LAS VEGAS, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announced that Scott DeAngelo, executive vice president and chief marketing officer, has resigned. His last day with the company will be Sept. 30.DeAngelo joined the company in 2018 and immediately set to work establishing a marketing and advertising strategy that has led to multiple awards and recognitions, including USA TODAY's Readers' Choice Awards for Best Airline Credit Card and Best Frequent Flyer Program."We are grateful to Scot ...

It is a well-documented fact that inflation in the United States has been cooling over the past few months. The favorable inflation readings have made market watchers hopeful of a rate cut soon. Lower interest rates bring down borrowing costs, boosting economic growth. Healthy economic data released recently also bode well.To take advantage of this brightening picture, investors are advised to have broker-favored stocks like AdvanSix (ASIX) , Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT) , CVR Energy (CVI) , Warner Bros. ...

Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT) recently reported disappointing traffic numbers for July 2024. Scheduled traffic (measured in revenue passenger miles) fell 1.7% from the July 2023 levels. Capacity (measured in available seat miles) for scheduled service grew 2.4% year over year. As traffic failed to outpace capacity expansion, the load factor (percentage of seats filled by passengers) in July 2024 declined to 87.5% from 91.2% a year ago.Total departures (scheduled services) improved 2.7% in July 2024 from a ...

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today reported preliminary passenger traffic results for July 2024.Scheduled Service – Year Over Year ComparisonJuly 2024 July 2023 Change Passengers 1,897,963 1,934,464 (1.9 %) Revenue passenger miles (000) 1,683,321 1,711,901 (1.7 %) Available seat miles (000) 1,923,205 1,877,266 2.4 % Load factor 87.5 % 91.2 %  (3.7pts) Departures 12,580 12,252 2.7 % Average stage length (miles) 870 867 0.3 %   Total System* - Year Over Year ...

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Allegiant Rewards Visa® Is Top Ranked For Sixth Consecutive Year LAS VEGAS, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) travelers have spoken, and their customer satisfaction and loyalty has propelled the airline to new heights once again. The premier airline for leisure travel, connecting small to medium-sized cities to top vacation destinations, has been named as the number one Best Airline Credit Card and Best Frequent Flyer program in USA TODAY's 10Best 2024 Readers' Choice Awards.This is the ...

Financial Performance - Operating income for Q2 2024 was $34.9 million, with an operating margin of 5.2%, while total operating revenue decreased by 2.6% to $666.3 million compared to Q2 2023[70]. - Passenger revenue decreased by 7.5% in Q2 2024, primarily due to an 11.0% drop in average scheduled service base fare and a 3.1% decrease in passengers flown[88]. - Total average ancillary fare increased by 5.0% to $75.34 in Q2 2024, driven by growth in seats, bags, and co-brand credit card revenue[70]. - The company recorded a special charge of $20.1 million in Q2 2024, which included a ratification bonus of $10.8 million for flight attendants and $9.3 million for accelerated depreciation due to early aircraft retirements[70]. - Salaries and benefits expense increased by $32.8 million, or 18.5 percent, in Q2 2024 compared to Q2 2023, driven by a 10.2 percent increase in full-time equivalent employees and a $23.7 million accrual for pilot retention bonuses[92]. - Aircraft fuel expense rose by $7.4 million, or 4.6 percent, in Q2 2024, primarily due to a 5.2 percent increase in average fuel cost per gallon[93]. - Depreciation and amortization expense increased by $11.4 million, or 21.2 percent, in Q2 2024, largely due to $6.0 million related to the Sunseeker Resort[94]. - Passenger revenue decreased by $77.6 million, or 6.2 percent, for the six months ended June 30, 2024, attributed to an 8.0 percent decrease in average scheduled service base fare[101]. - Third-party products revenue increased by $15.6 million, or 28.3 percent, for the six months ended June 30, 2024, driven by a 38.4 percent increase in co-brand credit card revenues[101]. - Operating CASM, excluding fuel, increased by 9.9 percent to 8.54 cents for the six months ended June 30, 2024, primarily due to a $64.4 million increase in salaries and benefits expense[103]. - Special charges recorded in Q2 2024 totaled $18.1 million, including $9.3 million of accelerated depreciation from the early retirement of 21 airframes[96]. - Interest expense for the quarter increased by $1.8 million, primarily due to a $58.5 million increase in outstanding principal[97]. - Income tax expense for Q2 2024 was $4.3 million at an effective tax rate of 24.0 percent, compared to $27.9 million at the same rate in Q2 2023[98]. - Other operating expense increased by $2.5 million, or 7.7 percent, in Q2 2024, driven by an $8.1 million increase in Sunseeker Resort operating expenses[95]. Operational Efficiency - The airline's controllable completion factor was 99.7% in Q2 2024, indicating high operational efficiency[70]. - The airline's operating CASM, excluding fuel and special charges, increased by 5.6% to 8.23 cents in Q2 2024 compared to Q2 2023[91]. - Total passengers decreased by 2.8% year-over-year to 4,621,848 in Q2 2024[1]. - Available seat miles (ASMs) decreased by 0.8% year-over-year to 5,013,209 thousands in Q2 2024[1]. - Airline operating expense per ASM (CASM) increased by 9.2% year-over-year to 12.02 cents in Q2 2024[1]. - Total passenger revenue per ASM (TRASM) decreased by 4.5% year-over-year to 13.03 cents in Q2 2024[1]. Cash Flow and Debt - Cash, cash equivalents, and investment securities decreased to $851.1 million as of June 30, 2024, from $870.7 million at December 31, 2023[19]. - Debt and finance lease obligations decreased by $44.5 million to $2.24 billion as of June 30, 2024[21]. - Operating cash inflows provided $236.7 million during the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $346.6 million in the same period of 2023[22]. - Cash used for investing activities was $109.8 million during the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $517.8 million in the same period of 2023[23]. - Current share repurchase authority is $75.7 million, with no repurchases made since December 2023[20]. Fuel and Commodity Risks - Aircraft fuel expenses accounted for 26.7% of total operating expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2024[131]. - A hypothetical 10% increase in the average price per gallon of fuel would have increased fuel expenses by approximately $34.6 million[131]. - As of June 30, 2024, the company had $434.9 million of variable-rate debt, with a potential $2.2 million increase in interest expense for a 100 basis point change in interest rates[132]. - The company is subject to market risks, particularly related to commodity prices such as aircraft fuel[130]. - The company does not hedge fuel price risk, exposing it to volatility in fuel costs[131]. Strategic Initiatives - The company has signed agreements with Boeing for 50 new 737 MAX aircraft, with expectations of only four deliveries in 2024 due to ongoing delays[73][74]. - The Sunseeker Resort opened in December 2023, but is expected to incur losses in its first year of operations despite positive customer reviews[83]. - The ability to successfully operate the Sunseeker Resort is a key strategic focus for future growth[126]. - Forward-looking statements include expectations regarding aircraft utilization and revenue management system improvements[125]. - The company has a joint alliance planned with VivaAerobus, which may impact future operations[125]. - Risks include reliance on third parties for aircraft delivery and potential regulatory impacts on operations[126].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported consolidated net income of $32.5 million for Q2 2024, yielding an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.77, with consolidated EBITDA at $118.3 million and an EBITDA margin of 17.8% [39] - Adjusted net income at the airline was $41 million, resulting in an airline EPS of $2.24, driven by stronger than anticipated top-line revenue and better cost performance [40] - Average fuel cost was $2.83 per gallon, slightly below the guidance of $2.90, with an estimate of $2.80 for Q3 [40] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Airline revenue for Q2 2024 was $649.5 million, with a TRASM of $13.03, marking a year-over-year decrease of approximately 4.5% [33] - The airline achieved a controllable completion factor of 99.7%, among the best in the industry, and an adjusted operating margin of 10.3% [17] - Ancillary revenue increased year-over-year in Q2, highlighting improvements despite the loss of functionality with the Navitaire system [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted that nearly half of its customers have annual household incomes exceeding $100,000, indicating a strong customer base [28] - The net promoter score rose to 67%, a 12-point increase from the previous quarter, reflecting improved customer satisfaction [28] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on increasing peak period utilization, optimizing the Navitaire revenue management system, and integrating new Boeing aircraft into service [16] - The management team is exploring strategic alternatives for Sunseeker, including potential divestment, while working with Prospect Hotel Advisors to improve financial performance [25][66] - The company aims to grow profitably with 75% of its routes being non-competitive, positioning itself well for future growth [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the company's ability to return to acceptable margin profiles by increasing utilization and operational efficiency [38] - The airline industry is facing challenges due to capacity issues and regulatory changes, but Allegiant's unique business model is expected to provide resilience [11][12] - The company anticipates improved performance starting later in 2024 and into 2025 as it executes its strategic initiatives [21] Other Important Information - The company suspended its dividend to focus on managing liquidity and preparing for aircraft deliveries [43] - The forecasted cash loss for Sunseeker for the year is approximately $15 million, with a full-year EBITDA loss of $25 million [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the timeline for Sunseeker to reach profitability? - Management indicated that they are exploring all options, including optimizing the existing asset and engaging with potential strategic partners, but did not provide a specific timeline for profitability [52][66] Question: What is limiting the company from achieving desired aircraft utilization? - The main constraints have been stabilized staffing levels, particularly with pilots, and inefficiencies related to Boeing delivery delays [58][61] Question: What is the catalyst for the review of Sunseeker's performance? - The review was prompted by the need to assess the property's performance and explore strategic alternatives as the company gears up for peak periods in 2025 [66]

For the quarter ended June 2024, Allegiant Travel (ALGT) reported revenue of $666.28 million, down 2.6% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $1.77, compared to $4.35 in the year-ago quarter.The reported revenue represents a surprise of +1.11% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $659 million. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.84, the EPS surprise was +110.71%.While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Stre ...

Exhibit 99.1 ALLEGIANT TRAVEL COMPANY SECOND QUARTER 2024 FINANCIAL RESULTS Second quarter 2024 GAAP diluted earnings per share of $0.75 Second quarter 2024 diluted earnings per share, excluding special charges, of $1.77 Second quarter 2024 airline only diluted earnings per share, excluding special charges, of $2.24 (1)(3) (1)(3) ANNOUNCED STRATEGIC REVIEW OF SUNSEEKER RESORT LAS VEGAS. July 31, 2024 — Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today reported the following financial results for the second quar ...