Shares of Singapore Airlines (SIA) plunged more than 8% after the carrier reported a 59% decline in net profit for the first quarter of its 2025/2026 financial year, marking its steepest intra-day fall since August 2024.
Key Financials
Net Profit: S$186 million (US$144 million), down from last year.
Operating Profit: S$405 million, a 13.8% drop YoY.
Stock Performance: Currently trading 7.11% lower, after falling over 8% earlier in the day.
What Caused the Drop?
Lower interest income due to reduced cash balances and interest rate cuts.
Losses from associates, including a negative contribution from Air India.
In December 2024, SIA began equity accounting for Air India following the full merger of Vistara, taking a 25.1% stake.
Bright Spot
Despite the earnings hit, SIA noted that demand for air travel and cargo remains strong even amid geopolitical uncertainties.
Bottom Line
The steep profit decline highlights challenges from investment-related losses and lower interest income, overshadowing robust travel demand. Investors will be watching upcoming quarters to see if SIA can stabilize earnings while integrating its Air India stake.

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