The earnings call reflects a strong financial performance with record-breaking revenue and profitability, driven by a robust premium segment and operational excellence. However, there are challenges related to moderated growth, increased labor costs, and the impact of fleet grounding affecting revenue and costs.

Company Guidance

During the Alaska Air Group's Q2 2024 earnings call, the executives provided detailed guidance on several key metrics. The company reported a record $2.9 billion in revenue, with a 15.8% adjusted pretax margin, marking the highest quarterly result in their history. Adjusted net income was $327 million, while GAAP net income stood at $220 million. They also highlighted a 32% increase in flight attendants' compensation, stemming from a new tentative agreement. Capacity growth for the full year is expected to be less than 2.5%, and the company is adjusting its full-year EPS guidance by $0.25, reflecting the impact of the flight attendant deal and the current domestic environment. Additional focus was placed on premium segment expansion, with plans to increase premium seat mix to 28% across their fleet by mid-2026. Operational excellence was underlined with a 99.5% completion rate, and Alaska Air Group continues to lead in customer satisfaction with the lowest number of complaints per 100,000 guests among U.S. airlines.

Record-Breaking Revenue

Alaska Air Group achieved $2.9 billion in revenue for Q2 2024, marking the highest quarterly result in its history.

Industry-Leading Profitability

The company reported a 15.8% adjusted pretax margin, expected to lead the industry, with an adjusted net income of $327 million.

Flight Attendant Agreement

Alaska Air Group announced a tentative agreement with flight attendants, including a 32% increase in compensation, pending ratification.

Operational Excellence

The company maintained a completion rate of 99.5% or better each month in the quarter, despite challenging conditions.

Strong Premium Segment Performance

First Class and premium class revenues were up 8% and 6% year-over-year, respectively, outpacing main cabin revenue growth.

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Alaska Air (ALK) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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ALK Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Jan 23, 2025	2024 (Q4)	0.43 / -	0.3	―	―	―
Oct 31, 2024	2024 (Q3)	2.22 / 2.25	1.83	22.95% (+0.42)	―	―
Jul 17, 2024	2024 (Q2)	2.41 / 2.55	3	-15.00% (-0.45)	―
Apr 18, 2024	2024 (Q1)	-1.05 / -0.92	-0.62	-48.39% (-0.30)	―
Jan 25, 2024	2023 (Q4)	0.18 / 0.30	0.92	-67.39% (-0.62)	―
Oct 19, 2023	2023 (Q3)	1.86 / 1.83	2.53	-27.67% (-0.70)	―
Jul 25, 2023	2023 (Q2)	2.71 / 3.00	2.19	36.99% (+0.81)	―
Apr 20, 2023	2023 (Q1)	-0.48 / -0.62	-1.33	53.38% (+0.71)	―
Jan 26, 2023	2022 (Q4)	0.94 / 0.92	0.24	283.33% (+0.68)	―
Oct 20, 2022	2022 (Q3)	2.39 / 2.53	1.47	72.11% (+1.06)	―

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ALK Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Oct 31, 2024	$47.27	$47.91	+1.35%
Jul 17, 2024	$40.03	$37.25	-6.94%
Apr 18, 2024	$42.72	$44.44	+4.03%
Jan 25, 2024	$35.82	$37.42	+4.47%

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