Malaysia Airlines operator posts higher earnings in 2025 but Middle East conflict clouds outlook

Published on 2 Apr 2026 7:07:48 PM

Malaysia Aviation Group, the operator of national carrier Malaysia Airlines, reported higher profits in 2025 but warned on Thursday (April 2) that Middle East tensions and market volatility could impact performance this year.

MAG president and group chief executive officer Nasaruddin A Bakar said geopolitical uncertainties continue to affect capacity, supply chains, and cost structures, but travel demand remained strong, particularly from India and China and on routes to Australia, New Zealand, and Britain.

Nasaruddin said MAG's airlines, which also include low-cost carrier Firefly, were actively reviewing and adjusting fares, adding that the company is estimated to see a financial impact of RM50mil on every dollar increase in oil prices.

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