The CEO and executives at Japan Airlines took pay cuts due to misconduct by 2 cabin crew members. The airline said that it considered the incident an "extremely serious management failure.
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (OTCPK:JAPSY) Q1 2026 Earnings Conference Call July 30, 2025 3:30 AM ET Company Participants Masao Yumisaki - Executive Officer and Senior Vice President of Finance, Accounting & Business Administration Shuei Nishizawa - Finance Director Yuji Saito - Executive VP, Representative Director, Head of Corporate Division & Group CFO Conference Call Participants Hirokane - Unidentified Company Kouki Ozawa - Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co., Ltd.
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Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Japan Airlines reported strong earnings driven by lower fuel costs, international and cargo revenue growth, and improved load factors, despite rising operating expenses. Full-year sales increased by 11.6%, with significant growth in international and cargo revenues, while domestic revenues saw modest growth. The stock has a 27% upside potential based on FY25 earnings, supported by stronger-than-expected EBITDA and free cash flow projections for FY26 and FY27.
Japan Airlines reported a 10.9% revenue increase for the nine months ending December 2024, driven by strong growth in cargo and international passenger revenues. Despite revenue growth, total expenses rose by 11%, with fuel and non-fuel costs increasing, resulting in only 10% of revenue translating to the bottom line. The stock trades at 4x EV/EBITDA, below its median of 5.4x, suggesting it's undervalued; I maintain my buy rating.
Japan Airlines was hit by a cyberattack on Thursday affecting its internal and external systems, broadcaster NTV said.
Japan Airlines' Q2 results showed a 9.9% revenue growth, but EBIT declined due to rising costs outpacing capacity growth, impacting operating margins. Despite challenges, Japan Airlines expects a stronger second half, with a forecasted 17% EBIT growth, presenting potential upside if targets are met. Analysts predict a lower EBIT than the company, suggesting additional upside if Japan Airlines achieves its forecast, with a FY25 price target of $11.47.
Japan Airlines does not expect flight cancellations or delays as a result of inspections ordered by Europe's air safety regulator on engines of Airbus A350-1000 jets, it said on Friday.
Japan Airlines' FY2023 financial results showed strong revenue growth, particularly in the international passenger segment. Despite challenges in the cargo business, the LCC arm of operations saw significant revenue growth. FY2024 guidance indicates potential for revenue growth and EBIT margin expansion, making Japan Airlines' stock still a buy with a 31% upside.