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Lufthansa Group reports €1,3 billion Q3 operating profit
The Lufthansa Group achieved an operating profit
(Adjusted EBIT) of €1.3 billion in the third quarter, matching last year’s
level, and expects a significant profit increase for the full year 2025.
Revenue rose by four percent year-on-year to €11.2 billion, marking the
strongest quarter in the Group’s history.
For the first nine months, operating profit reached €1.5
billion, up €300 million on the previous year, supported by disciplined cost
management and the Lufthansa Airlines Turnaround Program.
CEO Carsten Spohr noted:
“This was our best summer in a decade, with flight
regularity above 99 percent and double-digit gains in punctuality. Passenger
satisfaction and employee engagement both reached record highs. The combination
of cost discipline, digital innovation, and stable demand gives us confidence
in a strong full-year result.”
Passenger airlines and cargo drive performance
The Group’s passenger airlines carried 42 million
travellers in the third quarter—three percent more capacity with a slightly
higher load factor of 87.5 percent. Segment revenue rose to €8.9 billion, with
an operating profit of €1.2 billion, supported by lower fuel costs and stable
premium demand.
Lufthansa Cargo continued its positive trend,
reporting a €49 million operating profit (up from €38 million). Lufthansa
Technik, despite robust demand, saw earnings decline due to tariff and currency
effects.
Financial position and outlook
Adjusted free cash flow nearly doubled to €1.8 billion
for the first nine months, while net debt fell to €5.1 billion. Liquidity
increased to €11.9 billion, providing a solid financial foundation for ongoing
fleet renewal and investment.
CFO Till Streichert emphasized:
“Despite a challenging third quarter, we remain on
track to exceed last year’s operating result. The fourth quarter looks
encouraging, especially for our long-haul and cargo businesses.”
Looking ahead
Advance bookings point to a stable demand environment
across all traffic regions. Lufthansa expects Adjusted EBIT for the full year
to be significantly above 2024’s €1.6 billion, with free cash flow around last
year’s level (€840 million).
With improved operations, robust cost control, and a
positive booking outlook, Lufthansa Group continues to strengthen its position
as Europe’s leading aviation network while pursuing disciplined, profitable
growth into 2026.
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