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US airline stocks tumble as Delta's forecast cut spooks investors


Published on 2025-03-11 11:41:19 - Reuters
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  • Shares of major U.S. airlines slumped in premarket trading on Tuesday after Delta Air Lines slashed its profit forecast, stoking concerns about the hit to travel from a weakening U.S. economy.

The article discusses a significant drop in U.S. airline stocks following Delta Air Lines' announcement of a reduced profit forecast for the current quarter. Delta cited higher-than-expected costs and a softening in domestic travel demand as reasons for the cut. This news led to a broad sell-off in the sector, with shares of Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines all experiencing declines. The market's reaction was driven by concerns over rising operational costs, including labor and fuel, and a potential shift in consumer spending away from travel. This event underscores the vulnerability of the airline industry to economic fluctuations and cost pressures, impacting investor confidence in airline stocks.

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