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Sep 30, 2023
JetBlue Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Reported a net loss due to weather-related impacts and rising fuel prices, but focused on cost control and customer service.
Key Takeaways
JetBlue reported a net loss of $153 million for Q3 2023, impacted by weather and rising fuel prices, while system capacity increased by 7.1% year-over-year. The company is focused on cost savings and expanding transatlantic service to drive future growth.
Net loss of $153 million, or $(0.46) per share, and an adjusted net loss of $129 million, or $(0.39) per share.
System capacity increased 7.1% year-over-year.
Operating revenue totaled $2.4 billion, a decrease of 8.2% year-over-year.
Average fuel price was $2.94 per gallon, including hedges.
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Forward Guidance
JetBlue anticipates healthy travel demand during peak periods and the fourth quarter holidays, but industry capacity is outpacing domestic demand during off peak travel periods.
Positive Outlook
- ASM growth between 0.5% - 3.5%
- Fuel price per gallon between $3.05 - $3.20
- Focus on managing capacity and reducing schedules in off-peak periods.
- Structural cost program on track to deliver approximately $70 million in cost savings this year.
- Fleet modernization program expected to generate $55 million in cost savings by the end of this year.
Challenges Ahead
- Revenue decrease between (10.5%) - (6.5%)
- CASM ex-Fuel increase between 8.5% - 10.5%
- Adjusted Loss per Share (EPS) between ($0.55) - ($0.35)
- Air traffic control and weather-related delays.
- Industry capacity outpacing domestic demand during off peak travel periods.