Maersk (MAERSKB DC) Q4 (USD) EBITDA 1.8bln (exp. 1.84bln), Revenue 13.3bln (exp. 12.9bln)

Maersk's Q4 results show a slight miss on EBITDA expectations while the revenue exceeded forecasts, pointing to strong operational performance despite the challenges of evolving global trade dynamics.

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"We delivered a strong performance and high value for our customers in a year where supply chains and global trade continued to be reshaped by evolving geopolitics. Across our operations, volumes grew and asset utilisation was very high".

Guidance:

Sees 2026 Underlying EBITDA 4.5-7bln (exp. 5.76bln).
"Guidance is based on the expectation that global container volume growth will be between 2% and 4% in 2026 and that A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) will grow in line with the market. For the purpose of the financial guidance, Maersk assumes that the Red Sea reopens gradually in 2026. The underlying EBIT guidance also includes the impact of a change in estimated useful lives of vessels from 20 to 25 years effective 1 January 2026, with an estimated impact of around USD 700m in reduced depreciation in 2026."

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Importantly, the guidance for 2026 indicates a cautious outlook with underlying EBITDA projected lower than consensus, although it reflects optimism around container volume growth and favorable depreciation adjustments. This could influence sentiment in shipping and logistics sectors, potentially affecting related equities and freight markets in the near term.

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