14 April 2026Markets & Economy
Korean Air defies jet fuel fears with earnings surprise
Korean Air's shares are climbing despite industry-wide concerns about fuel costs — proof that operational excellence can override macro headwinds, at least temporarily. The earnings surprise comes as airlines globally are bracing for higher fuel expenses, making Korean Air's performance a useful stress test for the sector. Either they've found efficiencies others haven't, or they're better at hedging energy costs. The jet fuel fears affecting other carriers haven't disappeared; Korean Air just isn't feeling them yet.
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