| Title: | Research Update: US Airways Group Outlook Revised To Stable From Positive; Ratings Affirmed |
| Price: | $175.00 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 24, 2008 |
| Report Type: | Research Update |
| Abstract: | On March 24, 2008, Standard&Poor's Ratings Services revised its outlook on US Airways Group Inc. to stable from positive. We have affirmed all ratings, including the 'B-' long-term corporate credit rating. The outlook revision is based on an expected weakening of the company's financial profile from sustained high fuel prices. We expect the company to post a significant loss in 2008 not only because of higher fuel prices, but also due to weaker demand caused by a slowing economy. The ratings on US Airways Group Inc. reflect the high risk profile of the U.S. airline industry, a substantial debt burden, limited financial flexibility, and ongoing labor integration problems. Ratings also incorporate the company's relatively good liquidity and modest |
| Brief Excerpt: | RESEARCH Ratings Definitions Research Update: US Airways Group Outlook Revised To Stable From Positive; Ratings Affirmed Publication date: ##-Mar-#### Primary Credit Analyst: Betsy R Snyder, CFA, New York (#) ###-###-####; betsy_snyder@standardandpoors.... |
| Word Count: | 1306 |
| Ticker: | U |
| Issuer: | US Airways Group Inc. |
| GICS: | Airlines (20302010) |
| Sector: | Global Issuers, Financial Institutions, Corporations, Transportation |
| Country: | United States |
| Region: | United States |
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