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Thai Airways profit falls as fuel costs and Middle East uncertainty weigh on second quarter

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Thai Airways International reported a sharp year-on-year decline in second-quarter profit despite higher passenger revenue and reduced operations during the April-June period. The national carrier identified elevated fuel costs and continued uncertainty in the Middle East as primary risks to its near-term performance.

Discovered 2026-08-11T21:35:33.909016-07:00 | 2026-08-11T21:35:33.909016-07:00

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  • Higher fuel costs are eroding Thai Airways’ profitability even as passenger revenue grows, underscoring the sensitivity of airline earnings to operating-cost inflation.
  • Continued Middle East uncertainty remains a primary risk for the carrier, potentially affecting network planning, demand and operating conditions.
  • The decline came despite reduced operations during the April-June quarter, highlighting pressure on financial performance beyond capacity decisions.

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