JetBlue-Spirit Merger Trial Ends, Judge Hints At Conditions For $3.8B Acquisition Approval
Portfolio Pulse from Surbhi Jain
The trial between JetBlue Airways Corp (JBLU) and Spirit Airlines Inc (SAVE) over their proposed $3.8 billion merger has concluded. U.S. District Judge William Young indicated the acquisition might be approved with conditions, such as JetBlue divesting additional assets. The Justice Department had sued to block the merger, citing antitrust concerns. JetBlue's stock has seen a recent recovery, while Spirit's stock has rallied significantly over the past month.
December 08, 2023 | 4:48 pm
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JetBlue's potential acquisition of Spirit Airlines may proceed with conditions, such as asset divestiture. The stock has recovered 17% from recent lows.
The judge's hint at possible approval under certain conditions could be seen as a positive development for JetBlue, potentially leading to short-term optimism among investors. The recent stock recovery also suggests improving sentiment.
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Spirit Airlines may be acquired by JetBlue if conditions are met. Spirit's stock has rallied 45% over the past month.
The potential for the merger to proceed, albeit with conditions, could continue to drive positive sentiment for Spirit's stock in the short term, as evidenced by the recent 45% rally.
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