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Cathay Pacific reports 71% profit rise amid strong demand, warns of Middle East conflict

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Cathay Pacific has announced a 71% increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, reaching HK$6.24 billion, attributed to robust demand. The airline group's overall revenue saw a significant jump of 25.3% to HK$68.06 billion. Despite positive performance across premium services, low-cost operations, and cargo, the company cautioned about potential headwinds from rising jet fuel prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. AI

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Cathay Pacific reports 71% profit rise amid strong demand, warns of Middle East conflict

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Lam Ka-sing ·

    Cathay Pacific posts 71% profit rise to HK$6.24 billion in first half of year

    Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways has reported a 71 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit to HK$6.24 billion (US$802 million) for the first six months of 2026, driven by stronger demand. Cathay Group chairman Guy Bradley, who delivered the interim results for the f…

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