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IndiGo Reports Unexpected Loss as Geopolitical Tensions Weigh on Asia's Largest Budget Carrier

IndiGo, Asia's largest low-cost airline, posted an unexpected quarterly loss driven by mounting operational costs and reduced demand stemming from Middle East tensions. The carrier faced headwinds across multiple fronts, including higher fuel and operating expenses alongside softer travel demand. Geopolitical instability is disrupting supply chains and consumer behavior across the transportation sector. While air cargo demand recovered in April following a March slowdown tied to regional conflict, airlines and freight operators continue navigating margin compression. Higher input costs are affecting operators globally, from port authorities to carriers, as they grapple with reduced pricing power in an increasingly competitive environment.