Qatar Airways Group Delivers Robust Financial Performance Despite Global Economic Instability

Qatar Airways Group posts QAR 7.08bn net profit (US$1.94bn) for financial year 2025/26, demonstrating prudent growth and operational resilience

Financial Highlights
- Net Profit: QAR 7.08bn (US$1.94bn)
- Passengers Carried: 41.8 million
- Cargo Volume: 1.43 million tonnes (12% global market share)
- On-Time Performance: 86%, earning the Cirium Platinum Award

Strategic Achievements
- Fleet Expansion: Agreements with Boeing & GE Aerospace for up to 210 aircraft and 400 engines — one of the largest commitments in aviation history.
- World’s Best Airline: Skytrax named Qatar Airways World’s Best Airline 2025 for a record ninth time. - Connectivity: First airline with a fully Starlink-equipped widebody fleet (777, A350, 787-8), offering free high-speed inflight internet.
- Airport Excellence: Hamad International Airport awarded Best in the Middle East for the 11th consecutive year, plus Best Airport Shopping globally for the third year running.
- Cargo Leadership: Reinforced position as the world’s largest international air cargo carrier.

Leadership & Workforce
CEO Hamad Al-Khater emphasized resilience, praising the 57,800 employees across 90 countries for maintaining standards during geopolitical challenges.

Looking Ahead
- Expanding to 160+ destinations by summer 2026.
- Continued investment in passenger experience, connectivity, and operational excellence.
- Strong balance sheet and partnerships underpinning growth despite global instability.

This performance underscores Qatar Airways’ ability to balance financial strength, operational reliability, and innovation, even in turbulent times.