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Qantas Airways Limited (ASX: QAN)
Qantas Airways Limited (ASX: QAN) provided a market update as of 25 October 2024, indicating that first-half trading remains aligned with projections. Demand within both Qantas and Jetstar segments remains stable, underscoring strong market positioning across the portfolio. Jetstar Domestic has outpaced initial unit revenue expectations, driven by higher-than-anticipated travel demand, while Qantas Domestic continues to see annual improvements in load factors and corporate travel demand, further supporting growth trends.The $400 million on-market share buyback program announced in FY24 is approximately 45% complete, executed at an average price of $7.23, with completion expected by 31 December 2024. Additionally, the residual $31 million buyback from the first half of FY24 has now concluded. In operational developments, Qantas and Jetstar maintain a significant presence in the Tasmanian market, currently operating 240 weekly flights to and from Tasmania, affirming the Group's commitment to servicing high-demand routes across its domestic network.
Qantas Airways Group has updated its outlook for the first half of FY25, forecasting a 3-5% increase in Group Domestic RASK relative to the prior period. For Group International RASK, prior guidance remains intact, anticipating a decline of 7-10% year-on-year as global capacity continues to normalize. The Group expects at least a 10% growth in Underlying EBIT for FY25, although earnings in H1 FY25 will be impacted by fair value adjustments linked to the launch of Classic Plus Flight Rewards, as previously noted. The Group is advancing its fleet renewal program, which will be pivotal in achieving its long-term strategic goals. The addition of new aircraft is expected to create broader opportunities for the workforce, while enhancing passenger comfort and significantly reducing both noise and emissions per seat. This commitment reflects Qantas’s balanced approach to value creation, aimed at delivering sustained benefits for customers, employees, and shareholders alike. Qantas Group anticipates fuel costs to reach approximately $2.55 billion for the first half of FY25, factoring in hedging and gross carbon expenses amid ongoing geopolitical volatility impacting fuel prices. The Group remains committed to disciplined hedging aligned with its long-term risk management practices, positioning it to capitalize on potential declines in jet fuel costs. Significant investments in next-generation aircraft are expected to bring nearly half of Qantas and Jetstar’s narrowbody fleets into this category by 2027. This transition is aimed at enhancing passenger comfort, reducing carbon emissions, and bolstering operational efficiency. The Group’s resilient dual-brand strategy, supported by Qantas Loyalty, reinforces the stability of its financial fundamentals even under uncertain conditions. Qantas’s strong balance sheet and proactive measures to rebuild brand reputation suggest a positive outlook for both Qantas and Jetstar, with many opportunities to drive sustained growth.
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