Evolution of Market Risk Disclosures (FY 2026)
Since the annual report baseline, subsequent quarterly filings have updated quantitative estimates regarding exposure to fuel and interest rate fluctuations. The company continues its policy of not employing financial hedging programs across these major risk areas, maintaining full exposure to market volatility.
Commodity Price Risk (Aircraft Fuel)
The quantitative impact of fuel price increases has been revised in the most recent filing.
Updated Exposure Magnitude
In the 10-Q for March 31, 2026, the estimated annual fuel expense increase resulting from a one cent per gallon rise in aircraft fuel price was lowered to approximately $45 million, down from the baseline estimate of $50 million.
Interest Rate Sensitivity
The scenario analysis detailing the impact of rising interest rates has been updated, showing an increase in both debt expense and investment income sensitivity.
Changes to Quantitative Impact
For a 100 basis point increase in annual interest rates, the March 31, 2026 filing quantified the following changes compared to the annual baseline:
- Variable Debt Expense: The estimated increase in annual interest expense rose to approximately $140 million (from the baseline's $130 million).
- Short-Term Investment Income: The estimated increase in annual interest income rose to approximately $70 million (from the baseline's $60 million).
Foreign Currency Exposure
The company maintains its policy of not having a foreign currency hedge program. The largest exposures remain concentrated in the Euro, Canadian dollar, British pound sterling, and Latin American currencies (primarily the Brazilian real). No material changes to the quantitative risk profile or mitigation strategy have been disclosed in this period.