European aircraft manufacturer Airbus saw its adjusted operating profit fall nine percent year-on-year to 1.77 billion euros in the third quarter. The company announced this in today’s press release. The result essentially matches analysts’ estimates in a survey compiled by the company.
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Airbus revenue falls short of estimates. Aircraft maker banks on traditionally strong year-end
Revenue reached 17.47 billion euros, representing a two percent year-on-year decline. This is less than analysts’ estimates, which averaged 17.91 billion euros.
Airbus traditionally delivers more aircraft in the final months of the year, Reuters noted. In the past, however, it has been forced to lower its delivery targets toward the end of the year, as engine shortages and other supply chain constraints disrupted production. These pressures have recently begun to ease.
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“In the context of a complex geopolitical and operational environment, we are focused on deliveries while consistently maintaining quality. Our plan is clear, and our teams are committed to meeting our targets,” said the company’s CEO, Guillaume Faury.
Airbus’s main competitor is American manufacturer Boeing. It reduced its net loss in the third quarter to 116 million dollars from 5.3 billion dollars a year earlier. Its revenue rose four percent to 24.2 billion dollars, the company announced today in its earnings report. Airbus continues to outpace its American rival in this year’s deliveries, having handed over 574 aircraft so far in 2026 compared to Boeing’s 475.
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Source: ČTK
