T-Mobile's New Wi-Fi Features a Wake-up Call for the Competition
at The Street - Thu Sep 11, 12:20PM CDT
The number four U.S. carrier is stressing better quality calls indoors and out as well as a deal for air travelers.
Hawaiian, Delta lead airlines in on-time arrivals
By The Associated Press - AP - Wed Sep 10, 3:22PM CDT
Here are the government's rankings of the leading airlines and their on-time performance in July. Some airlines, including Spirit and Allegiant, are not included because they operate fewer flights. The federal government counts a flight as on-time if it arrives within 14 minutes of schedule.
Full Flights Aid Aug Traffic Growth for Southwest Airlines - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Sep 10, 2:20PM CDT
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) recorded a 4.9% rise in traffic in Aug 2014.
In the air: Regional airlines have grown rapidly
By The Associated Press - AP - Wed Sep 10, 1:11PM CDT
Facts about the regional airline industry in the United States:
Airline Stock Roundup: Aug Traffic Results, Southwest Airlines Facelift in News - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Sep 10, 12:34PM CDT
Over the past 5 trading days, airline stocks exhibited mixed performance trends.
3 Services Stocks Moving The Sector Upward
at The Street - Wed Sep 10, 12:04PM CDT
TheStreet highlights 3 stocks pushing the services sector higher today.
United Continental (UAL) Reports Near-Flat August Traffic - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Sep 09, 2:10PM CDT
United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) reported near-flat traffic figures for the month of Aug 2014.
House To Temporarily Extend Ex-Im Bank Charter
at Investor's Business Daily - Tue Sep 09, 1:03PM CDT
The House will temporarily extend the Export-Import bank's charter, Speaker John Boehner said Tuesday. Without an extension, the Ex-Im bank would close at the end of September. An extension would give lawmakers time to craft a long-term agreement on...
How Will Delta Air Lines (DAL) Stock React To This Ratings Initiation?
at The Street - Tue Sep 09, 8:06AM CDT
Delta Air Lines (DAL) was initiated with an 'outperform' rating and $56 price target at Credit Suisse (CS).
United reports flat traffic, lags Delta
AP - Mon Sep 08, 5:24PM CDT
CHICAGO (AP) — United Airlines reported that passenger traffic in August was nearly unchanged from a year earlier, a contrast with the 3 percent gain posted by rival Delta.
Why United Continental (UAL) Stock Is Higher In After-Hours Trading Today
at The Street - Mon Sep 08, 3:35PM CDT
Shares of United Continental (UAL) are up 0.63% to $51.45 in after hours trading following the company’s new 'outperform' rating at Credit Suisse (CS).
Delta Air Lines Employees to Build Habitat for Humanity Homes in Six Cities
PR Newswire - Mon Sep 08, 10:00AM CDT
Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) employees from across the country will build or renovate affordable single family homes with Habitat for Humanity. This year's fall builds will take place in six cities, including Delta's hubs in Atlanta, Detroit, Minneapolis/St. Paul, New York City and Seattle as well as in Los Angeles, a key international gateway for the airline. More than 2,300 Delta employees will participate in the projects, which begin Sept. 8 and continue through Oct. 17.
Why Delta Air Lines, Inc. Stock Has Skyrocketed 43% in 2014
Alexander MacLennan, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Mon Sep 08, 9:50AM CDT
Airline stocks rallied through 2013 and 2014, with Delta Air Lines being a major contributor to the gains. With its shares up over 40% in 2014, Delta is showing investors that airline stocks can outperform the market. Shareholder capital...
Why JetBlue Airways Corporation Stock Has Skyrocketed 47% in 2014
Tim Beyers, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Mon Sep 08, 8:50AM CDT
When it comes to airline stocks, few are as well positioned as JetBlue Airways Corporation is right now. The stock is up about 47% as I write, outperforming the returns of larger peers AAR Corp . , Delta Air Lines , and United Continental ....
2 Things You Have to Do if You Get Turned Down for Credit
Matthew Frankel, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun Sep 07, 10:12AM CDT
If you apply for a credit card, whether through an online system or by mail, the credit card issuer usually just runs your information through an automated program to make credit decisions. While efficient, sometimes it can cause an application to be...
How Did Delta Air Lines Blow Away Its Rivals in This Major Airline Survey?
Alexander MacLennan, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun Sep 07, 9:12AM CDT
Airlines are frequently maligned for poor service and customer relations, but a survey from Airfarewatchdog shows that individual airlines are far from equal when it comes to overall performance. Among the major legacy airlines, Delta Air Lines ...
When to Dump Your Credit Card
Matthew Frankel, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun Sep 07, 9:01AM CDT
Do you have a few old credit cards you don't really use anymore? Or is your credit card company raising your annual fee or cutting perks? The decision to close a credit card is one that should be considered carefully. Closing accounts can...
How Much Are Your Rewards Card Points Really Worth?
Matthew Frankel, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Sep 06, 2:28PM CDT
There are literally hundreds, if not thousands, of credit cards to choose from that offer rewards. So, how do you determine which rewards card is the best value? Cash-back cards are easy to understand. If your card gives you 1.5% cash back, and you...
United Airlines Stock Hits a New High: Why You Might Want to Sell
Adam Levine-Weinberg, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Sep 06, 8:00AM CDT
On Tuesday, United Airlines stock hit a new all-time high at $50 on the dot. Falling oil prices and an analyst recommendation helped United Continental Holdings reach that symbolic plateau. United Airlines stock hit a record high this week...
'Fast Money' Recap: Stocks Climb, Bonds Fall This Week
at The Street - Sat Sep 06, 4:00AM CDT
The trading panel discussed the overall market and whether to trade Chinese stocks.