Air India plane crash: In pre-market trade today, June 13, Boeing share price was 1.5% lower at $200.54, signalling another weak session for the Boeing stock.
Boeing share price slides 2% in pre-market for 2nd day after deadly Air India plane crash. Buy, sell or hold?
Boeing Stock Plummets After Devastating Air India Crash
The Boeing Company experienced a significant stock market downturn following the tragic Air India plane crash on Thursday. The accident, involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, resulted in the loss of 265 lives and sent shockwaves through the aviation industry and Wall Street.
The Crash: The 12-year-old aircraft, registered as VT-ANB, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, en route to London. This marks the first total loss of a 787 Dreamliner since its introduction over a decade ago.
Impact on Boeing: The crash caused a near 5% drop in Boeing's share price during overnight US trading.
Market Reaction: The stock opened nearly 5.5% lower at $202.17, dipping further to $201.28 before closing at $203.75, a 4.79% decrease. This marks the third consecutive day of decline.
Pre-Market Dip: Pre-market trading on June 13th showed shares down a further 1.5% at $200.54, suggesting continued downward pressure.
Analyst Perspective: Despite the immediate negative reaction, Anshul Jain, Head of Research at Lakshmishree Investments, offers a more optimistic outlook. He points out that Boeing's stock had recently broken out of a significant technical pattern, suggesting further upward potential.
"The current dip is a knee-jerk reaction from weak bulls rather than a structural breakdown. The breakout remains intact, and any pullback toward the $185–192 zone should be viewed as a buying opportunity. Strong momentum and pattern confirmation support further upside in the coming weeks."
The 787's Significance: With 1,148 787 Dreamliners currently in service globally, the aircraft represents a crucial revenue stream for Boeing. The long-term impact of this tragic accident on the company's financial performance remains to be seen.