United Airlines Sees Elevated Fuel Costs Through 2027, Flags Margin Challenges
CEO Scott Kirby said fuel prices are expected to remain elevated throughout 2027. He said achieving United’s goal of double-digit pretax margins next year would probably require lower fuel costs.
United Airlines (NASDAQ: UAL) CEO Scott Kirby said on Wednesday that the carrier expects fuel prices to stay elevated through 2027. Kirby said lower fuel costs would probably be needed for United to reach its goal of double-digit pretax margins next year.