The aviation industry is still reeling from the tectonic shift announced just 48 hours ago: the $1.5 billion acquisition of Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY) by Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT). This merger marks a definitive end to the "growth at all costs" era for ultra-low-cost carriers (ULCCs) and signals the dawn of a new, [...]
The U.S. aviation landscape shifted dramatically this week as two of the industry’s most efficient leisure operators announced a definitive merger agreement. On January 11, 2026, Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) and Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNCY) revealed a $1.5 billion cash-and-stock deal aimed at creating a dominant, diversified leisure powerhouse. The market’s [...]
In a stunning display of resilience, the U.S. stock market surged to unprecedented levels on January 12, 2026, as both the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) notched fresh closing records. Investors appeared to decouple from a swirl of political and regulatory uncertainty, focusing instead
The consumer discretionary sector witnessed a dramatic start to the week as two industry stalwarts, Sun Country Airlines and Shake Shack, moved in sharply opposite directions. On January 12, 2026, the market was jolted by a definitive merger agreement in the airline space, while the fast-casual dining sector grappled with
Across the recent three months, 5 analysts have shared their insights on Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ: SNCY), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
JP Morgan analyst Jamie Baker projects strong profitability for US airlines, led by legacy carriers and international travel, with labor costs as a concern.
JPMorgan initiates coverage of SNCY with Overweight rating and $23 target. Charter and Cargo ops contribute 33% of revenues, diversifying demand drivers.
