What The Next Wave Of Airline Consolidation Could Look Like

Lufthansa aircraft

Lufthansa’s newly approved stake in ITA Airways will strengthen both carriers’ European market positions.

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The U.S. aviation industry has undergone significant consolidation over the past couple of decades, shrinking from 10 major carriers to four, which has led to a sector better equipped to withstand economic challenges. Although recent political opposition has derailed some mergers, including the...
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