Lufthansa hopeful Trump administration will spur Boeing deliveries as delays hit bottom line

Group 1 - Lufthansa is optimistic that the new U.S. administration will assist Boeing in resolving delivery delays affecting the airline industry, with expectations to start receiving long-awaited aircraft in 2025 [1][3] - The company reported a 39% year-on-year decline in EBIT to 1.645 billion euros ($1.78 billion), attributing this to delivery delays, staff strikes, and global price pressures, although earnings exceeded consensus estimates, leading to a 13% increase in shares [2] - Lufthansa has 41 twin-aisle aircraft in the U.S. awaiting delivery, with over 240 jets on order facing various delays due to supply chain and certification issues, particularly between Boeing and the FAA [3][4] Group 2 - The airline is facing challenges due to aircraft shortages, which have resulted in increased fuel costs and punctuality issues, impacting its operations across its various subsidiaries [4] - Boeing is under increased regulatory scrutiny due to safety incidents, including fatal crashes and allegations of safety shortcuts, which adds to the challenges faced by the airline industry [5]