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    American Airlines Group (AAL) Could Be 23% Undervalued As Taipei Deal Expands Reach

    Simply Wall St·10/04/2026 12:18:45
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    American Airlines Group (AAL) just expanded its reach across the Pacific through a new codeshare with STARLUX Airlines, linking STARLUX’s Taipei flights with 20 American domestic destinations.

    Recent trading tells a mixed story for American Airlines Group. The 1-day and 7-day share price returns are down 1.45% and 6.71%, and the 90-day share price return has fallen 27.10%. However, the 1-year total shareholder return is positive at 11.74%, which hints that long term holders have still seen some value from earlier momentum despite recent pressure around travel demand, competition and events like its October 2026 technology presentation and this new STARLUX partnership.

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    Bulls see American Airlines Group using the STARLUX deal and recent tech focus to sharpen a large network. Bears see a volatile stock tied to losses and heavy competition. Which case do the current valuation numbers lean toward?

    Most Popular Narrative: 23% Undervalued

    American Airlines Group last closed at $12.94, while the most followed narrative anchors fair value around $16.88. This frames the current pullback against a longer-run earnings story built on loyalty, alliances and cost discipline.

    The significant growth in engaged AAdvantage loyalty program members and the new 10-year Citi card agreement, launching in 2026, provide structural tailwinds by expanding high-margin partnership revenue, stabilizing earnings and offering recurring free cash flow benefits over the long term. Earlier-than-expected delivery of new, fuel-efficient aircraft, together with moderate long-term CapEx plans, is expected to reduce unit costs via better fuel efficiency and lower maintenance, which could translate to improved net margins and higher long-term profitability despite broader cost headwinds from labor or regulation.

    See why 66 investors see American Airlines Group as 23% undervalued.

    Result: Fair Value of $16.88 (UNDERVALUED)

    Still, American Airlines Group carries clear pressure points, including higher labor and fuel sensitivity, as well as a sizeable debt load that could quickly reshape this fair value story.

    Find out about the key risks to this American Airlines Group narrative.

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    Mixed sentiment around American Airlines Group only matters if you use it as a starting point rather than a conclusion. Move quickly and test the bull and bear cases against the underlying data, then ground your own view in the 3 key rewards and 3 important warning signs.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.