United Airlines reported a strong second quarter in 2024, achieving pre-tax earnings of $1.7 billion and diluted earnings per share of $3.96. The company's revenue diversity advantages, including premium revenue and Basic Economy revenue, drove near-top-of-industry margins. United is strategically managing costs and capacity, expecting further improvements as industry-wide oversupply eases.
Achieved pre-tax earnings of $1.7 billion with an 11.6% pre-tax margin.
Diluted earnings per share reached $3.96, aligning with initial guidance.
Premium revenue grew by 8.5%, and Basic Economy revenue increased by 38% year-over-year.
Strategic cost management led to a 4.8% decrease in CASM.
United expects leading unit revenue performance among its largest peers in the second half of the third quarter. The airline anticipates domestic capacity reductions and is positioned to benefit from its revenue diversity advantages.
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