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US Airways-American: The Pros and Cons
With any airline merger, there are always pros and cons to the deal.The biggest loser in this one would be the consumer.
Microsoft’s Big Win in the Government Cloud
Working with Computer Sciences, its FAA contract could be a game-changer -- for the future of air-traffic control and for the battle in the cloud.
Great Day for Dividends! — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap
Dividend news out of Dell, Target and Caterpillar wasn't enough to overcome broader macroeconomic news Wednesday, and the indices headed south.
Have Airline Stocks Become Defensive?
In what might be a trend, they outperformed in May's down market. It might pay to watch this sector the next time investors hit the "off" switch on risk.
4 Reasons Lower Fuel Prices Won’t Lift Airlines
But US Airways' stock is poised to buck the industry headwinds. One big reason: The growing odds that it will acquire American Airlines out of bankruptcy.
Want to Sit Near Family? Airlines May Charge You More
Many airlines are now charges additional fees for reserved seating. This change benefits frequent business travelers, but often inconveniences families.
Why Delta’s Oil Refinery May Not Have Wings
Trying to ensure a more plentiful and cheaper fuel supply is a bold move, but there's a lot of devilish stuff in the complex arrangement's details.
Airline Scorecard: How Do These 6 Carriers Stack Up After Earnings?
Which airline is doing the best job on all three fronts -- financial, performance and customer perception? We run the numbers.
US Airways’ Parker: A Smart Bid for American
Getting American's unions onboard first was a savvy move -- Parker has learned a lot from his failed bids for United and Delta.
Ups and Downs the Norm — Thursday’s IP Market Recap
Markets went on a roller-coaster ride again today, starting with an early move up and coming down the remainder of the day on disappointing economic news.
Airlines: 4 Ways Regionals Are Even Worse Off
When the majors feel a chill, regional airlines get pneumonia. Here are four reasons why they are worse off.
4 Companies Worth SO Much …
... Their market caps outweigh entire sectors. Here's a few outlandish comparisons that demonstrate how valuable Apple, Exxon Mobil and other companies are.
Did American Airlines Thrust Itself Into US Airways’ Arms?
When American Airlines parent AMR asked to have its union contracts thrown out, it might have made it easier for another carrier to swoop in and snap it up.
Southwest Air Hikes Raise the Industry
Southwest followed on the heels of their competitors JetBlue and Virgin, increasing fares on most round-trip flights -- and many major carriers followed.
China Hits Markets, Materials — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap
The prospect of a cooling China gives Wall Street a chill. But some Chinese solar shares soared after a smaller-than-expected U.S. tariff ruling.
American Airlines Still Fighting a Losing Battle
American Airlines parents AMR Corp.'s decision to freeze some of its pension plans rather than axing them is admirable, but ultimately will hamper its recovery.
