United aims at budget travelers with 'Basic Economy' fares
NEW YORK (AP) — United Airlines is making a pitch to passengers at both ends of the plane — budget fliers and luxury passengers — as it attempts to boost profits.
Airline stocks soared in 2013 and 2014 as consolidation reduced the number of competitors.
[...] the stocks have fared less well because of falling fares and, especially recently, concern that fuel and labor costs are both heading higher.