Airline Stocks Had a Super Friday
Airline investors were a happy bunch last Friday given the rise across airline stocks. American Airlines (AAL) emerged as the top gainer with a 4% gain after announcing a hike in baggage fees. Other airline stocks also generated optimism. Delta Air Lines (DAL) gained 2.6%, followed by Southwest Airlines (LUV), which gained 2.0%. United Continental (UAL) gained 0.92%, while Alaska Air gained 0.47%. Spirit Airlines (SAVE) was the only loser during the day with a decline of ~0.39%.