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Virgin Australia has reported robust first-half FY26 results, with underlying EBIT up 11.7% driven by strong leisure travel and transformation gains, despite inflationary pressures.

Flight Centre Travel Group has delivered a robust first half in FY26, reporting record total transaction value and profit growth, underpinned by AI-driven efficiency and strategic portfolio reshaping.

Webjet Group reported steady first-half results despite a challenging domestic leisure market, declaring its first fully franked interim dividend and accelerating its FY30 strategic initiatives.

Webjet Group reports steady first-half results with a 16% rise in underlying profit and announces its inaugural fully franked interim dividend, signalling confidence despite a challenging travel market.

Webjet Group reported a slight revenue dip and a mixed earnings performance for the half-year ended September 2025, while unveiling its inaugural dividend and receiving a non-binding takeover offer from Helloworld Travel.

Webjet Group’s preliminary 1H26 results reveal resilience in a challenging market, with underlying EBITDA in line with expectations despite a 9% decline. The company revises FY25 figures following an accounting policy change and lowers FY26 EBITDA guidance amid subdued domestic leisure travel and a delayed brand relaunch.

Air New Zealand has revised its first half 2026 financial outlook to a pre-tax loss between NZD 30 million and 55 million, citing weaker revenue growth and rising costs. The airline is pushing cost-saving measures while highlighting uncertainties ahead.

Webjet Group has completed its acquisition of Locomote Holdings for $23 million, aiming to fast-track its digital business travel platform and reduce development risks. The move aligns with Webjet’s FY30 Strategic Plan to expand its footprint in corporate travel.

Flight Centre Travel Group delivered a record $24.5 billion total transaction value in FY25, navigating a turbulent global travel market with strategic investments in AI and a new loyalty program. While profits dipped nearly 10%, FLT is positioning for growth amid ongoing volatility.

Flight Centre Travel Group achieved a record $24.5 billion in total transaction value for FY25 amid global challenges, while profits dipped due to geopolitical tensions and regional setbacks. The company is betting on AI and a new loyalty program to drive future growth.

Flight Centre Travel Group reported a record $24.5 billion in total transaction value for FY25, yet underlying profit before tax declined nearly 10%, impacted by geopolitical and regional challenges. The company declared a fully franked 29-cent final dividend and outlined strategic investments in AI, digital transformation, and the cruise sector.

Flight Centre Travel Group has reported a record total transaction value of $24.5 billion for FY25, yet underlying profits fell slightly short of expectations amid geopolitical tensions and regional challenges. The company is banking on new AI and loyalty initiatives to drive future growth.