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AK Holdings Cancels Corporate Bond Issuance for Jeju Air

AK Holdings Co., the parent company of Jeju Air, has announced the cancellation of its planned corporate bond issuance. The company has also requested the credit rating agency to withdraw the associated rating for the bond. This decision marks a shift in AK Holdings’ financing strategy as it navigates ongoing challenges in the aviation sector.

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Jeju Air Faces Financial Pressure After B737-800 Crash

Jeju Air (South Korea) is bracing for increased financial challenges following the crash of one of its B737-800 aircraft. The incident has placed additional strain on the airline’s cash flow, already burdened by advance payments for airline tickets, which currently stand at approximately US$176.8 million.

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Jeju Air Reports 5.4% Revenue Growth but 59% Drop in Net Profit for Q3 2024

Jeju Air, South Korea’s largest low-cost carrier, has reported a 5.4% increase in sales for the third quarter of 2024, totaling $335.2 million. However, the airline experienced a significant 59% decline in net profit, which fell to $31.3 million. The mixed results highlight the challenges Jeju Air faces in balancing revenue growth with profitability amid…

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South Korea’s Supreme Court Holds Eastar Jet Liable for Failed Merger with Jeju Air

The Supreme Court of South Korea has ruled that Eastar Jet is responsible for the collapse of its merger with Jeju Air, ordering substantial damages to be paid to Jeju. According to the court’s decision, Eastar Jet must pay Jeju Air 10 billion Korean won, and Daedong Investment, another involved party, is required to pay…