United Airlines' big order speculation pushes up EADS and Boeing - Share wrap

Aircraft orders have been scarce in 2009, with Boeing and Airbus netting a combined total of just 11 orders (after cancellations) for the year to date. However, United Airlines' request yesterday for bids for up to 150 aircraft to replace its widebody fleet and some narrowbodies represents a strong counter cyclical opportunity for both manufacturers - and the airline. Airbus parent, EADS, was up 1.3% yesterday, while Boeing was up 4.6%.