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IATA Economics

Analysis of economic and policy developments affecting the financial performance of the global airline industry.

Latest Outlook

Financial Forecast - Sep 08
The outlook for the industry based on IATA's financial forecast to 2008.
Briefing Note (pdf)
Presentation (pdf)

Business Confidence Survey - Oct 08
IATA's quarterly survey of airline business confidence gives a forward looking view of industry prospects.
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Recent Results

Monthly Traffic Analysis - Nov 08
Analysis of how the industry has performed in terms of international traffic and utilisation during the most recent month.
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Jet Fuel Price Monitor
Weekly statistics and analysis on the price of jet fuel globally and in the regions.
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Recent Key Issue Briefings

The case for liberalisation - Oct 08
Presentation outlining the benefits to consumers, industry and economies of greater commercial freedoms for air transport. Presentation (pdf)

Oil & jet fuel price outlook - Oct 08
Outlook for oil and jet fuel prices given production and economic factors affecting the market.
Full report (pdf)
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Financial Health Monitor - Nov 08
Monthly review of industry financial performance.
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Cargo Market Analysis - Q3 08
Quartely chartbook with analysis of cargo market financial performance and outlook. More... (pdf)