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China Airlines Reports Record-Breaking Nine-Month Profit with EPS of NT$1.8
Transportation · Airlines · economic_daily · 2026-11-06
China Airlines achieved record revenue and profit for the first three quarters of the year, driven by strong passenger demand and robust air cargo growth from the AI sector.
What Happened
Record Financial Results: China Airlines announced record-breaking financial results for the first nine months of the year, with consolidated revenue reaching NT$185.94 billion and net profit hitting NT$12.62 billion. Earnings per share (EPS) stood at NT$1.8, marking a historic high for the period. The third quarter alone also set new benchmarks for both revenue and profit performance.
Passenger Segment Growth: Driven by a strong summer travel season, the airline's passenger revenue for the first three quarters grew by 14.35% year-on-year to NT$106.79 billion. The company continues to expand its capacity by integrating new A350-900 and A321neo aircraft into its fleet, with further deliveries of 787 jets and cabin upgrades planned to optimize service.
Cargo Market Strength: Cargo revenue surged by 29.16% to NT$62.91 billion during the first nine months, fueled by high demand for AI servers and semiconductor equipment. The third quarter saw a significant year-on-year cargo revenue increase of 37.47%, reflecting a favorable market environment characterized by both higher volumes and improved pricing power.
Positive Fourth-Quarter Outlook: Looking ahead to the fourth quarter, the airline expects the year-end shopping season in Europe and North America to sustain strong cargo demand. Management anticipates that e-commerce and traditional industry shipments will continue to bolster the company's performance as it heads into the final stretch of the year.