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Latest IMF global forecasts provide some ‘green shoots’ for airlines
The IMF lowered its GDP and trade growth forecasts for 2019. But the forecasts for 2020 are more favourable. Click on the image for the full report
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Customer satisfaction becomes key for airlines as demand softens
IATA's 2019 Global Passenger Survey shows an improvement in satisfaction. This matters in the current difficult context for airlines. Click on the image for more.
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Significant regional variation in major operating cost items
Except for ticketing and sales, there is a high variation in the importance of key operational cost elements across regions. Click the image to read more.
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European airline failures despite good industry level performance
The best hedge against higher fuel costs or the impact of a weaker European economy is a healthy profit margin. Click the image to read more.
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How do competitiveness indicators matter for passenger growth?
Today, our traditional weekly chart takes a closer look at how travel and tourism competitiveness relates to passenger demand in selected emerging and developed economies.
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Oil price not likely to trigger recession this time
Despite the closure of Saudi Aramco facilities this week, global oil supplies are very high. This event is thus unlikely to trigger a recession. Click the image for more.
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Climate issue becoming material for airline investors
There seems to be an increasing concern about the impact of Flygskam (Flying Shame) on individual and business travel among European airline investors. Click the image for more.
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Intensified trade tensions pose downside risk for air cargo
The most recent set of tariffs puts further risks to the air cargo outlook, which has been weakening since the start of the trade war in September 2018. Click the image to find out more.
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Diverse International Growth Performance Across Key Routes
The divergence in freight and pax outcomes is evident across the key international routes. Click on the image to see full report
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Airline margins stabilizing in difficult business environment
Airlines' operating margins have stabilized since 2018Q4, but there are several cautionary notes. Click on the image to see full report
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