American Airlines experiences brief flight grounding on Christmas Eve
American Airlines experienced a brief grounding of flights on Christmas Eve due to a technical issue with a vendor's system. The groundstop lasted about an hour but was lifted before the stock market opened. Despite the disruption, American Airlines stock saw only a minor dip before closing at $17.35, its highest since December 12. The airline's stock performance is expected to remain stable, with limited growth potential in the industry. Overall, American Airlines stock is ranked eighth in its group and has increased over 50% in the fourth quarter of 2024. However, analysts suggest that significant growth is unlikely for established airlines.