Lufthansa Defies Border Policy Concerns, Expects Growth In 2025: Report

Even with tougher border policies enacted under President Donald Trump, German airline Deutsche Lufthansa DLAKY reportedly has seen no drop in bookings between the U.S. and Europe.

According to a Reuters report, CFO Till Streichert noted that the airline’s transatlantic operations are continuing to thrive, with expected strong earnings growth.

This positive outlook contrasts with recent trends observed by other airlines. Recently, Delta Air Lines lowered its first-quarter revenue and profit guidance, with its outlook impacted by recent declines in consumer confidence amid economic uncertainty.

The report further noted Virgin Atlantic said that, even though 2025 started strong, there are signs that demand in the U.S. has slowed.

In other news, On Tuesday, Lufthansa announced the deployment of four Airbus A350-900s from Frankfurt since the start of the summer schedule, with two more set to arrive in May and July. These aircraft will serve routes to Seoul, Shanghai, Denver, and Seattle. The A350-900 offers improved efficiency, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 30%. Lufthansa plans to add 61 new aircraft by 2027 as part of its major fleet renewal.

Additionally, Lufthansa and the UFO union have reached a new part-time collective agreement, effective retroactively from January 1, 2025. The agreement enhances work-life balance for cabin crew while providing more flexible, needs-based staffing. Lufthansa benefits from improved personnel planning and streamlined internal regulations.

Michael Niggemann, Lufthansa’s HR executive, expressed satisfaction with the agreement, noting its focus on flexibility and responsiveness to market demand.

Price Action: DLAKY shares are trading lower by 0.82% at $7.23 at the last check Tuesday.

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