Boeing Shares Plummet Amid Delayed 737 MAX Production

Boeing's shares took a hit after its CEO revealed that stabilizing 737 MAX production is delayed, causing a 3.64% drop in stock price to USD 198.88 as of September 18, 2026.

The company's strong backlog of $715 billion supports future demand, but ongoing production delays increase costs and risk, which has investors on edge.

Boeing management maintains a free cash flow target for 2026 of $1-$3 billion and a long-term goal of $10 billion, but higher interest rates have made delayed cash flows less valuable to investors.

The market remains cautious, awaiting confirmation of the next production stabilization milestone controlled by the FAA, with a strong sell sentiment reflected in 99% of orders being sell orders on Pluang.