Maersk raises 2026 earnings guidance amid Red Sea traffic disruptions
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Maersk
Global
August 13, 2026
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Maersk raised its 2026 full-year earnings guidance for the second time. Profit before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) for Q2 reached US$3 billion. Rising freight rates due to Middle East conflict and Houthi attacks in the Red Sea are primary drivers.
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