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Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE:SPCE) Richard Branson once famously said, “If you want to be a millionaire, start with a billion dollars and launch a new airline.” Airlines as a business venture are often highly risky due to the industry’s uncertainty. The airline industry was already facing headwinds before the pandemic. And even with the elimination of some restrictions, widespread anxiety due to the healthcare crisis remains.
With the COVID-19 situation deteriorating in Europe, the airline industry is again expected to receive a blow as rising infection rates and restrictions reduce travel demand. Amid this scenario, we think it could be wise to avoid airline stocks Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL), United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL), and American Airlines Group Inc. (AAL).
