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Sign InAs global carriers accelerate fleet renewals to capture surging long-haul demand, Boeing and Philippine Airlines have announced a commitment for up to 20 787 Dreamliner jets. The agreement includes a firm commitment for 15 787-10 airplanes with options for an additional 5 jets. This move is central to the airline's largest-ever widebody fleet expansion and modernization strategy aimed at growing its regional network.
This deal comes amid intensifying competition with Airbus, which has recently secured major orders from Asian peers such as Korean Air. Per market data, BA stock closed at $214.34 on July 16, 2026, as the company works to bolster its order book despite ongoing production hurdles. The 787-10 is the largest variant in the Dreamliner family, designed to offer superior fuel efficiency compared to the aging long-haul models it replaces.
Investors should watch for the formal conversion of this commitment into firm orders, which would provide a boost to Boeing's cash flow projections. Based on recent trading, the stock hit a low of $214.2 during the July 16, 2026 session. Markets are also looking ahead to critical economic catalysts, including Producer Price Index (PPI) data and upcoming speeches from Fed officials that could impact the broader industrial sector.