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Coverage dated October 20, 2026 to October 22, 2026

American Airlines Overwhelmed By Fuel Costs Of $4.6 Billion

Headline from Forbes

American reported record third quarter revenues but unlike Delta and United, it could not make a profit.

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  1. Quartz

    United Airlines is cutting its 2026 profit forecast as it expects fuel at $4.80 a gallon (opens Quartz)

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    Quartz's feed description

    The airline expects fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of 50 cents to $1.50 a share after giving July guidance of $9 to $11 for the year

  2. Quartz

    American Airlines now expects a full-year loss as jet fuel costs outpace fares (opens Quartz)

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    Quartz's feed description

    The airline guided to an adjusted 2026 loss of $1.00 to $1.60 a share, after July guidance that allowed for a profit

  3. Forbes

    American Airlines Overwhelmed By Fuel Costs Of $4.6 Billion (opens Forbes)

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    Forbes's feed description

    American reported record third quarter revenues but unlike Delta and United, it could not make a profit.