Ryanair (RYA ID) CEO says they see modest fare hike this year, in the low single digits

• Fuel hedging should deliver savings of approximately USD 500mln in the next 12 months.
• Would love to get an order with Airbus (AIR FP) for 50 aircrafts but availability and pricing is off the charts. 
• Could replace current Airbus with Boeing (BA), but would like to keep some Airbus aircrafts.

Ryanair's CEO indicating a modest fare hike in the low single digits suggests a focus on preserving pricing power despite potential cost pressures. The reported fuel hedging savings of around USD 500 million could enhance margins, but their willingness to explore a switch to Boeing highlights operational flexibility amidst aircraft availability concerns. Overall, these factors may imply a cautious but strategic outlook for Ryanair's financial health moving forward.