JBLU

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JetBlue Airways Corporation · Airlines, Airports & Air Services · $2B

UQS Score — Balanced Preset
22.5
Poor

JetBlue Airways Corporation scores 22.5/100 using the Balanced preset.

UQS vs Industrials Sector
JBLU
22.5
Sector avg
42.4
Quality
Weak
Moat
Weak
Growth
Good
Risk
Weak
Valuation
Elevated

What is JetBlue Airways Corporation?

JetBlue Airways is a US-based passenger airline serving domestic and international routes across the Americas, Caribbean, and Latin America from its base in Long Island City, New York.

JetBlue generates revenue by selling seats on scheduled passenger flights. The airline operates a fleet of Airbus and Embraer aircraft across more than 100 destinations. It also holds a strategic partnership with American Airlines to improve connectivity for travelers in the Northeast United States.

JetBlue was incorporated in 1998 and began commercial operations in 2000, headquartered in Long Island City, New York.

  • Scheduled domestic passenger flights
  • Caribbean and Latin America routes
  • Northeast US connectivity via American Airlines partnership
  • Transatlantic service to select European destinations

Is JBLU a Good Stock to Buy?

UQS Score rates JBLU as Poor overall, reflecting broad weakness across most quality dimensions.

The Growth pillar registers as Neutral, suggesting the business is not in outright decline, and the airline continues to expand its route network.

Quality, Moat, and Risk all score Weak, while Valuation is rated Elevated — a combination that signals meaningful fundamental headwinds.

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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.

Does JBLU pay dividends?

No — JetBlue Airways Corporation does not currently pay a dividend.

JetBlue does not currently pay a dividend. Airlines in growth or restructuring phases typically retain available cash to fund operations, fleet investment, and debt obligations rather than returning capital to shareholders.

When does JBLU report earnings?

JetBlue reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, consistent with US-listed public companies.

The airline's results have reflected the broader pressures facing the industry — including fuel costs, labor expenses, and demand variability. Profitability has remained a challenge relative to stronger peers in the sector.

For the most recent quarter's results, visit JetBlue Airways Corporation's investor relations page directly.

JBLU Price History

-72.8% over 5Y

Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.

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What if I invested in JetBlue Airways Corporation?

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That's a -71.7% total return, or -22.3% annualized.

Based on JetBlue Airways Corporation's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does JetBlue Airways do?

JetBlue is a US passenger airline operating scheduled flights across domestic routes, the Caribbean, and Latin America. It runs a fleet of Airbus and Embraer aircraft and has a partnership with American Airlines for Northeast US connectivity.

Does JBLU pay dividends?

No, JetBlue does not pay a dividend. The company retains cash to manage operational costs and debt rather than distributing income to shareholders.

When does JBLU report earnings?

JetBlue reports on a standard quarterly schedule. For exact dates and the latest results, check the investor relations section of JetBlue's official website.

Is JBLU a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates JBLU as Poor, with Weak readings across Quality, Moat, and Risk pillars and an Elevated Valuation. That profile warrants careful scrutiny. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is JBLU overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar for JBLU is rated Elevated, meaning the current market price appears high relative to the underlying fundamental quality of the business.

What is JBLU's market cap bracket?

JetBlue is classified as a mid-cap stock based on its current market capitalization.

Is JBLU a long-term quality investment?

Long-term quality is assessed through the UQS framework across five pillars. JBLU's current Poor overall rating — driven by Weak Quality, Moat, and Risk scores — suggests limited structural advantages for long-term holders at this time.

What sector does JBLU belong to?

JetBlue is classified in the Industrials sector, within the airlines industry. Airline stocks are generally sensitive to fuel prices, labor costs, and macroeconomic travel demand.

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JBLU — Score History

1015202530Apr 2Apr 12Apr 22May 2May 12May 22May 24v5
Score changes· 15 most recent
DateUQSQualityMoatGrowthRiskValueChange
May 21, 202622.78.916.061.01.926.4-0.2
May 19, 202622.98.916.061.01.927.90.0
May 17, 202622.98.916.060.51.928.6-0.3
May 14, 202623.28.916.060.61.930.8+0.5
May 12, 202622.78.916.060.61.927.1+1.1
May 8, 202621.60.016.060.536.90.0-1.5
May 1, 202623.18.916.060.52.329.5+0.2
Apr 26, 202622.98.916.059.62.329.5+0.4
Apr 25, 202622.58.916.059.62.326.90.0
Apr 19, 202622.58.916.059.42.326.9-0.6

JBLU — Pillar Breakdown

Quality

8.9/100 (25%)

JetBlue Airways Corporation currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.

Capital Efficiency (ROIC)Weak

How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.

Return on EquityWeak

Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.

Operating ProfitabilityWeak

Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.

Net ProfitabilityWeak

Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.

Gross Profit / AssetsModerate

Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.

Cash GenerationWeak

Free cash flow relative to market value.

Growth

61.0/100 (20%)

JetBlue Airways Corporation demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.

Recent Revenue TrendWeak

Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.

3Y Revenue CAGRWeak

Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.

EPS GrowthStrong

Year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Forward Revenue OutlookStrong

Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.

Risk

1.9/100 (15%)

JetBlue Airways Corporation presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

Financial LeverageWeak

Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.

Debt/EquityWeak

Total debt relative to shareholder equity.

Current RatioWeak

Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.

Interest CoverageWeak

Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.

Valuation

25.5/100 (15%)

JetBlue Airways Corporation appears expensively valued relative to its fundamentals and growth prospects.

EV/EBITDA vs SectorWeak

Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.

Moat

16/100 (25%)

JetBlue Airways Corporation operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for JBLU.

Score Composition

Quality
8.9×25%2.2
Growth
61.0×20%12.2
Risk
1.9×15%0.3
Valuation
25.5×15%3.8
Moat
16.0×25%4.0
Total
22.5Poor

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How is the JBLU UQS Score Calculated?

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for JetBlue Airways Corporation is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses JetBlue Airways Corporation's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether JetBlue Airways Corporation is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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