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Boeing Soars to $2.24 Billion Profit, Record Orders

1/27/2026

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Story summary

Boeing posted a 2025 net profit of $2.24 billion, its first since 2018.
Boeing delivered 600 planes in 2025, nearly double the previous year.
Fourth-quarter revenue reached $23.95 billion, exceeding expectations.
CEO Kelly Ortberg set a target of $10 billion in annual free cash flow by 2028 as the company seeks stable production and cash flow improvements.
Boeing's order backlog reached a record $682 billion, signaling strong future demand.

History

Historical Context

Boeing's 737 MAX faced a crisis after two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019, leading to a global grounding that lasted until November 2020. The incidents, linked to the Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS), resulted in significant financial losses, including $1.2 billion in 2019. By 2025, Boeing rebounded with a net profit of $2.24 billion, highlighting the importance of regulatory compliance in the aerospace industry.

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Story summary

Boeing posted a 2025 net profit of $2.24 billion, its first since 2018.
Boeing delivered 600 planes in 2025, nearly double the previous year.
Fourth-quarter revenue reached $23.95 billion, exceeding expectations.
CEO Kelly Ortberg set a target of $10 billion in annual free cash flow by 2028 as the company seeks stable production and cash flow improvements.
Boeing's order backlog reached a record $682 billion, signaling strong future demand.

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