British Airways Parent IAG Boosts Earnings 30%

The video discusses the third quarter profit performance of airlines, highlighting that despite missing estimates, the outlook is positive with a 31% increase. It compares the performance of Lufthansa and Air France, noting Ryanair's strong performance. The full-year forecast is optimistic, with profits expected to rise by up to 77%. Willie Walsh's strategic decisions, including job cuts and efficiency improvements, are credited for the success. The impact of Ebola on airlines is minimal, with no significant effect on the bottom line.

Which airline is noted as the only one with shares outperforming year to date?

• Air France

• British Airways

• Deutsche Lufthansa

• Ryanair

What strategic action did Willie Walsh take to improve efficiency at Iberia?

• Invested in luxury services

• Opened new routes

• Slashed 3000 jobs

• Increased ticket prices

By what percentage did the productivity per employee increase?

• 15%

• 11%

• 8%

• 5%

What was the primary reason for shutting routes to Sierra Leone and Liberia?

• High operational costs

• Low demand

• Ebola outbreak

• Government regulations

How has the Ebola outbreak affected the airlines' financial performance?

• Led to a rise in ticket prices

• No significant impact

• Increased operational costs

• Significantly reduced profits