Norwegian Air Beats Profit Estimates But Cuts Capacity

Norwegian Air reported a third-quarter operating profit that beat analyst estimates driven by strong passenger demand. However, the budget airline cut upcoming capacity due to rising jet fuel costs and the suspension of some Middle East routes.

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FILE PHOTO: Passengers board a Norwegian Air plane in Kirkenes, Norway October 26, 2019. Picture taken October 26, 2019. REUTERS/Gwladys Fouche/File Photo

Norwegian Air Shuttle AS posted third-quarter operating profit of 2.7 billion Norwegian crowns ($289.4M) on Wednesday, beating analyst estimates of 2.3 billion crowns.