Spirit CEO calls recent speculation on its future a “misguided narrative”

Spirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie has called the recent speculation over its future should the JetBlue merger not succeed a “misguided narrative” that has been pushed by various “pundits” in its fourth quarter 2023 earnings call. The $3.8 billion merger deal was blocked by the US Department of Justice in accordance with anti-competition laws. Both airlines have appealed the decision and expect a decision later in the year. Christie stated that the company would not comment further or answer questions regarding the merger during the rest of the earnings call, only that the merger would be a “compelling combination” for