El interés en corto de JetBlue Airways da a los inversores una idea del grado en que los inversores apuestan por la caída de las acciones de JetBlue Airways. Los datos de interés en corto se actualizan cada dos semanas.

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JetBlue Airways Corp is a low-cost airline that offers high-quality service, including assigned seating and in-flight entertainment. It served approximately 100 destinations in the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America, Canada, and England. The company currently operates Airbus A321, Airbus A320, Airbus A321neo, and Embraer E190 aircraft types. The operating segments of company are Domestic & Canada, Caribbean & Latin America and Atlantic. Majority of revenue is generated from Domestic & Canada segment.

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The U.S. Department of Transportation and Department of Justice jointly filed a lawsuit on Wednesday against Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) for operating "chronically delayed flights" that caused <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/travel/25/01/42791291/jetblue-fined-2-million-for-chronic-flight-delays-delta-united-rank-among-most-on-time-airlines">disruptions to passengers. </a>
The Details: DOT said its investigation found Southwest operated two chronically delayed flights, resulting in 180 flight disruptions for passengers between April and August 2022. DOT rules define a chronically delayed flight as one that is flown at least 10 times a month and arrives more than 30 minutes late more than 50% of the time. 
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"As part of our commitment to supporting passenger rights and fairness in the market for airline travel, we are suing Southwest Airlines for disrupting passengers' travel with unlawful chronic flight delays," Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said in a statement.&nbsp;
"Airlines have a legal obligation to ensure that their flight schedules provide travelers with realistic departure and arrival times. Today&#8217;s action sends a message to all airlines that the Department is prepared to go to court in order to enforce passenger protections," Buttigieg added.&nbsp;
Southwest responded with a statement that it was "disappointed that DOT chose to file a lawsuit over two flights that occurred more than two years ago."
"Any claim that these two flights represent an unrealistic schedule is simply not credible when compared with our performance over the past 15 years," Southwest said.
The lawsuit against Southwest comes only 12 days after the DOT fined JetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) $2 million for chronic flight delays, which marked the <a href="https://www.transportation.gov/briefing-room/dot-penalizes-jetblue-chronic-flight-delays">first time</a> an airline had been fined for chronic flight delays. 
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Southwest Airlines Is Sued By Department Of Transportation Over 'Chronically Delayed' Flights

JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>), United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) and American Airlines Group, Inc. (NASDSAQ:AAL) shares are trading on Friday. Here&#8217;s what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42912208">you need to know.</a>
What To Know: Shares of airline companies are moving higher in sympathy with Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) after the company posted strong 2024 fiscal-year fourth-quarter earnings.
Delta reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.85, beating analyst estimates of $1.76. In addition, the company reported sales of $14.37 billion, beating analyst estimates of $14.21 billion. 
Total passenger revenue grew 5% year over year to $12.81 billion, while cargo revenue rose 32% to $249 million.
The airline reported that has of the end of the fourth quarter it has $16.2 billion in total debt and lease obligations. 
The company posted guidance for the 2025 fiscal-year first-quarter. Delta expects revenue growth between 7% and 9% as well earnings per share between 70 cents and $1.00, versus analyst estimates of 83 cents. Delta anticipates 2025 fiscal-year earnings per share of at least $7.35, reflecting over 10% year-over-year growth.
The positive market reaction reflects possible expectations from investors that Delta&#8217;s success could indicate a wider industry rebound or improved performance for airlines, especially as the sector continues to recover from the pandemic.
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Price Action: At the time of writing, JetBlue stock is trading 3.18% higher at $7.94, United shares are trading 6.72% higher at $110.69, American shares are trading 4.09% higher at $18.30 and Delta stock is trading 11.0% higher at $68.20.
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Shares of airline stocks are trading higher in sympathy with Delta, which rose after reporting strong Q4 financial results.

Two bodies were discovered inside the wheel well of a JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) plane after landing in Florida on Monday night. Here&#8217;s what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/travel/25/01/42791291/jetblue-fined-2-million-for-chronic-flight-delays-delta-united-rank-among-most-on-time-airlines">you need to know</a>.
What To Know: Two people were found dead in a JetBlue plane during a post-flight maintenance inspection following a flight from New York to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, according to <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/07/us/bodies-found-in-jetblue-flight-compartment/index.html">CNN</a>.
The identities of the individuals found in the wheel well of the plane remain unknown, the airline said in statement, adding that the &#8220;circumstances surrounding how they accessed the aircraft remain under investigation.&#8221;
A gate technician reportedly noticed two people who appeared to be deceased before calling local law enforcement.
&#8220;On scene, paramedics pronounced both individuals deceased,&#8221; said Carey Codd, spokesperson for the Broward County Sheriff's Office.
"The Broward County Medical Examiner's Office will perform autopsies to determine the causes of death of both individuals.&#8221;
The report indicates that a law enforcement official said the bodies were &#8220;badly decomposed.&#8221; Officials have launched an investigation at the airport, but so far, operations have not been impacted. 
&#8220;This is a heartbreaking situation, and we are committed to working closely with authorities to support their efforts to understand how this occurred,&#8221; JetBlue said in a statement.
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The news comes about two weeks after a body was found in the wheel well of a Boeing plane operated by United Airlines Holdings following a flight to Chicago. The JetBlue plane was reportedly an Airbus A320 jet.
&#8220;This keeps happening. People are getting onto the airport property and getting into an aircraft, and it poses a huge security danger for the aircraft," former Department of Transportation Inspector General Mary Schiavo reportedly told CNN.
&#8220;These people were apparently just trying to get some place, but it could have easily been someone attempting to attack aviation.&#8221;
The incidents have raised concerns over airline security. The report indicates that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has said the wheel wells of planes are often used by stowaways who don&#8217;t realize the little amount of space available in the landing gear departments after wheels are pulled back into the plane. If they aren&#8217;t crushed by the landing gear, the report suggests they often lose consciousness due to lack of oxygen and freezing temperatures at altitude. 
According to CNN, citing a 2011 report from the FAA, approximately 80% of people who try to board a plane via an external department end up deceased. 
JBLU Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/jblu">JetBlue Airways shares</a> were down 3.32% at $7.44 at the time of publication Tuesday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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2 People Found Dead In Landing Gear Well Of JetBlue Airways Plane Following Flight To Florida: 'This Keeps Happening'

Susquehanna analyst Christopher Stathoulopoulos maintains JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $6 to $8.

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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Industrials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>JOBY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$27.5K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
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<td>ZIM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$20.16</td>
<td>$46.5K</td>
<td>11.1K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
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<td>FVRR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$79.5K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>301</td>
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<td>JBLU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$25.8K</td>
<td>835</td>
<td>268</td>
</tr>
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<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$57.50</td>
<td>$138.5K</td>
<td>47</td>
<td>143</td>
</tr>
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<td>RKLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$134.0K</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
<td>135</td>
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<td>AXON</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$610.00</td>
<td>$42.9K</td>
<td>141</td>
<td>131</td>
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<td>GE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$34.1K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>127</td>
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<td>FLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$80.8K</td>
<td>99</td>
<td>85</td>
</tr>
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<td>GEV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/10/25</td>
<td>$347.50</td>
<td>$40.9K</td>
<td>86</td>
<td>63</td>
</tr>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For JOBY (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JOBY#NYSE">JOBY</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 49 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 250 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.5K, with a price of $110.0 per contract. There were 1573 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1835 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ZIM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZIM#NYSE">ZIM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 77 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 246 contract(s) at a $20.16 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 30 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.5K, with a price of $189.0 per contract. There were 11131 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1207 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FVRR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FVRR#NYSE">FVRR</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 49 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 300 contract(s) at a $32.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $79.5K, with a price of $265.0 per contract. There were 1207 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 301 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JBLU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 77 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 150 contract(s) at a $6.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.8K, with a price of $172.0 per contract. There were 835 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 268 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UBER (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 259 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $57.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $138.5K, with a price of $1385.0 per contract. There were 47 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 143 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For RKLB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 378 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $134.0K, with a price of $1340.0 per contract. There were 3991 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 135 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AXON (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXON#NASDAQ">AXON</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 14 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 30 contract(s) at a $610.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $42.9K, with a price of $1431.0 per contract. There were 141 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 131 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 49 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 44 contract(s) at a $175.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.1K, with a price of $775.0 per contract. There were 1033 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 127 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For FLR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLR#NYSE">FLR</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 742 day(s) on January 15, 2027. This event was a transfer of 77 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $80.8K, with a price of $1050.0 per contract. There were 99 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 85 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GEV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on January 10, 2025. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $347.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $40.9K, with a price of $820.0 per contract. There were 86 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 63 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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The U.S. Department of Transportation on Friday announced a $2 million penalty against JetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) for operating multiple <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/travel/24/12/42450095/us-airlines-set-to-fly-high-in-2025-analyst-says-perfect-storm-of-tailwinds-will-propel-industry-gains">chronically delayed flights.</a>
The Details: The DOT action against JetBlue marks the <a href="https://www.transportation.gov/briefing-room/dot-penalizes-jetblue-chronic-flight-delays">first time</a> an airline has been fined for chronic flight delays which the agency defines as a flight that is "flown at least 10 times a month and arrives more than 30 minutes late more than 50 percent of the time."
The DOT's investigation found JetBlue operated four chronically delayed flights at least 145 times between June 2022 through November 2023 with each flight chronically delayed for five months in a row. Furthermore, the DOT found JetBlue was responsible for more than 70% of the disruptions to the chronically delayed flights.&nbsp;
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"Illegal chronic flight delays make flying unreliable for travelers. Today&#8217;s action puts the airline industry on notice that we expect their flight schedules to reflect reality," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.&nbsp;
"The department will enforce the law against airlines with chronic delays or unrealistic scheduling practices in order to protect healthy competition and ensure passengers are treated fairly," Buttigieg added.&nbsp;
JetBlue released a statement urging the incoming Trump administration to address the outdated air traffic control technology and staffing shortages.&nbsp;
"While we've reached a settlement to resolve this matter regarding four flights in 2022 and 2023, we believe accountability for reliable air travel equally lies with the U.S. government, which operates our nation's air traffic control system," JetBlue said in its statement.
What Else: The DOT said it has additional ongoing investigations into other airlines for "unrealistic flight schedules," though it did not mention which airlines are under investigation.&nbsp;
Aviation analytics firm Cirium released its annual report of the most on-time airlines on Thursday. Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) was the best-performing U.S. carrier with an on-time rate 83%, ranking the airline as third in the world.
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), the only other U.S.-based airline to rank in the top 10, came in tenth with an on-time rate of 80.93%. 
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>) was the third-best U.S. carrier with an on-time rate of 79.25%.&nbsp;
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JetBlue Fined $2 Million For 'Chronic Flight Delays': Delta, United Rank Among Most On-Time Airlines

Drivers can expect lower prices at the pump in 2025: gas prices are expected to fall for a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/12/42603073/natural-gas-nears-2-year-highs-inflation-fears-mount-as-utility-costs-climb-3-energy-stocks-rise">third consecutive year</a> in 2025, acording to GasBuddy's fuel price outlook.
What To Know: GasBuddy's 2025<a href="https://www.gasbuddy.com/newsroom/pressrelease/2024/12/31/1154"> outlook</a> projects that the national average price for gasoline in 2025 will fall to $3.22 per gallon, down from $3.33 in 2024.&nbsp;
The Tuesday report projects the lowest prices of 2025 will occur in December, averaging $2.89 per gallon for the month, and a spike in the Spring with prices peaking in April at a monthly average of $3.53 per gallon.&nbsp;
Though fuel prices are expected to decline, GasBuddy cautions that consumers could see increased price volatility in the new year. The report points to uncertainties in the geopolitical landscape and policy changes from the incoming Trump administration as potential volatility drivers.&nbsp;
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&#8220;While declining fuel prices in 2025 will provide welcome relief to American drivers and businesses, emerging risks could lead to increased volatility,&#8221; said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy.&nbsp;
&#8220;Geopolitical uncertainties, potential disruptions from extreme weather, and policy shifts under the new administration could create challenges for fuel markets. Despite this, expanding global refining capacity and moderating demand are expected to support lower prices for most of the year,&#8221; De Haan added.&nbsp;
Why It Matters: Consumers could certainly benefit from lower prices at the pump and tend to spend more money on discretionary items, such as travel and dining out, when fuel costs go down.&nbsp;
Airlines benefit significantly from lower fuel costs, as jet fuel is one of their largest expenses. United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NYSE">UAL</a>) and JetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) could see improved profit margins due to reduced fuel costs in 2025. 
Shipping and freight companies like FedEx Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) and United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) also count fuel as a significant expense and would benefit from lower fuel prices.&nbsp;
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Industrials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>EOSE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$145.0K</td>
<td>10.5K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KULR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$30.8K</td>
<td>960</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RKLB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$32.0K</td>
<td>3.1K</td>
<td>895</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ENVX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$29.2K</td>
<td>15.8K</td>
<td>801</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$46.3K</td>
<td>237</td>
<td>564</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JBLU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$29.0K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td>508</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PBI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$46.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>501</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MMM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$60.4K</td>
<td>426</td>
<td>162</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NSC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$27.8K</td>
<td>111</td>
<td>121</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$29.6K</td>
<td>25</td>
<td>106</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding EOSE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EOSE#NASDAQ">EOSE</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 141 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $145.0K, with a price of $145.0 per contract. There were 10550 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3548 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For KULR (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KULR#AMEX">KULR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 220 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 69 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.8K, with a price of $140.0 per contract. There were 960 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1573 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For RKLB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RKLB#NASDAQ">RKLB</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on December 27, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $25.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.0K, with a price of $320.0 per contract. There were 3187 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 895 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ENVX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENVX#NASDAQ">ENVX</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 22 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.2K, with a price of $146.0 per contract. There were 15853 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 801 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 722 day(s) on December 18, 2026. This event was a transfer of 9 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.3K, with a price of $5155.0 per contract. There were 237 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 564 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JBLU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 85 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $7.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.0K, with a price of $145.0 per contract. There were 4742 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 508 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PBI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBI#NYSE">PBI</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 500 contract(s) at a $7.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.0K, with a price of $93.0 per contract. There were 1100 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 501 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MMM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMM#NYSE">MMM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 113 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $60.4K, with a price of $535.0 per contract. There were 426 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 162 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NSC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 176 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 34 contract(s) at a $260.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.8K, with a price of $820.0 per contract. There were 111 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 121 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ALK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 57 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 78 contract(s) at a $67.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 19 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.6K, with a price of $380.0 per contract. There were 25 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 106 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
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10 Industrials Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>JBLU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$48.5K</td>
<td>25.1K</td>
<td align="right">799</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMTM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$82.5K</td>
<td>8</td>
<td align="right">650</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$84.3K</td>
<td>46.3K</td>
<td align="right">459</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BLDR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$359.0K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td align="right">191</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$43.3K</td>
<td>238</td>
<td align="right">153</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FDX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$43.2K</td>
<td>613</td>
<td align="right">129</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VRT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>$38.2K</td>
<td>9</td>
<td align="right">82</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GEV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$40.8K</td>
<td>64</td>
<td align="right">22</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$61.7K</td>
<td>545</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>POWL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$30.3K</td>
<td>7</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For JBLU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 23 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 490 contract(s) at a $7.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $48.5K, with a price of $99.0 per contract. There were 25117 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 799 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AMTM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMTM#NYSE">AMTM</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 58 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 300 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $82.5K, with a price of $275.0 per contract. There were 8 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 650 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding DAL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 23 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 350 contract(s) at a $65.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $84.3K, with a price of $241.0 per contract. There were 46357 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 459 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BLDR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLDR#NYSE">BLDR</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 233 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 191 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $359.0K, with a price of $1880.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 191 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding UAL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on December 27, 2024. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $97.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.3K, with a price of $433.0 per contract. There were 238 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 153 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For FDX (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 113 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 60 contract(s) at a $300.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.2K, with a price of $720.0 per contract. There were 613 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 129 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding VRT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRT#NYSE">VRT</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 23 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 75 contract(s) at a $118.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.2K, with a price of $510.0 per contract. There were 9 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 82 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GEV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 113 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 10 contract(s) at a $340.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $40.8K, with a price of $4089.0 per contract. There were 64 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 22 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 723 day(s) on December 18, 2026. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $210.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $61.7K, with a price of $3085.0 per contract. There were 545 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 20 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For POWL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/POWL#NASDAQ">POWL</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 233 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 10 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.3K, with a price of $3036.0 per contract. There were 7 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 11 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
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Citigroup analyst Stephen Trent maintains JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $6.85 to $7.6.

Citigroup Maintains Neutral on JetBlue Airways, Raises Price Target to $7.6

JetBlue Airways's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NYSE">JBLU</a>) short percent of float has risen 15.7% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 51.89 million shares sold short, which is 21.45% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.07 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>JetBlue Airways Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734012019_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for JetBlue Airways has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing JetBlue Airways's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, JetBlue Airways's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 8.04%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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(JBLU) - Analyzing JetBlue Airways's Short Interest

The U.S. airline industry is gearing up for a blockbuster year in 2025, Morgan Stanley analysts say, predicting airline companies on the brink of what could be a &#8220;perfect storm of tailwinds that essentially propels the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/airlines">industry to make money.&#8221;</a>
Equity analyst Ravi Shanker reiterated a bullish stance on the airlines industry in a Wednesday note. 
The U.S. Global Jets ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JETS#NYSE">JETS</a>) has rallied 36% year-to-date, outperforming by about 9 percentage points the broader stock market as tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>). 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Premium Carriers Poised For Another Stellar Year </h3>
&#8220;We expect demand to remain resilient with volume growth,&#8221; Shanker said. Legacy carriers like United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) and Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) are reaping the rewards of what analysts call "the premiumization trend,&#8221; he added.
According to Morgan Stanley, these carriers benefit not just from ticket sales but from steady ancillary revenue streams, including loyalty programs, credit cards, and brand partnerships.
In 2024, UAL's stock soared over 150%, leading Morgan Stanley to raise its price target from $88 to $130. However, the extraordinary run places a high bar for further gains. 
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>) climbed to Morgan Stanley's top pick for 2025, with an upgraded price target of $90 on the back of "upsized synergy targets at their recent Investor Day."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Domestic Airlines Eye A Comeback</h3>
While premium carriers dominated in 2024, several domestic-focused airlines are staging a resurgence. Low-cost and ultra-low-cost carriers, including JetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) and Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>), faced a tough year marked by operational challenges and restructuring efforts.
"The other big shift in 2024 was several domestic carriers fundamentally changing their business models to fly less, fly differently, bundle fares, and move upmarket," Morgan Stanley highlighted. 
As these carriers stabilize operations, easier year-over-year comparisons position them for a strong recovery. 
Morgan Stanley resumed coverage of JBLU at &#8216;Equalweight&#8217; with a 12-month price target of $8. 
&#8220;We like the elements of the JetForward plan but note that the turnaround is likely to be slower with more elements outside of management&#8217;s control than other Domestic peers,&#8221; Shanker wrote.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Industry Metrics Flash Green For 2025</h3>
Morgan Stanley expects 2025 to mark the first sustained period where revenue per available seat mile (RASM) exceeds cost per available seat mile (CASM). 
This dynamic is expected to boost margins across the board, a stark reversal from earlier pandemic years. 
Analysts project mid-single-digit (MSD) volume growth for the industry, supported by constrained capacity growth at low-single-digit (LSD) levels​.
Fueling optimism is a favorable jet fuel environment. Prices are forecast to hover in the low $2 per gallon range through 2026, providing airlines with critical cost stability. "
This is the sweet spot of the industry where pricing can drop through to the bottom line while offering an added incentive for capacity to remain rational," Morgan Stanley wrote in the note​.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Investor Sentiment: Opportunities And Risks</h3>
Despite 2024's strong performance, airline valuations remain compelling. Analysts note that stocks like ALK, AAL, and DAL trade below historical earnings multiples, offering attractive upside potential. 
Yet, risks loom, including macroeconomic headwinds and the possibility of a slowdown in consumer spending in the second half of 2025.
Morgan Stanley also flagged the return of institutional investors as a positive catalyst. "The potential return of large, sticky capital bases for the first time in 10 years could set another leg or three in the stocks' run in 2025," Shanker said​.
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US Airlines Set To Fly High In 2025, Analyst Says: 'Perfect Storm Of Tailwinds' Will Propel Industry Gains

7 analysts have shared their evaluations of JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $6.46, a high estimate of $8.00, and a low estimate of $5.00. This current average has increased by 23.05% from the previous average price target of $5.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733918466_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The standing of JetBlue Airways among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ravi Shanker</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$8.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catherine O'Brien</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$5.50</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Trent</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$7.75</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Duane Pfennigwerth</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to JetBlue Airways. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of JetBlue Airways compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into JetBlue Airways's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/JBLU/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on JetBlue Airways analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into JetBlue Airways's Background</h2>
JetBlue Airways Corp is a low-cost airline that offers high-quality service, including assigned seating and in-flight entertainment. It served approximately 100 destinations in the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America, Canada, and England. The company currently operates Airbus A321, Airbus A320, Airbus A321neo, and Embraer E190 aircraft types. The operating segments of company are Domestic &amp; Canada, Caribbean &amp; Latin America and Atlantic. Majority of revenue is generated from Domestic &amp; Canada segment.
<h3>Financial Insights: JetBlue Airways</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: JetBlue Airways's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 0.51%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -2.54%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): JetBlue Airways's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -2.25%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): JetBlue Airways's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.39%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: JetBlue Airways's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 3.34. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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JetBlue Airways Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (7 Ratings)

Morgan Stanley analyst Ravi Shanker reinstates JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) with a Equal-Weight and announces $8 price target.

Initiation

Morgan Stanley Reinstates Equal-Weight on JetBlue Airways, Announces $8 Price Target

<a href="https://www.wsj.com/business/airlines/jet-blue-changes-routes-first-class-seats-12bdfe28?mod=Searchresults_pos1&amp;page=1" title="https://www.wsj.com/business/airlines/jet-blue-changes-routes-first-class-seats-12bdfe28?mod=Searchresults_pos1&amp;page=1">https://www.wsj.com/business/airlines/jet-blue-changes-routes-first-class-seats-12bdfe28?mod=Searchresults_pos1&amp;page=1</a>

The Wall Street Journal Reported JetBlue To Introduce Domestic First-Class Seats With 2-3 Rows Per Plane Starting 2026

<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/04/jetblue-cuts-routes-europe-flights.html">https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/04/jetblue-cuts-routes-europe-flights.html</a>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>JetBlue has been focused on cutting unprofitable flights to stem losses.</li>
<li>The carrier also has been trimming underperforming routes to focus on core markets.</li>
<li>JetBlue is ending some Miami flights and said the carrier will be overstaffed there.</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/quotes/JBLU/">JetBlue Airways</a> told staff Wednesday that it is axing more unprofitable flights, redeploying aircraft outfitted with its high-value business class and tweaking Europe service, the carrier's latest moves to return to consistent profitability and cut costs.
It will also stop using planes with Mint business class on Seattle flights in April.
&nbsp;
JetBlue said it will cut flights from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to Jacksonville, Florida; from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport to Austin, Texas; Houston, Texas; Miami; and Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and from Westchester, N.Y. and Milwaukee. It will also end service to San Jose, California.
JetBlue said ending service between JFK and Miami will make the carrier over-staffed in Miami and that it's working with crew members on options, like working in other cities it serves.
"Florida remains a strong geography for JetBlue, however post-COVID we haven't been profitable in Miami due to the dominance of legacy carriers like <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/quotes/AAL/">American</a> and <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/quotes/DAL/">Delta</a> there," wrote Dave Jehn, JetBlue's vice president of network planning and airline partnerships, in a staff note, which was seen by CNBC.
It will continue serving Miami from Boston.
JetBlue will announce some new Europe service next week, the memo said. But starting in the summer 2025 travel season, it will drop its second JFK-Paris flight and its summer-only service between New York and London's Gatwick Airport, said Jehn.
&nbsp;
The changes were announced after JetBlue said its revenue and bookings have come in better than expected for November and December, sending shares up more than 8% on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/02/12/jetblue-resets-with-new-ceo-joanna-geraghty-airline-veterans.html">CEO Joanna Geraghty</a> and her team are focusing on reducing costs and culling unprofitable routes, such as those on the West Coast, as they grapple with a Pratt &amp; Whitney engine grounding and post-pandemic shifts in demand.
JetBlue said customers who are affected by the changes can select alternate flight options or receive a refund if other routes aren't available.
"Recently, we made some network adjustments in certain markets, removing some underperforming flying from our schedule, allowing us to redeploy resources, including our popular Mint service, toward high-demand markets and new opportunities," JetBlue said in a statement.

'JetBlue Cuts More Unprofitable Routes, Tweaks Europe Flights' - CNBC

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Shares of Pure Storage Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSTG#NYSE">PSTG</a>) gained 26.1% to $67.48 after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and issued fourth-quarter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/12/42303442/pure-storage-shares-soar-after-strong-q3-q4-guidance-above-estimates-details">guidance above estimates</a>.
Pure Storage reported quarterly earnings of 50 cents per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 42 cents. Quarterly revenue came in at $831.07 million which beat the consensus estimate of $818.14 million and is an increase over sales of $762.84 million from the same period last year.
Pure Storage shares jumped 26.1% to $67.48 on Wednesday.
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