
JetBlue Airways Corp
NASDAQ:JBLU

Operating Margin
JetBlue Airways Corp
Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Operating Margin Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Operating Margin |
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US |
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JetBlue Airways Corp
NASDAQ:JBLU
|
1.4B USD |
-1%
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|
US |
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Delta Air Lines Inc
NYSE:DAL
|
30.5B USD |
10%
|
|
US |
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United Airlines Holdings Inc
NASDAQ:UAL
|
24.3B USD |
10%
|
|
IN |
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Interglobe Aviation Ltd
NSE:INDIGO
|
2.1T INR |
14%
|
|
CH |
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Kinarus Therapeutics Holding AG
SIX:KNRS
|
19.5B CHF | N/A | |
IE |
R
|
Ryanair Holdings PLC
LSE:RYA
|
15.4B EUR |
15%
|
|
UK |
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International Consolidated Airlines Group SA
LSE:IAG
|
15.3B GBP |
11%
|
|
CN |
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Air China Ltd
SSE:601111
|
133B CNY |
-1%
|
|
US |
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Southwest Airlines Co
NYSE:LUV
|
18B USD |
2%
|
|
SG |
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Singapore Airlines Ltd
SGX:C6L
|
20B SGD |
9%
|
|
CN |
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China Southern Airlines Co Ltd
SSE:600029
|
104.4B CNY |
2%
|
JetBlue Airways Corp
Glance View
JetBlue Airways Corp., since its inception in 1998, has carved its niche in the airline industry by championing the low-cost carrier model while ardently emphasizing superior customer service—a key differentiator in a sector often characterized more by cost-cutting than by comfort. Founded by David Neeleman, JetBlue took to the skies with a vision that blended affordability with a customer-centric approach. The airline swiftly gained attention by introducing features typically reserved for higher-end carriers, such as in-flight entertainment and more legroom, without the premium price. JetBlue's business model revolves around maintaining a simplified flight network primarily covering the Americas, which reduces operational complexities and costs. This allows them to offer competitive pricing. By ensuring high aircraft utilization and focusing on high-demand routes, the airline maximizes revenue per available seat mile, making it an efficient operator despite the industry's notorious volatility. At the heart of JetBlue's revenue generation is its diversified approach to earnings. While passenger service remains its core revenue stream, ancillary sources like baggage fees and other optional services further bolster profitability. Additionally, the company's TrueBlue loyalty program not only bolsters customer retention but encourages repeat business—equal parts strategic advantage and revenue enhancer. JetBlue also capitalizes on partnerships with international carriers, expanding its network reach without physical expansion. This careful orchestration of service excellence and fiscal strategy allows JetBlue to maintain a competitive edge, balancing growth with sustainability in an industry where those two metrics are often at odds.

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Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Based on JetBlue Airways Corp's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of -1.2%.