Those who view Mr. Smisek s comments with a jaundiced eye, have fared better in their decisions rega

When  United Continental  ( UAL ) pledged to cut costs on its investors day , it got a big boost that helped it outpace competitors like Delta Air Lines ( DAL ), US Airways ( LCC ) and Alaska Airline s ( ALK ). Can the good times continue?
Management had previously acknowledged the airline's underperformance to peers and used its investor day on 11/19/13, which was held in New York, to outline a new cost reduction plan. The plan relies on a combination of improved fuel efficiency, productivity improvements, streamlined maintenance, and modest changes to the current international route structure. Meeting these objectives would move financial results towards peer levels. However, given the plan's high level of economic sensitivity and extended timetable, progress towards meeting these objectives may be hard to track. While we expect UAL shares to continue to benefit from sector demand, and will likely outperform the market, we would prefer to own shares of legacy cubs tickets online peers Alaska Airlines, Delta, and US Airways.
Error message Name We welcome thoughtful comments from readers. Please comply with our guidelines . Our blogs do not require the use of your real name. Comment There are 2 comments NOVEMBER 22, 2013 12:25 A.M. Jeff S. wrote:
Those who view Mr. Smisek s comments with a jaundiced eye, have fared better in their decisions regarding UAL. How long has it been since the merger date? How many labor contracts are still not settled? How much of the lucrative Pacific market purchased by Richard Ferris in the mid 80s is United cubs tickets online flying now? Delta set the standard for successful airline mergers. US Airways set the standard for how NOT to do it. Unfortunately, Mr. Smisek seems unable to choose the best route on the airline roadmap.
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