11 Best Airline Stocks to Buy Now

3. American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 59

American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) is a holding company that operates a net carrier, which transports both passengers and cargo. Based in Texas, the airline owns and maintains a fleet of more than 900 aircraft.

American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) has revised its Q1 revenue forecasts for 2025, projecting a 4% decrease, which led to BofA Securities reducing its price target for the airline from $20 to $16 while maintaining a Neutral rating. The change follows an increase in earnings per share estimates for the first quarter of 2025, which are now estimated to be $0.70, in line with the company’s updated predictions. Meanwhile, Citi maintains a Buy rating on American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) with a $21.50 price target, although admitting demand is weakening due to a variety of issues such as tariff uncertainty and recent aviation events. That said, Citi analyst Stephen Trent expressed optimism in the airline’s medium-term future, noting solid revenue projections from premium travel and co-branded card arrangements.