People·October 21, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT·1 source
United ‘Still Solidly Profitable’ as Fuels Costs Rise, CEO Kirby Says
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What happened
- United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the company remains “still solidly profitable” despite rising fuel costs.
- Kirby said United can pass along higher fuel costs and continues to see strong customer demand.
- Kirby also discussed a wealth tax and other US social and policy issues on Bloomberg Surveillance.
Why it matters
United’s comments matter to markets and credit professionals assessing airline profitability, fuel-cost exposure and pricing power. The remarks also provide management’s view of current travel demand.
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Timeline
- EarlierOct 20United CEO Kirby Defends Support of a US Wealth Tax
- EarlierOct 20United Airlines, Inc.: Results of operations
- EarlierOct 20United Airlines Misses Estimates, Squeezed by Soaring Fuel Costs
- EarlierOct 21United Airlines set to open its biggest airport lounge in $2.6 billion overhaul at Houston hub
- First reported by BloombergOct 21United ‘Still Solidly Profitable’ as Fuels Costs Rise, CEO Kirby Says
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