American Airlines Group (AAL) has a profit margin of -0.56%, below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 10.42%.
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American Airlines Group (AAL) currently reports a profit margin of -0.56% as of June 2026. That compares with 1.05% in the prior-year period — down 153.5% year over year. That is below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 10.42%. Use the charts on this page to explore American Airlines Group's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
American Airlines Group's profit margin decreased from 1.05% to -0.56% — a 153.5% year-over-year decrease (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
American Airlines Group's profit margin of -0.56% is lower than the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 10.42%. That is roughly 105.4% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.
There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but American Airlines Group's current -0.56% should be judged against Consumer Discretionary norms (sector average: 10.42%) and against AAL's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.
Start with the current profit margin of -0.56%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Consumer Discretionary average is 10.42%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for American Airlines Group, and consider following AAL for alerts when major investors trade the stock.