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Notable Airlines Leading companies in this sector include Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL), Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE:LUV), United Airlines Holdings (NASDAQ:UAL), American Airlines Group (NASDAQ:AAL), and JetBlue Airways Corp (NASDAQ:JBLU).
Industry Overview The airline industry focuses on passenger air transportation, encompassing both scheduled and non-scheduled flights, including charter airlines and commuter carriers. It has expanded significantly in recent decades due to lower prices and the emergence of low-cost carriers, making air travel more accessible. Noteworthy airlines in the United States include Delta Air Lines Inc., Southwest Airlines Co, and United Continental Holdings, Inc.
Market Capitalization The average market capitalization in the Airlines Industry is $6.5 billion. Market caps range from $9.4 thousand to $27.6 billion, with DAL having the highest valuation at $27.6 billion and KLMR being the lowest at $9.4 thousand.
High and Low Price Movements Over the past week, the average weekly price growth for airline stocks was 15.13%. Monthly growth averaged 5.77%, while quarterly growth was 12.64%. Notably, AFRAD experienced the highest growth at 922.51%, whereas JETMF saw the biggest decline at -18.78%.
Volume Weekly volume growth averaged -13.54%, with monthly growth at -44.46% and quarterly growth at 2.18%.
Fundamental Analysis Ratings The industry's average fundamental analysis ratings are as follows:
JBLU: Downtrend Alert.
The 10-day Moving Average for JBLU crossed below the 50-day moving average on August 02, 2023, signaling a potential downtrend. In the past, similar crossovers have often resulted in further downward movement. The odds of a continued downward trend are 86%.
DAL: Stochastic Indicator Warning.
DAL's Stochastic Indicator moved out of the overbought zone on September 01, 2023, suggesting a potential bearish trend. In the majority of past cases when this indicator exited the overbought zone, the stock moved lower. The odds of a downward move are 75%.
LUV: Three-Day Decline.
LUV has been declining for three consecutive days as of September 01, 2023, which is considered a bearish sign. Historical data shows that in most cases when LUV declined for three days, it continued to decrease further in the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 73%.
UAL: Positive MACD Signal.
UAL's Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) turned positive on August 31, 2023. Historically, when UAL's MACD became positive, the stock tended to rise in the following month in the majority of cases. The odds of a continued upward trend are 79%.
ALK: Oversold RSI Oscillator ALK's Relative Strength Index (RSI) Oscillator has been in the oversold zone for 13 days. This suggests that the stock may soon experience a rebound, as extended periods in the oversold zone often precede uptrends.
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The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an uptrend is expected.
The RSI Indicator entered the oversold zone -- be on the watch for JBLU's price rising or consolidating in the future. That's also the time to consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for JBLU just turned positive on September 17, 2026. Looking at past instances where JBLU's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in 35 of 46 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 76%.
Following a +4.21% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where JBLU advanced for three days, in 208 of 266 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 78%.
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 30, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on JBLU as a result. In 68 of 94 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 72%.
The 50-day moving average for JBLU moved below the 200-day moving average on September 25, 2026. This could be a long-term bearish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an downward trend.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where JBLU declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 81%.
The Aroon Indicator for JBLU entered a downward trend on October 05, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 51 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.003) is normal, around the industry mean (3.112). P/E Ratio (42.017) is within average values for comparable stocks, (23.433). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.140) is also within normal values, averaging (2.252). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.010) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.168) is also within normal values, averaging (0.529).
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 76 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating slightly worse than average price growth. JBLU’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 84 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 98 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. JBLU’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 74, placing this stock worse than average.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
a provider of passenger air transportation services
Industry Airlines