American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) Given Average Recommendation of “Hold” by Brokerages

Shares of American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) have received an average rating of “Hold” from the seventeen analysts that are currently covering the company, MarketBeat Ratings reports. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have given a hold rating and six have issued a buy rating on the company. The average twelve-month price objective among analysts that have updated their coverage on the stock in the last year is $16.2188.

Several analysts have issued reports on the company. Bank of America upped their price objective on American Airlines Group from $15.00 to $17.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Tuesday, January 6th. Citigroup reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of American Airlines Group in a research note on Tuesday, February 3rd. Wells Fargo & Company started coverage on American Airlines Group in a report on Thursday, December 18th. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $17.00 target price on the stock. Raymond James Financial restated a “market perform” rating on shares of American Airlines Group in a research note on Monday, February 2nd. Finally, UBS Group raised their price target on American Airlines Group from $20.00 to $21.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, January 6th.

Institutional Trading of American Airlines Group

A number of hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the stock. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC boosted its stake in shares of American Airlines Group by 21.8% in the 4th quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 4,276 shares of the airline’s stock valued at $66,000 after purchasing an additional 766 shares in the last quarter. Arizona State Retirement System grew its holdings in shares of American Airlines Group by 1.7% during the 3rd quarter. Arizona State Retirement System now owns 48,781 shares of the airline’s stock valued at $548,000 after purchasing an additional 811 shares during the last quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC increased its position in American Airlines Group by 6.6% during the 2nd quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 13,251 shares of the airline’s stock worth $149,000 after purchasing an additional 823 shares in the last quarter. Teacher Retirement System of Texas increased its position in American Airlines Group by 3.9% during the 2nd quarter. Teacher Retirement System of Texas now owns 24,965 shares of the airline’s stock worth $280,000 after purchasing an additional 948 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Frank Rimerman Advisors LLC lifted its stake in American Airlines Group by 4.5% in the 4th quarter. Frank Rimerman Advisors LLC now owns 22,346 shares of the airline’s stock valued at $343,000 after purchasing an additional 954 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 52.44% of the company’s stock.

Trending Headlines about American Airlines Group

Here are the key news stories impacting American Airlines Group this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Oil prices fell and markets responded to signs of a potential de‑escalation in Iran, helping push AAL higher on the day — a tailwind for airline margins if sustained. Stock Market Today, March 9: American Airlines Rises as Oil Prices Fall
• Positive Sentiment: American unveiled a $1 billion expansion plan at Miami International Airport — a strategic investment that should support network growth and long‑term revenue opportunities out of a key hub. American Airlines (AAL) Unveils $1B Expansion Plan for Miami International Airport
• Positive Sentiment: U.S. DOT approval to resume American flights to Caracas and Maracaibo (via Envoy) opens new international revenue opportunities from Miami. This is incremental network upside that can benefit yields on those routes. American Airlines (AAL) Wins Approval for Venezuela Flights
• Neutral Sentiment: TD Cowen trimmed its price target from $17 to $13 but maintained a Buy rating — that narrows analyst upside yet still signals conviction in AAL’s recovery if fuel and demand stabilize. Benzinga
• Neutral Sentiment: Short‑interest data published for March looks anomalous (reporting zero shares); monitor reliable short‑interest updates — rising real short interest would amplify downside risk during volatility. (Data appears inconsistent in the release.)
• Neutral Sentiment: Market commentary is questioning whether the airline pullback is overdone; this debate suggests the stock could remain volatile and presents a potential buying opportunity for longer‑term investors if fuel and demand trends normalize.
• Negative Sentiment: Multiple outlets reported analyst downgrades and warnings that surging oil and jet‑fuel prices tied to the Iran / Middle East conflict pose a material threat to airline profitability — a direct headwind to AAL margins and near‑term earnings. American Airlines Downgraded, Surging Jet Fuel Prices Create Threat

American Airlines Group Price Performance

Shares of AAL opened at $11.44 on Tuesday. The firm has a 50-day moving average of $14.26 and a 200-day moving average of $13.59. American Airlines Group has a one year low of $8.50 and a one year high of $16.50. The company has a market cap of $7.55 billion, a PE ratio of 67.29, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.43 and a beta of 1.22.

American Airlines Group (NASDAQ:AAL) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, January 27th. The airline reported $0.16 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.38 by ($0.22). American Airlines Group had a net margin of 0.20% and a negative return on equity of 5.90%. The firm had revenue of $14 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $14.12 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $0.86 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 2.5% compared to the same quarter last year. American Airlines Group has set its Q1 2026 guidance at -0.500–0.100 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 1.700-2.700 EPS. Analysts expect that American Airlines Group will post 2.42 earnings per share for the current year.

American Airlines Group Company Profile

American Airlines Group Inc is a leading global airline holding company headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. Formed in December 2013 through the merger of AMR Corporation (parent of American Airlines) and US Airways Group, the company operates one of the world’s largest passenger and cargo networks. Its subsidiaries include American Airlines, which provides mainline service, and American Eagle, a network of regional carriers operating short- and medium-haul routes on behalf of the mainline carrier.

The company offers scheduled air transportation for passengers and cargo to more than 350 destinations in over 50 countries.