Markets
Memorial Day Travel Tests Consumer Limits as Spirit Collapse and Fuel Costs Soar
The unofficial start of summer travel season will reveal how much Americans are willing to pay amid airline disruptions and rising gas prices.
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Airlines
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BusinessAirlines Spent 56.4% More on Jet Fuel After Iran War Started
Government data reveals dramatic cost surge for carriers as oil prices soared following Middle East conflict outbreak.
BusinessSpirit Airlines Prepares to Shut Down After Bailout Talks Collapse
Budget carrier could cease operations as early as Saturday following failed negotiations with Trump administration and bondholders.
BusinessBudget Airlines Seek $2.5 Billion Bailout as Fuel Costs Skyrocket
Industry trade group requests federal assistance to offset dramatic jump in jet fuel prices since U.S.-Israeli attacks against Iran began.
Top NewsJet Fuel Shortages Threaten Summer Travel as Iran War Drives Sky-High Costs
Airlines are cutting routes and raising prices as volatile fuel costs strain the industry, making European vacations increasingly unaffordable.
MarketsAirlines Face Congressional Pressure to Lower Fares as Fuel Costs May Decline
Lawmakers urge carrier CEOs to reduce ticket prices if Iran war oil spike begins to ease in coming months.
MarketsAirlines Slash Flight Schedules as Jet Fuel Costs Nearly Double During Iran Crisis
Delta cuts growth plans and raises bag fees $10 while fuel supply concerns mount as war with Iran disrupts global energy markets.
MarketsDelta Joins Airlines in $10 Checked Bag Fee Hike Amid Iran War Fuel Crisis
Major carrier follows United and JetBlue in raising fees as jet fuel prices surge due to Middle East conflict disrupting oil supplies.
BusinessRising Fuel Costs Force Amazon and Airlines to Add War-Related Surcharges
Iran conflict drives gas prices to new highs, triggering widespread transportation surcharges across U.S. economy
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Oil Prices Surge 80% as Iran War Drives Biggest Single-Day Jump in Six Years
Nationwide gas prices hit $4.08 per gallon for unleaded and $5.51 for diesel as ongoing Middle East conflict disrupts global energy markets.
