JP Morgan Rates Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V (AERO) buy
Analyst Guilherme Mendes sees significant upside for the Mexican carrier even as other Wall Street firms take a more cautious stance.
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JP Morgan rated Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V ($AERO) "buy" with a $26.50 price target on June 12, 2026.
Since the rating, $AERO is up 0.3% after 1 week, down 11.8% after 1 month and down 7.8% to date (from the $17.34 close on Jun 12, 2026).
Key Points
- JP Morgan analyst Guilherme Mendes reiterated a Buy rating on Grupo Aeromexico (NYSE: AERO) on June 12, 2026, setting a price target of $26.50.
- JP Morgan's $26.50 price target implies 50.48% upside from Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V's ($AERO) current $17.61 share price.
- The stock is currently trading around $17.61, positioned above its 200-day moving average of $16.94 but below the analyst's high-end expectations.
- Wall Street sentiment remains generally positive with a consensus buy recommendation and an average price target of $26.82 among nine analysts.
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JP Morgan is keeping its positive outlook on Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V (NYSE: AERO). On June 12, 2026, analyst Guilherme Mendes reiterated a Buy rating on the airline, maintaining a price target of $26.50. This call suggests the firm sees plenty of room for the stock to climb from its recent levels.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
The move by JP Morgan aligns with a broader sense of optimism among researchers, though not everyone is quite as bullish. While Mendes is calling for a $26.50 price point, other firms are keeping a closer eye on the risks. For example, on June 18, 2026, Jefferies initiated coverage on the stock with a Hold rating and a more conservative price target of $20.00.
Looking at the wider field, nine different analysts currently cover the company. Their combined views result in a consensus Buy recommendation. The average price target across the group sits at $26.82, with a high estimate of $30.00 and a low of $20.00. JP Morgan’s target is right in the middle of that range, suggesting a steady confidence in the carrier's recovery and growth.
Aeromexico Stock Performance
On Saturday, the stock was priced at $17.61. This puts the shares in a healthy spot compared to their recent history. The stock is trading well above its 50-day moving average of $15.25 and its 200-day moving average of $16.94. Moving averages are simply the average stock price over those specific timeframes, helping investors see the general direction of the trend.
With a 52-week range between $12.26 and $23.05, the current price is closer to the top end of its yearly performance. The company currently has a very low P/E ratio of 1.12, which measures the stock price against its earnings per share. A low P/E can sometimes suggest a stock is undervalued, though investors often look at the forward P/E, which for Aeromexico stands at 7.96.
$AERO price target
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Recent Earnings Trends
Grupo Aeromexico has shown steady growth in its most recent financial reports. The company reported revenue of $5.68 billion, representing a 12.6% increase in sales. While the airline business is known for tight margins, the company maintained a net margin of 3.78% and a return on equity of 14.2%. Investors looking for the next update on these figures should mark their calendars for October 20, 2026, when the company is expected to release its next round of quarterly results.
About Grupo Aeromexico
Grupo Aeromexico is the flagship airline of Mexico, based in Mexico City. It operates a massive network of flights carrying passengers and cargo across Mexico, the United States, Europe, and Asia. Beyond just flying planes, the company manages a popular loyalty program and provides specialized aviation training. As the travel industry continues to stabilize, the company’s ability to connect Latin America with the rest of the world remains its primary driver.
What to Watch at Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V
Investors should keep an eye on how the stock reacts to the upcoming earnings report in October. While the JP Morgan reiteration is a positive sign, the cautious Hold rating from Jefferies shows that Wall Street is still weighing the airline's growth against broader economic pressures. It is important to remember that analyst ratings are opinions based on available data at a specific time and do not guarantee future stock performance.
Source: JP Morgan's rating change on $AERO (Jun 12, 2026). Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts
