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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Shreyashi Chakraborty

Spirit Airlines Reportedly Exploring Bankruptcy Filing, Shares Plunge

Spirit Airlines' shares plunged 30% in extended trading Thursday after reports emerged that the budget carrier is exploring filing for bankruptcy protection.

The airline is also negotiating an out-of-court agreement with bondholders to address its financial challenges following the collapse of its merger with JetBlue Airways, the Wall Street Journal reported citing people familiar with the matter.

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