What happened
Emirates Group reported a record $6.6 billion profit for the 2025-2026 financial year (April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026), with Emirates Airline alone contributing $6.2 billion. This marks the second consecutive year the Dubai-based carrier has been the world's most profitable airline, beating Delta Air Lines ($5 billion profit). Key metrics include a 16.2% profit margin, $35.7 billion in revenue, and a cash balance of $15.0 billion. The results come despite significant military disruptions in late February 2026 that affected Gulf air traffic. CEO Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum highlighted the resilience of the business model and the quick restoration of operations at DXB