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Lufthansa increases results despite rising fuel bill

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Briefings

Lufthansa Group reported a third-quarter profit of 1.407 billion euros, exceeding analyst forecasts despite a 27.1% surge in fuel costs. The group achieved a new revenue record of 12.240 billion euros, driven by strong demand and operational efficiency. However, Lufthansa's specific performance remains a concern, with its operational results falling 108 billion euros compared to the same period last year. Fuel costs are projected to rise further to 9.3 billion euros for the full year due to geopolitical tensions.

Key points

• Lufthansa Group achieved a third-quarter profit of 1.407 billion euros, exceeding analyst forecasts despite a 27.1% increase in fuel costs.
• Lufthansa's specific operational results fell 108 billion euros compared to the same period last year, raising concerns about its performance.

Context

The Lufthansa Group reported a third-quarter profit of 1.407 billion euros, exceeding analyst forecasts despite a 27.1% increase in fuel costs. The group achieved a new revenue record of 12.240 billion euros, driven by strong demand and operational efficiency. Lufthansa's specific performance remains a concern, with its operational results falling 108 billion euros compared to the same period last year.

Limitations

Data covers only the third quarter of 2026. Fuel cost projections for the full year are based on current geopolitical conditions and may change. Specific operational results for Lufthansa are lower than the group average, indicating potential issues with other subsidiaries.

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