1. Copa on Top.
- Author
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Michels, Jennifer
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FINANCIAL performance , *AIRLINE industry , *COMMERCIAL aeronautics ,REVENUE - Abstract
The article examines the financial performance of Panamanian-based Copa Holdings. The company ranks first among carriers with annual revenues of less than $1 billion. Copa's operations are expected to be supported by traffic increases. Copa reported net earnings of $134 million in 2006, which was a 61 percent increase from 2005. Ray Neidl at Calyon Securities expects the company to provide 20 percent operating margins.
- Published
- 2007