Which Airline Stock Is Dominating in 2026: United, American, or Delta?

The 2026 airline ranking tells a single story about how much of each carrier's business sits outside the seat, and Delta has won the year by a wide margin.

24/7 Wall Street • Aug 20, 2026

Should You Invest in the U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS)?

Looking for broad exposure to the Industrials - Transportation/Shipping segment of the equity market? You should consider the U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on April 30, 2015.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 13, 2026

Which Aviation ETF Is the Better Buy: State Street's Defense-Focused XAR or U.S. Global's Airline-Centric JETS?

State Street SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF has significantly outperformed U.S. Global Jets ETF over the last five years with lower historical volatility. U.S. Global Jets ETF offers a higher trailing-12-month dividend yield but carries a higher expense ratio of 0.6%.

The Motley Fool • Aug 13, 2026

JetBlue Advances 9% on Earnings Beat and 2028 Profit Target, Lifting Delta, United, and Southwest

Shares of JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:JBLU) are up 9% to $5.94 in Tuesday midday trading after the carrier posted a Q2 2026 adjusted-EPS beat, reinstated its full-year outlook, and introduced a long-term 2028 profit target of at least $1 per share.

24/7 Wall Street • Jul 28, 2026

Which Aerospace ETF is the Better Buy in 2026: Invesco Aerospace & Defense or U.S. Global Jets?

Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF provides a lower expense ratio and significantly lower volatility compared to U.S. Global Jets ETF U.S. Global Jets ETF focuses on airline operators whereas Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF targets the broader military and defense ecosystem Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF has delivered superior 5-year total returns and a more conservative risk profile than its airline-heavy peer

The Motley Fool • Jul 24, 2026

Fuel swings turn US airline earnings forecasts into moving targets

A rapid rise in jet fuel prices is forcing U.S. airlines to rewrite earnings expectations, exposing how quickly higher fuel costs can outpace revenue gains from strong travel demand.

Reuters • Jul 24, 2026

US targets $2.2 billion in rebates to airlines that retrofit planes over wireless interference

Major U.S. airlines will need to retrofit planes by the end of 2030 to address potential wireless ​interference after a new auction of wireless spectrum, but the carriers will be ‌eligible for as much as $2.2 billion in government rebates to cover the costs, the Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday.

Reuters • Jul 24, 2026

Better Aviation ETF: State Street's Aerospace-Focused XAR vs. U.S. Global's JETS Targeting Airlines

The State Street SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF offers a lower expense ratio and focuses on manufacturers rather than airline operators. The U.S. Global Jets ETF has higher volatility as indicated by its beta and five-year maximum drawdown.

The Motley Fool • Jul 16, 2026

Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF vs U.S. Global Jets ETF: Is PPA or JETS the Better Buy in 2026?

Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF offers a slightly lower expense ratio and holds significantly larger assets under management (AUM) than U.S. Global Jets ETF U.S. Global Jets ETF provides a higher trailing-12-month dividend yield but has experienced much deeper drawdowns over the last five years The two funds offer distinct industrial focuses, with Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF targeting defense and space while U.S. Global Jets ETF tracks commercial airline operators

The Motley Fool • Jul 15, 2026

Iran conflict flare-up awakens bears in airline stocks, but there's one big catch

The U.S. Global Jets ETF is down 4% Wednesday, extending a two-day decline after challenging all-time highs last week.

CNBC • Jul 8, 2026