United Airlines slashes 2026 profit outlook on fuel prices, but travelers keep booking despite higher fares
United Airlines cut its profit outlook for the year as fuel prices continued to climb.
CNBC reports: United Airlines cut its profit outlook for the year as fuel prices continued to climb.
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