Maersk raises outlook again as AI buildout, port congestion keep freight rates high
- Maersk raised its 2026 profit guidance for the third time, citing congested ports, strong consumer demand, and artificial-intelligence investments that kept container freight rates high.
- Maersk now expects 2026 underlying EBITDA of $14 billion to $14.5 billion, up from its previous range of $10.5 billion to $12.5 billion.
- The company expects underlying operating profit of $8 billion to $8.5 billion, compared with its earlier range of $4.5 billion to $6.5 billion.
- Third-Quarter EBITDA rose 75% to $4.7 billion, while CEO Vincent Clerc said global trade remained resilient.
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According to the Danish group, revenues amounted to $46,822 million (about €41,656 million), a similar increase of 15%.
The world's second-largest container shipping company's share price is falling sharply today after a quick report was published today. Danish Maersk's third-quarter operating profit more than doubled and the company raised its annual profit forecast for the second time in three months, but the numbers still fell short of analysts' expectations. The share price fell nearly 12 percent today.
Maersk raises 2026 profit guidance again as rates stay high
Maersk ups 2026 profit guidance again as rates stay high
Danish shipping group Maersk has raised its 2026 profit guidance for a third time, as congested ports, strong consumer demand and investments into artificial intelligence kept container freight rates elevated.
As a result of growth, the shipping group Maersk has adjusted its expectations for the year's operating profit upwards.
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