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American Airlines has forecasted a full-year loss of $1.00 to $1.60 per share for 2026, as soaring jet fuel prices driven by the Middle East conflict are completely outpacing fare increases. United Airlines also saw its price target lowered by Susquehanna to $130. The airline sector is facing immediate earnings destruction, serving as a direct casualty of the energy supply shock.
Airline Margin Destruction
American Airlines has forecasted a full-year loss of $1.00 to $1.60 per share for 2026, as soaring jet fuel prices driven by the Middle East conflict are completely outpacing fare increases. United Airlines also saw its price target lowered by Susquehanna to $130. The airline sector is facing immediate earnings destruction, serving as a direct casualty of the energy supply shock.