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United’s third-quarter earnings showed an uptick in business travel and sustained demand for international travel.
United Airlines said corporate revenues were up 13% in the third quarter and that demand for premium travel remained resilient.
The carrier reported a revenue of $14.8 billion, up 2.5% from the same time last year, and a net income of $965 million, a 15% decrease from last year. Revenues for premium seats were up 5% and revenues for basic economy increased 20%.