Alaska Air profit soars on higher revenue and cheaper fuel

Carrying more passengers at higher fares, Alaska's overall revenue in the fourth quarter was way up compared to a year earlier. Revenue per passenger per mile was up 4.2% while the price of jet fuel fell 6%, leading to a dramatic jump in profits.

Revenue +8.2%
In billions
Profit/loss +687.0%
In millions
Earnings per share +668.4%
 
Source: Alaska Air Group
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