NEW YORK, Oct 23 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- As major US airlines reported their third quarter (Q3) operating results, rising fuel costs put pressure on their profit margins despite strong travel demand, reported Xinhua.
World : High Fuel Costs Squeeze Major Us Airlines' Profits Despite Strong Revenues
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Rising fuel costs pressured US airlines' profits despite strong revenues, with American Airlines reporting a Q3 loss and lowered outlook.
- American Airlines reported a Q3 net loss of $269 million despite record revenues of $16.3 billion.
- Fuel costs increased by $1.9 billion, with expected fourth-quarter expenses rising by $2.8 billion year over year.
- Southwest Airlines posted a $270 million net income, but faced similar challenges from rising operating costs.
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