- American Airlines posted a smaller-than-expected Q1 loss, with revenue slightly beating projections.
- Despite retracting its full-year guidance, the airline projects strong Q2 2025 earnings per share.
- Analysts foresee significant upside potential based on current price targets and GF Value estimates.
American Airlines' Performance Overview
American Airlines (AAL, Financial) surprised investors with its Q1 financial results, reporting a Non-GAAP loss per share of $0.59, which was $0.08 better than analysts had anticipated. Revenue for the quarter reached $12.6 billion, slightly exceeding expectations by $40 million. However, due to prevailing economic uncertainties, the airline has withdrawn its full-year guidance despite forecasting Q2 2025 adjusted earnings per share to range from $0.50 to $1.00.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast
Investors are keen to understand the potential trajectory of American Airlines' stock. According to the one-year price targets provided by 19 analysts, the average target price for American Airlines Group Inc (AAL, Financial) is $14.66. The projections vary significantly, with a high estimate of $24.00 and a low of $8.00. This average target suggests a potential upside of 57.30% from the current stock price of $9.32. For more granular data, visit the American Airlines Group Inc (AAL) Forecast page.
Analyst Recommendations and GF Value Insights
American Airlines Group Inc (AAL, Financial) currently holds an "Outperform" status, with an average brokerage recommendation of 2.4 from 23 firms. This rating, on a scale from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Sell), indicates a positive outlook among analysts.
Furthermore, GuruFocus estimates the GF Value for AAL at $12.37 in one year, implying a potential upside of 32.73% from the current price of $9.32. The GF Value reflects the stock's fair trading value, calculated through historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. For comprehensive data, consult the American Airlines Group Inc (AAL, Financial) Summary page.