Emirates Group, the parent of the Middle East’s largest airline, announced a substantial rise in half‑year profits despite regional turmoil. For the first half of the 2025‑2026 fiscal year, which began in April, the company reported earnings of 10.6 billion dirhams ($2.9 billion), a 13 % increase over the previous year. These profits, amounting to a record $3.3 billion before corporate tax introduced in 2023, mark the fourth consecutive year of record half‑year profitability.
Chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum said global demand for air transport and travel services has remained strong despite geopolitical events and economic concerns in some markets. The group’s revenues rose to $20.6 billion, up 4 % from $19.3 billion a year earlier, reflecting the resilience of demand. Sheikh Ahmed expects this trend to continue throughout the fiscal year, prompting Emirates to increase capacity and grow revenues.
The announcement comes amid regional instability, including a brief Israel‑Iran war, conflicts in Gaza, and attacks on targets in Qatar in June and September that disrupted flights for several Gulf carriers, including Emirates. Nevertheless, Emirates has maintained profitability by adapting to changing market conditions and responding to demand.
As the world’s largest long‑haul carrier, Emirates plays a significant role in global aviation. Its strong performance underscores the growing demand for air travel and tourism in the region. With a strategic location and an extensive network, Emirates is well positioned to capitalize on this trend and remain a major player in the global aviation industry.
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