IndiGo CEO says ‘no choice’ but to consider fare hikes as fuel costs surge
IndiGo CEO Willie Walsh has indicated that the airline may need to raise fares to offset surging fuel costs and currency depreciation. Despite an increase in total income, the airline reported a net loss for the September quarter due to high operational expenses.
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Rising operational costs for major carriers often lead to increased travel expenses for consumers and reflect broader economic pressures in the aviation sector.
IndiGo CEO Willie Walsh has signalled possible fare hikes as rising fuel costs put pressure on the airline's finances, saying the carrier has “no choice” but to consider increasing fares to offset the surge in its fuel bill.According to news agency PTI, Walsh said the airline would continue to trim expenses but cautioned against expecting significant cost-cutting measures.“We will continue to look at measures to trim expenses but should not expect any significant cost measures,” he said.IndiGo's parent company, InterGlobe Aviation, reported a net loss of Rs 1,879.1 crore in the September quarter of the current fiscal year, compared with a loss of Rs 2,582.1 crore in the corresponding period a year ago.According to the airline, exceptionally high fuel costs and rupee depreciation weighed on profitability.
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