US EditionGlobal Airlines Set to Earn RM153bil in 2025 Amid Mounting Challenges: IATA
- The global airline industry's 2025 financial outlook has been revised to forecast net profits of $36 billion and record revenues of $979 billion, despite ongoing operational challenges and economic uncertainties.
- The updated forecast reflects a slight reduction from earlier projections due to trade tensions, supply chain constraints, and global economic uncertainties impacting airline growth.
- Key details include a 4% rise in passenger numbers to a record 4.99 billion, a 0.6% increase in air cargo to 69 million tonnes, and operating profits at $66 billion despite increased expenses of $913 billion.
- IATA Director General Willie Walsh noted jet fuel prices fell by 13% compared with 2024, supporting net margin growth from 3.4% to 3.7%, while emphasizing that “policymakers must keep this clearly in focus.”
- The outlook suggests the industry is resilient, flying more passengers and cargo than in 2024, but ongoing geopolitical risks, aircraft shortages, and regulatory complexity could limit expansion.
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According to the original report, IATA now expects net profits to reach $36 billion, compared to its previous forecast of $36.6 billion issued in December.This adjustment takes place amid commercial tensions and a marked decrease in consumer confidence, factors that have affected demand. Optimism persists despite challengesDespite current complications, IATA continues to project a year of record records in terms of travelers and total revenue.It…
IATA predicts 69 mn tonnes of air cargo in 2025 amid trade tensions - Cargo Insights
IATA forecasts slight growth in air cargo volumes for 2025 but cuts earlier projections due to global economic uncertainty The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revised its 2025 forecast, projecting global air cargo volumes to reach 69 million tonnes — a marginal 0.6% increase over 2024, but below its earlier estimate of 72.5 million tonnes. The air cargo sector witnessed an 11.3% growth in volumes last year, but slowing global …
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Airlines trim 2025 profit forecast amid trade tensions
Global airlines have marginally lowered their industry-wide profit forecast for 2025, citing mounting trade tensions, waning consumer confidence, and continued disruptions in aircraft deliveries. IATA now expects the sector to post a combined profit of $36 billion, down from its previous estimate of $36.6 billion issued in December 2024. In a statement released on Monday, IATA
IATA projects global airline profits of $36 billion in 2025; Africa’s airlines at $200 million
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has projected that global airlines will post a net profit of $36 billion in 2025, an increase from $32.4 billion in 2024, though slightly below the $36.6 billion forecast made in December. The post IATA projects global airline profits of $36 billion in 2025; Africa’s airlines at $200 million appeared first on Nairametrics.
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