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Jet2 plc, a UK-based leisure travel group, announced its preliminary financial results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025. The company reported record-high revenue of £7,173.5 million, a 15% increase from the previous year. Operating profit also rose by 4% to £446.5 million. The groups profit before foreign exchange revaluation and taxation increased by 11% to £577.7 million. Jet2 plc attributed these positive results to its differentiated, end-to-end operating model and the resilience of its customer-centric product offering.
The groups strategy includes investing in digital and technology developments, such as big data, cloud architecture, and artificial intelligence, to enhance the customer experience and improve operational efficiency. Jet2 plc also expanded its UK base network to Bournemouth and London Luton airports, making its award-winning services accessible to 85% of the UK population within a 90-minute drive.
In terms of financial position and cash flows, Jet2 plc maintained a strong balance sheet with ample liquidity. The groups cash and money market deposits totaled £3,155.8 million as of March 31, 2025. Net cash, excluding borrowings and lease liabilities, increased by 17% to £2,017.9 million. The groups EBITDA improved by 9% to £738.9 million, and it continued to invest in organic growth, repay debts, and return value to shareholders through dividends and share buyback programs.
Looking ahead, Jet2 plc expects to operate a fleet of 135 aircraft during Summer 2025, an increase from 126 aircraft in Summer 2024. The group remains confident in its flexible business model and its ability to balance volumes, pricing, and product mix to maximize profitability. The company is committed to its capital allocation framework and will continue to monitor its performance to make strategic investments and allocate capital accordingly.