Ryanair Holdings plc · RYAAY · FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q1 2026
Ryanair lifts FY26 traffic outlook as Q3 revenue tops estimates, EPS falls short
Ryanair's Q3 call supports a demand-and-capacity growth case: traffic increased and management raised its FY26 passenger outlook, while cost control and fuel hedging were emphasized. The counterweight is a substantial EPS shortfall versus consensus and exposure to regulatory, fuel and operating disruption risks.
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What changed
Management raised FY26 traffic guidance to 208 million passengers, citing 6% Q3 traffic growth. The reported scorecard shows revenue above consensus but EPS below consensus; the call also highlighted stable unit costs and fuel-hedging savings.
Guidance delta
Raised FY26 traffic guidance to 208 million passengers. Management also described plans for new bases and routes, MAX 10 aircraft entry in spring 2027 and longer-term passenger growth.
Key takeaways
- Management reported Q3 traffic growth of 6% and raised FY26 traffic guidance to 208 million passengers.
- The reported scorecard shows revenue above consensus and EPS below consensus; call analysis summarized pre-exceptional profit of EUR 115 million.
- Management emphasized flat unit costs and fuel-hedging savings as cost supports.
- The long-term growth plan depends on fleet delivery, route expansion and execution amid regulatory and operational risks.
Management priorities
- Expand capacity through new bases and summer routes.
- Introduce Boeing MAX 10 aircraft, with the first 15 expected to enter service in spring 2027.
- Maintain cost discipline and fuel-hedging savings.
- Continue share buy-backs and the interim dividend while managing the balance sheet.
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Snapshot as of publicationRyanair Holdings plc, together with its subsidiaries, provides scheduled-passenger airline services in Ireland, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company offers various ancillary services; engages in other activities connected with its air passenger service, including non-flight scheduled and Internet-related services, as well as in-flight sale of beverages, food, duty-free, and merchandise; and markets car hire, travel insurance, and accommodation services through its website and mobile app. It also provides passenger and aircraft handling, ticketing, and maintenance and repair services; and markets car parking, fast-track, airport transfers, attractions, and activities on its website and mobile app, as well as sells gift vouchers. Ryanair Holdings plc was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Swords, Ireland.
Historical context
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| CNI Canadian National Railway Company | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | +3.4% | -0.3% | CN posts strong Q3, maintains EPS outlook and expands Mexico strategy |
| NVT nVent Electric plc | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | +8.6% | -8.8% | nVent raises outlook as data-center demand and Maverick broaden growth |
| MTZ MasTec, Inc. | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | +0.3% | +0.8% | MasTec posts record Q3 as power and data-center demand accelerates |
| IR Ingersoll Rand Inc. | FY2026 Q3 · Calendar Q4 2026 | +18.5% | +0.2% | Ingersoll Rand raises FY2026 outlook as orders accelerate |
Latest beats and misses
Who reports nextBeat on EPS
- SNYFY2026 Q3 · October 30, 2026+30.8% EPS+2.8% move
- CHDFY2026 Q3 · October 30, 2026+2.2% EPS+1.2% move
- AZNFY2026 Q3 · October 30, 2026+7.3% EPS+7.0% move
- FRTFY2026 Q3 · October 30, 2026+3.9% EPS-1.1% move
- CVXFY2026 Q3 · October 30, 2026+8.4% EPS+1.8% move
- BTSGFY2026 Q3 · October 30, 2026+14.2% EPS+11.1% move
Missed on EPS
- GLPIFY2026 Q3 · October 29, 2026-11.5% EPS-1.3% move
- LYBFY2026 Q3 · October 30, 2026-1.2% EPS+5.0% move
- CCJFY2026 Q3 · October 30, 2026-101.4% EPS-7.9% move
- VALEFY2026 Q3 · October 29, 2026-24.6% EPS+1.9% move
- PINSFY2026 Q3 · October 29, 2026-5.4% EPS-2.8% move
- DLR-PLFY2026 Q3 · October 29, 2026-8.4% EPS— move
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Sources
- Earnings call transcript and parsed analysis · 2026-05-11T10:29:34.698584+00:00
- FN2 earnings calendar · 2026-07-26T00:37:12.209961+00:00
- Polygon adjusted daily market bars · 2026-11-03T00:20:42.549605+00:00
- Financial Modeling Prep analyst price-target consensus and quote snapshot · 2026-11-03T00:20:42.546723+00:00
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