Stan Druckenmiller is a billionaire, and was the long-time manager of Duquesne Capital. Now, he oversees a family office, but his investing strategy is mostly the same.
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November 14 - Hedge Funds, News
Those were the views of House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio), Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), and President Barack Obama, respectively, on what was then an impending...
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September 23 - News
Although we don't believe in timing the market or panicking over daily movements, we do like to keep an eye on market changes -- just in case they're material to our investing...
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September 17 - News
United Continental Holdings Inc (NYSE:UAL) may be the most hated airline in America: It received far more passenger complaints than any other airline last year.
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September 17 - News
With the air transport industry in transition and profitability improving, it is worth taking a look at the reasons behind this trend.
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September 16 - News
On Aug. 13, the Department of Justice surprisingly announced that it would be investigating the merger between US Airways Group, Inc. (NYSE:LCC) and American Airlines.
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September 16 - News
Now, according to many of your fellow readers, hedge funds are viewed as delayed, outdated investment tools of an era lost to time.
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September 13 - News
With the sale of S&P 500 (INDEXSP:.INX) component BMC Software to Bain Capital LLC, a new spot is opening up in the index -- and Delta Air Lines, Inc.
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September 12 - News
With all of the debates regarding the US Airways Group Inc (NYSE:LCC) merger with AMR Corporation (OTCMKTS:AAMRQ), the market has missed the strong results of US Airways as a...
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September 11 - News
After turning in inconsistent performances this spring, airlines have bounced back with a very strong summer travel season. In July, the five largest U.S.
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September 11 - News
With the proposed merger between US Airways Group, Inc.
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September 11 - News
After the market closes on Tuesday, Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:DAL) will join the S&P 500 index of prominent large-cap stocks.
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September 11 - News
Jeremy Grantham is an investor that has been following a value approach to the markets since at least 1977, when he co-founded global investment management firm GMO.
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September 10 - News
As the summer flying season winds down, a couple of the major carriers have reported items that should positively impact their results and stock prices.
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September 9 - News
Last Wednesday, Delta Air Lines, Inc.
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September 9 - News
Federal regulators have recently thrown up roadblocks to the planned merger of US Airways Group Inc (NYSE:LCC) and AMR Corporation (OTCMKTS:AAMRQ), the parent company of American...
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September 3 - News
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL)'s iPad Mini is about to start racking up some serious frequent flier miles on Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HA).
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September 3 - News
Over the past several years, Seattle has become an important international gateway for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:DAL). While Delta Air Lines, Inc.
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August 29 - News
Brand names are important to companies no matter their line of business. A well-respected brand name can provoke images of quality, good nature, and reliability.
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August 29 - News
Michael Karsch is returning client money in his $1.8 billion hedge-fund firm after 13 years, saying he wants to take time to contemplate the next stage of his career, according...
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August 28 - Hedge Funds
Dividend stocks are everywhere, but many just downright stink. In some cases, the business model is in serious jeopardy, or the dividend itself isn't sustainable.
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August 26 - Dividend Stocks, News
If you were to ask many traders, hedge funds are seen as bloated, old financial vehicles of a forgotten age.
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August 23 - News
The US Airways Group, Inc. (NYSE:LCC) merger seemed like a done deal. Now, it's 50/50, according to many analysts. The U.S.
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August 23 - News
If you were to ask many market players, hedge funds are assumed to be useless, old investment tools of a forgotten age.
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August 21 - News
Billionaire George Soros is best known for its profitable macro investments, particularly in currency instruments, but his hedge fund Soros Fund Management engages in equity investments...
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August 16 - Hedge Funds
PAR Capital Management is a private investment partnership that is based in Boston, and it focuses mainly on the travel and online media industries.
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August 14 - Hedge Funds
Crispin Odey founded Odey Asset Management Group in 1991. Odey Asset Management is a London-based hedge fund with assets under management of about $6.2 billion.
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August 14 - Hedge Funds
In June, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) forecast a 67% increase in profits for the global airline industry in 2013 to $12.7 billion.
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August 12 - News
American airline firms have had several difficult years, and as a sector there is a lot of uncertainty about the future.
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August 12 - News
In a recent Forbes article, Bill Conerly claims that the price for oil may decline by as much as $20 per barrel.
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August 12 - News
The airline industry continues to rebound from lows seen in 2007 and 2008. It was not uncommon to think of the sector as a place where money goes down the drain.
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August 7 - News
Analysts at Deutsche Bank are out with a note warning that oil prices could soon collapse.
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August 5 - News
Most airlines in the U.S. today hedge fuel costs in a systematic fashion.
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August 5 - News
The airline industry continues to see a strong demand from passengers due to an overall economic recovery.
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August 5 - News
In-flight Internet connectivity service provider Gogo Inc (NASDAQ:GOGO) just seem unable to have a stable hook-up with investors.
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August 5 - News
United Continental Holdings Inc (NYSE:UAL)-- the world's largest airline, for now -- reported second-quarter earnings late last month.
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August 2 - News
Well, the hits keep on coming.
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July 29 - News
Most major U.S. airlines reported second-quarter earnings last week, and profitability generally met or exceeded expectations.
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July 29 - News
The airline industry has rebounded from lows observed in 2007 and 2008. Due to improving economic conditions across the map, customers are more prompt to travel nowadays.
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July 28 - News
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) will release its quarterly report tomorrow, and investors expect the quirky airline to continue its tradition of strong financials.
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July 24 - News
Last Thursday, United Continental Holdings Inc (NYSE:UAL) attempted to raise fares by $10 per round-trip on most routes within the continental U.S.
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July 22 - News
Back then, I suggested that my favorite industry operator, Delta Air Lines, Inc.
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July 19 - Stock Analysis
The airline industry has slowly recovered from the blow it received in 2007 and 2008. This has been aided in part by a global economic recovery.
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July 19 - News
The industry is taking its seasonal dive.
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July 17 - News
The airline industry has been rebounding from its lows of 2007 and 2008. Higher consumer sentiment readings have propelled stronger passenger traffic in most carriers.
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July 16 - News
Rising consumer sentiment has fueled the airline industry by strengthening passenger traffic for most airlines. Delta Air Lines, Inc.
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July 16 - News
The airline industry is known as one of high costs.
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July 16 - News
Last week, Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALK) announced that it would raise its fees for checked baggage, from $20 to $25 for each of a passenger's first two checked bags.
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July 16 - News
Price to earnings ratios are one of many measures for a company’s value. Simply put, it shows how many times earnings the market is willing to pay for a stock.
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July 15 - News