryanair had a trading volume of 281.07K as compared to the average volume of 577.65K.

    Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE)

    Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE) last closed at $17.04, in a 52-week range of $7.01 to $47.50. Analysts have a consensus price target of $18.46. Spirit Airlines Inc. (SAVE) announced the resumption of flights from Cap-Haitien International Airport (CAP) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), beginning on Dec. 3. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $1.48 billion at the time of writing.

    SkyWest Inc. (SKYW)

    SkyWest Inc. (SKYW) stock soar by 0.16% to $31.50. The most recent rating by Evercore ISI, on June 05, 2020, is at an In-line. SkyWest Inc. (SKYW) revealed that it and its wholly-owned subsidiary SkyWest Airlines, Inc. have signed a five-year Loan and Guarantee Agreement with the U.S. Treasury Department which provides SkyWest Airlines with a secured term loan facility to borrow up to $573 million under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).

    Mesa Air Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MESA)

    Mesa Air Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MESA) Shares headed rising, higher as much as 11.92% after Mesa Air Group Operates First Revenue Cargo Flight for DHL Express. The most recent rating by Deutsche Bank, on August 11, 2020, is at a Buy.

    Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS)

    Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS) rose 1.29% after gaining more than $0.1 on Thursday. Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. Volaris has earlier announced that it determined that as of June 30, 2020, certain of its non-derivative financial instruments designated as hedging relationships were no longer effective at offsetting the hedged risk.

    China Eastern Airlines Corporation Limited (NYSE: CEA)

    China Eastern Airlines Corporation Limited (NYSE: CEA) rose 3.32% after gaining more than $0.73 on Thursday. China Eastern Airlines Corporation Limited (CEA) share price went from a low point around $15.80 to briefly over $28.50 in past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $22.71. CEA market cap has remained high, hitting $10.87 billion at the time of writing.

    Copa Holdings S.A. (NYSE: CPA)

    Copa Holdings S.A. (NYSE: CPA) last closed at $52.68, in a 52-week range of $24.00 to $116.88. Analysts have a consensus price target of $68.84. Copa Holdings S.A. (CPA) has moved up 119.50% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -54.93% from its 52-weeks low. Looking at its liquidity, it has a current ratio of 1.60. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $2.30 billion.

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL)

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL) Shares headed rising, higher as much as 1.70%. The most recent rating by JP Morgan, on October 07, 2020, is at an Overweight. United Airlines Holdings Inc. share price went from a low point around $17.80 to briefly over $95.16 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $38.00. UAL market cap has remained high, hitting $10.52 B at the time of writing.

    China Southern Airlines Company Limited (NYSE: ZNH)

    China Southern Airlines Company Limited (NYSE: ZNH) last closed at $28.38, in a 52-week range of $18.45 to $35.60. China Southern Airlines Company Limited market capitalization has remained high, hitting $12.25 billion at the time of writing.

     

  • Top 12 Best Airlines Stocks That Can Be A Good Bets

    Top 12 Best Airlines Stocks That Can Be A Good Bets

    The impact of COID-19 on various industries is severe but the airline industry has experienced a major hit because of this pandemic. The airline industry is now using the discounting ticket price strategy to boost demands. This industry is much challenged and in previous years airlines have been able to utilize those challenges and to convert them into profitable opportunities.

    The airline industry is exploring new ways to increase its market shares. The industry is currently adapting the new emerging technologies, continuously evaluating their marketing and operational strategies, and adapting the new market trends to compete in the market and to gain a competitive edge in the fast-growing market where innovation and uniqueness is the only option for survival. If we look at the broader way not only airlines are competing against each other, but the different airports are also competing.

    Here are the 12 top leading airlines companies which are adopting new trends so that they can better encounter obstacles and beat their competitors:

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL)

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) shares were trading down -4.00% at $12.25 at the time of writing on Tuesday. American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) share price went from a low point around $8.25 to briefly over $31.67 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $12.25. AAL market cap has remained high, hitting $5.97B at the time of writing, giving it a price-to-sales ratio of more than 0.

    American Airlines Group Inc. revealed on Friday that it has received a $5.5 billion government loan and could acquire $2 billion more in October depending on how the U.S. Treasury allocates extra funds under a $25 billion loan package for airlines. If we look at the recent analyst rating AAL, Berenberg downgraded coverage on AAL shares with a Sell rating and an $11.31 price target, which implies room for -0.94% downside momentum this year.

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL)

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL) last closed at $34.51, in a 52-week range of $17.80 to $95.16. Analysts have a consensus price target of $40.75. United Airlines Holdings Inc. (UAL) revealed earlier that its pilots voted on Monday to accept a deal that would stop 2,850 furloughs set for Thursday, while thousands of other U.S. airline employees are hoping Congress will expand federal aid to save their jobs. UAL is the first airline that introduced a COVID-19 pilot testing program for travelers. This step is important for the airline to gain a competitive edge.

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE: DAL)

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE: DAL) stock drop by -2.33% to $30.61. The most recent rating by Seaport Global Securities, on September 15, 2020, is at a Buy. Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) has earlier took a major step after the airline has disclosed that it has postponed a decision on whether to furlough pilots until at least Nov. 1, allowing time for the industry and its workers to lobby for additional government assistance.

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU)

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) Shares headed falling, lower as much as -4.44%. The most recent rating by Morgan Stanley, on September 08, 2020, is at an Overweight. JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) has previously revealed that it will deliver some extra cheer to customers by starting the holiday season early in September. JetBlue has also signed a partnership contract with Vault Health to make COVID-19 testing widely available to customers with pending travel plans.

    Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE)

    Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE) fall -3.09% after losing more than -$0.51 on Tuesday. Previously, Spirit Airlines Inc. (SAVE) announced the closing of a private offering of $850 million in principal amount of 8.00% senior secured notes due 2025 offered by two newly formed Spirit subsidiaries. This airline has a market capitalization of $1.38 billion at the time of writing.

    Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV)

    Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) last closed at $37.61, in a 52-week range of $22.47 to $58.83. Analysts have a consensus price target of $43.80.  Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) has disclosed specific goals for increasing diversity in Leadership and continuing its commitment to inclusion. Southwest Airlines has moved up 67.42% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -36.07% from its 52-weeks high.

    Azul S.A. (NYSE: AZUL)

    Azul S.A. (NYSE: AZUL) stock drop by -7.90% to $12.70. The most recent rating by Seaport Global Securities, on September 15, 2020, is at a Neutral. Azul S.A. (AZUL) revealed on late Sunday in a security filing that one of its Embraer E195 has been certified to fly as an adapted dedicated cargo aircraft, as the company diversifies its business amid the coronavirus crisis.

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK)

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) fall -2.32% after losing more than -$0.87 on Tuesday. The nonprofit Alaska Airlines Foundation has awarded $430,000 in LIFT grants to 41 nonprofits in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington. The Foundation has donated $750,000 this year to organizations in communities served by Alaska Airlines with the proceeds from grants.

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: HA)

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: HA) stock drop by -3.89% to $12.86. The most recent rating by Seaport Global Securities, on September 15, 2020, is at a Neutral. Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (HA) is preparing to offer Guests Drive-through pre-travel COVID-19 tests. Hawaiian’s partnership with Worksite Labs will give guests exclusive access to drive-through PCR testing from dedicated, conveniently located labs.

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL)

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL) shares headed falling, lower as much as -6.09%. The most recent rating by Seaport Global Securities, on September 15, 2020, is at a Neutral. Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (GOL) share price went from a low point around $1.85 to briefly over $19.36 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $5.86. GOL market cap has remained high, hitting $810.38 Million at the time of writing.

    Copa Holdings S.A. (NYSE: CPA)

    Copa Holdings S.A. (NYSE: CPA) last closed at $50.40, in a 52-week range of $24.00 to $116.88. Analysts have a consensus price target of $69.21. Copa Holdings S.A. (CPA) has moved up 110.00% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -56.88% from its 52-weeks high. This company market capitalization has remained high, hitting $2.08 billion at the time of writing.

    Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY)

    Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY) Shares headed falling, lower as much as -1.09%. The most recent rating by Raymond James, on September 04, 2020, is at an Outperform.  Ryanair Holdings plc (RYAAY) market capitalization has remained high, hitting $14.69 billion at the time of writing.

  • 15 Trending Stocks In Airlines Industry That Need Your Attention

    15 Trending Stocks In Airlines Industry That Need Your Attention

    The trajectory of the Airline industry is pretty much like that of an aircraft. If we look at its growth sometimes it takes off high skies and sometimes reached ground level. The survival of the airline industry is between the highs & lows and it is growing by adopting the new emerging trends.

    In the past years, the airline industry has faced many challenges and used those challenges as its opportunities to survive. The airline industry is updating its current system and constantly analyzing their operations and marketing strategies. The industry must be prepared to adapt new trends so that they can face obstacles and outperform their competition.

    Let’s have a quick look at the top 15 leading companies that are following new trends:

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL)

    American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) shares were trading up 1.87% at $13.61 at the time of writing on Friday. American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) share price went from a low point around $8.25 to briefly over $31.67 in the past 52 weeks, though shares have since pulled back to $13.61. AAL market cap has remained high, hitting $6.79B at the time of writing, giving it a price-to-sales ratio of more than 0.

    American Airlines Group Inc. (AAL) has earlier announced that President Robert Isom will participate in the 2020 Cowen Global Transportation & Sustainable Mobility Conference on Sept. 9. If we look at the recent analyst rating AAL, Berenberg downgraded coverage on AAL shares with a Sell rating and an $11.31 price target, which implies room for -2.3% downside momentum this year.

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL)

    United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: UAL) last closed at $38.21, in a 52-week range of $17.80 to $95.16. Analysts have a consensus price target of $41.53. United Airlines Holdings Inc. (UAL) has revealed that it is planning to restart service on nearly 50 domestic and 23 international routes. It has announced that it anticipates flying in 34% of the full schedule flown at the same time a year ago. UAL also decided to operate 40% of its schedule in October. The airline is expecting to saw an increase in growth because of the improvement in leisure travel. It has earlier named Mike Hanna as its new senior vice president of Airport Operations.

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE: DAL)

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE: DAL) stock soar by 1.76% to $31.77. The most recent rating by Berenberg, on September 02, 2020, is at a Hold. Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) has previously disclosed that it is permanently dropping domestic change fees following an announcement by rival United Airlines. Atlanta-based Delta said the removal of change fees will be implemented immediately and includes tickets purchased for travel within the United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands.

    Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) 

    Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) Shares headed rising, higher as much as 1.68%. The most recent rating by Berenberg, on September 02, 2020, is at a Buy. Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) revealed earlier that it has decided to add two new destinations as the US customers are gradually resuming leisure travel.  The company will provide services to both Miami International Airport and Palms Springs International Airport. The decision was taken to increase the revenue amid the critical time.

    Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE)

    Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE) rose 0.85% after gaining more than $0.15 on Friday. Spirit Airlines Inc. (SAVE) has previously announced that it has launched biometric check-ins in its ticket lobby at Chicago’s O’Hare airport to make the check-in process effective and reduce face-to-face interactions between its employees and passengers during the pandemic. It has also revealed that it is planning to add to Las Vegas and Oakland from John Wayne Airport (SNA), in Orange County, CA.

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK)

    Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) stock soar by 1.06% to $40.82. The most recent rating by BofA/Merrill, on June 08, 2020, is at a Buy. Alaska Air Group Inc. (ALK) has also joined its rival to eliminate the ticket change fees. Previously, it has charged $125 for changes to domestic and international tickets. The changes will be applied to all tickets except Saver fares. The subsidiary of ALK Alaska Airlines announced plans of adding new seasonal routes to Jackson Hole, Wyo to take advantage of the improvement in leisure air travel demand.

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL)

    Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL) rose 3.98% after gaining more than $0.29 on Friday. GOL discloses preliminary traffic figures for August 2020. Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes S.A. (NYSE: GOL) has disclosed its preliminary air traffic figures for the month of August 2020. In August, GOL has operated 190 flights per day. It has reopened four bases including Campina Grande, Caxias do Sul, Marabá, and Montes Claros. GOL has also added 51 daily frequencies in its main hubs at the Guarulhos, (São Paulo) and Galeão (Rio de Janeiro) airports

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: HA)

    Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (HA) last closed at $13.84, in a 52-week range of $7.55 to $31.34. Analysts have a consensus price target of $13.38. The wholly-owned subsidiary of Hawaiian Holdings Inc. (HA) has implemented the new move. It has announced the removal of change fees on its flight from Sep 3 onward. The decision is taken to attract more customers amid critical times.

    Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS)

    Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS) last closed at $8.26, in a 52-week range of $2.94 to $13.45. Analysts have a consensus price target of $7.65. Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion S.A.B. de C.V. (VLRS) has earlier reported the preliminary traffic results of August 2020. Its capacity measured by ASMs (Available Seat Miles) was 78.6%. Demand measured by RPMs (Revenue Passenger Miles) was 68.4% of last year’s. It has transported the 1.2 million passengers during the month of August 2020. The Booked load factor for August 2020 was 72.6%.

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU)

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) last closed at $12.13, in a 52-week range of $6.61 to $21.65. Analysts have a consensus price target of $12.00. JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) has moved up 83.51% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -43.97% from its 52-weeks high. JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) market capitalization has remained high, hitting $3.20 billion at the time of writing.

    Azul S.A. (NYSE: AZUL)

    Azul S.A. (NYSE: AZUL) Shares headed rising, higher as much as 2.19%. The most recent rating by Raymond James, on September 04, 2020, is at an Outperform. Azul S.A share has fluctuated between the low of $5.30 and a high of $44.55. It has moved up 164.34% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -68.55% from its 52-weeks high.

    Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY)

    Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ: RYAAY) stock soar by 3.05% to $83.21. The most recent rating by Raymond James, on September 04, 2020, is at an Outperform. Ryanair Holdings plc (RYAAY) is preparing for its first euro bond sale since 2017. It has announced it will talk to its investors about a potential five-year bond of at least 500 million euros ($592 million). Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary’s offered 458,000 euro ($540,600) annual bonus came under fire on Friday, as many investor advisory firms requested shareholders to oppose the package in a non-binding vote later this month.

    SkyWest Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYW)

    SkyWest Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYW) Shares headed rising, higher as much as 3.05%. The most recent rating by Evercore ISI, on June 05, 2020, is at an In-line. SkyWest Inc. (SKYW) has a 52-weeks low and high range of $10.58 and $66.52, respectively. It has traded up 234.97% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -46.72% from its 52-weeks high. SkyWest Inc has a total market capitalization of $1.73 billion at the time of writing.

    Mesa Air Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MESA)

    Mesa Air Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MESA) fall -0.84% after losing more than -$0.03 on Friday. Mesa Air Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MESA) stock has fluctuated between the low of $2.05 and a high of $9.65. It has experienced a rise of 72.20% from its 52-weeks low and an increase of -63.42%. MESA market capitalization has remained high, hitting $126.09 million at the time of writing.

    Copa Holdings S.A. (CPA)

    Copa Holdings S.A. (CPA) stock soar by 1.86% to $54.15. The most recent rating by Raymond James, on June 22, 2020, is at an Outperform. Copa Holdings S.A. (CPA) has a 52-weeks low range of $24.00 and a high range of $116.8. It has moved up 125.63% from its 52-weeks low and moved down -53.67% from its 52-weeks high. Copa Holdings has a total market capitalization of $2.25 billion at the time of writing.