American Airlines Lifts Profit Outlook, AAL Stock Rockets – Travel Boom or Turbulence Ahead?
Financial Results and Upgraded Outlook American Airlines reported mixed but encouraging third-quarter 2025 results, turning in record revenue but a small net loss. Total operating revenue reached $13.69 billion, a quarterly record that was flat versus a year ago but slightly above analyst expectations of ~$13.63 billion stockstory.org. The company posted a net loss of $114 million (roughly -$0.17 per share), which was narrower than feared – analysts had predicted a deeper $0.28 per-share loss stockstory.org. This smaller-than-expected loss reuters.com reflects improved cost management and resilient demand in lucrative segments. In fact, American noted that September turned the corner to positive unit revenue