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Emirates Airline Posts Record Net Profit Despite War Impact
On Thursday, Emirates announced a record full-year pre-tax profit of 24.4 billion dirhams, citing strong cash reserves as essential for navigating rising fuel costs and operational disruptions from the conflict in Iran.
The Emirates Group reported revenue growth of 3 per cent year on year, maintaining robust financial position amid the ongoing regional conflict in The Gulf.
Despite slight passenger decline, the airline restored 96 per cent of its global network since disruptions began, carrying 4.7 million passengers over the period.
CEO Sheikh Ahmed stated, "The Emirates Group enters with very strong cash reserves," enabling the carrier to progress with plans without knee-jerk cost control measures.
Aircraft deliveries and retrofits "will continue apace," said Group Chairman Sheikh Ahmed, with the group holding $15 billion in cash reserves at March year-end.