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Maersk Posts Q1 Profit as Cost Cuts Offset Soft Rates

Source: Maersk · 2026-03-20
Summary

Maersk reported first-quarter underlying profit above consensus, citing disciplined capacity and lower bunker spend that offset soft freight rates. The carrier guided to a gradual second-half demand recovery and reiterated caution on Red Sea routing.

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