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Emirates records 5 point 4 billion net profit as Iran war disrupts travel
International
Published on 7 May 2026
Fuel hedging and cash buffers kept profits soaring
Emirates posted a record $5.4 billion net profit, crediting strong cash reserves and effective fuel hedging for buffering the shock from the Iran war and surging jet fuel prices. Even with disruptions, the airline is continuing aircraft deliveries and launching a retrofit program to bring capacity back toward pre-disruption levels.
- Emirates reported a record $5.4 billion net profit
- Cash reserves and fuel hedging helped offset Iran war disruption
- Jet fuel price rises added pressure but did not derail results
- Airline plans deliveries and retrofits to restore capacity
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The Economic Times