Japan Airlines Co. (JAL) announced on Thursday that its revenue for the fiscal year ended March reached a record high of ¥2.01 trillion ($12.5 billion), marking a 9.1 percent increase from the previous year and the highest since its relisting in 2012 [1]. The airline's net profit surged by 28.6 percent to ¥137.60 billion, driven by robust demand for both domestic and international travel, including a rise in business and inbound tourist passengers [1]. Specifically, the number of domestic passengers grew by 5.8 percent to 38.23 million, while international travelers increased by 5.6 percent to 8.01 million [1].
Looking ahead, JAL maintained its forecasts for the current fiscal year starting April, despite acknowledging 'severe' global circumstances such as tensions in the Middle East [1]. The company projects a 20.1 percent decline in net profit to ¥110 billion, attributed in part to higher maintenance costs, while sales are expected to rise by 4.1 percent to ¥2.10 trillion [1]. To address rising fuel prices, JAL plans to implement countermeasures including government relief measures and increases in fuel surcharges, with a surcharge hike for international flights set for May [1].
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CONCLUSION
Japan Airlines delivered record sales and strong profit growth in FY2025, fueled by increased travel demand. However, the company anticipates a profit decline in the coming year due to higher costs, despite expecting continued sales growth and implementing measures to offset rising fuel expenses.