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El Al and Bezeq Report Record Profits Despite Regional Conflict and Economic Challenges
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First reported by Globes · 5 days ago
What happened
El Al Airlines and Bezeq posted record profits in Q2 2026 despite regional conflict and economic challenges, with El Al doubling net profit and Bezeq increasing net profit by 38%. Both companies plan further growth and shareholder returns.
- 01El Al doubled its net profit to $132 million and hit a $1.4 billion order backlog in Q2 2026.
- 02El Al plans to increase seat capacity by 6%-10% in Q3 and grew its frequent flyer club by 270,000 members.
- 03Bezeq's net profit rose 38% to $315 million, with revenues up 1.4% to 2.17 billion shekels.
- 04Bezeq will distribute 515 million shekels to shareholders, including 415 million in cash dividends.
- 05Both companies outperformed analyst expectations despite the Iran conflict and economic pressures.
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Full coverage · 7 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
MaarivCenter · Hebrew4 days ago
El Al and Bezeq Report Record Profits Despite Regional Conflict and Economic Challenges
WallaCenter · Hebrew5 days ago
El Al Doubles Net Profit to $132 Million Despite War and Rising Costs in Q2 2026
MakoCenter · Hebrew5 days ago
El Al Doubles Profit Amid Iran Conflict Despite Security Operation Losses
N12Center · Hebrew5 days ago
El Al Doubles Profit Amid Iran Conflict Despite Security Operation Losses
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