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European Airlines Enjoy ‘Strong’ Financial Performance – IATA Report
SOURCE: BTN EUROPE, 12/9

European airlines are set to achieve the “strongest financial performance” in 2025 and 2026 compared with other regions, according to the latest financial outlook from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

IATA said that airlines globally were set to make a combined profit of $39.5 billion this year, which is forecast to increase to $41 billion next year, although the net profit per passenger is set to remain at around $7.90 in both 2025 and 2026.

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