EasyJet's stock drops as the Middle East conflict, fuel costs weigh on bookings outlook
By Sawdah Bhaimiya
Published on April 16, 2026.
The UK-based airline company, EasyJet, has warned that the Iran war and rising fuel costs are negatively affecting its customer bookings. The company expects to report a headline loss before tax between £540 million and £560 million for the first half of 2026.
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