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The 2013 Retirement Portfolio Candidates: Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines has been one of the most consistently profitable airlines. But does that make it fit for your portfolio's long haul?

Earnings Roundup: Airlines Soar on Higher Fares

After being left for dead during the Great Recession, U.S. airlines are making money again. But sequestration could put a damper on the rest of the year.

3 High-Flying Small Caps With Plenty of Altitude Left

These three small-cap stocks are basically Goldilocks in stature, meaning their size is just right for delivering big portfolio gains.

The 5 Worst Airlines of 2012

U.S. airlines posted their second-highest overall performance rating in 23 years in 2012, but the industry still had some stinkers. These were the five worst.

Don’t Expect a Quick Fix for Dreamliner

Beset by battery failures and the vagaries of politics, Boeing’s troubled 787 Dreamliner faces powerful near-term headwinds -- despite a fix the manufacturer submitted to the FAA last week.

How to Make American Airlines Soar

Now that he has wrapped up the last major airline merger, here are three things Doug Parker must do to make the marriage of US Airways and American a happy one.

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines in December

Airline performance metrics retreated for the month of December as aviation system delays and late-arriving aircraft drove airlines’ on-time arrivals lower, according to the Department of Transportation’s latest Air Travel Consumer Report.

Everything Must Go! — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Wall Street got to wheeling and dealing on Thursday, with Heinz, US Airways and Bud among the day's big headline-makers.

Airline Stocks’ Post-Earnings Report Cards

Not surprisingly, America's four major airline carriers posted varying earnings results last week. Here's how they looked -- and what they face going forward.

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines in November

Here are November 2012’s Best and Worst Airlines as measured by performance in four areas: on-time flights, cancellations, mishandled baggage and complaints.

The Dreamliner Has Boeing Going Sleepless

A perception problem is turning into a nightmare. So, Boeing needs to get a solid fix ready pronto. And investors need to be watching closely.

United Airlines Sued Over Fuel ‘Sham’

United Airlines is being sued by the Illinois Regional Transit Authority for allegedly running a "sham" office outside Cook County to avoid fuel taxes.

Where U.S. Airlines Are Headed in 2013

After a strong 2012, profits this year could be tougher to come by as carriers work through efficiency upgrades -- and one more likely mega-merger.

Where Is AMR, After a Year in Bankruptcy?

The prospects for what happens next are starting to clarify. Here's how American Airlines stacks up as it seeks another life after Chapter 11.

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines in September

The 15 airlines tracked by the report posted an on-time performance of 83.3% -- worse than the 83.9% a year ago, but much better than August’s 79.1%.

Hurricane Sandy: Sectors to Watch

These four sectors are the mostly likely to be impacted by Hurricane Sandy's damaging effects -- but not all businesses will be hammered the same way.

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines in August

U.S. airlines’ performance rose and consumer complaints fell in August, according to the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) most recent Air Travel Consumer Report.

Which of These Airlines Isn’t Like the Others?

In this troubled sector, one bin-name surprise is cleared for takeoff, as well as options opportunities.

Pricing Power Lifts Airline Earnings Outlook

The outlook for airline earnings has improved, but better performance doesn’t necessarily make it a sector to invest in now.