US airlines fuel bills rose by $3 billion in May

U.S. airlines’ fuel costs surged 85% in May to nearly $6.7B, driven by higher prices tied to the Middle East conflict, according to the U.S. Transportation Department. This is a clear near-term cost headwind that could pressure airline margins and earnings expectations.

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U.S. airlines’ fuel costs surged 85% in May to nearly $6.7B, driven by higher prices tied to the Middle East conflict, according to the U.S. Transportation Department. This is a clear near-term cost headwind that could pressure airline margins and earnings expectations.