Maersk CEO flags strong demand ‘pretty much everywhere’ except for the U.S. as outlook raised
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 07 2025
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Source: CNBC
Maersk's Strong Q2 Performance: Danish shipping company Maersk reported a second-quarter operating profit of $2.3 billion, exceeding analyst expectations and raising its full-year EBITDA guidance to between $8 billion and $9.5 billion due to resilient global container demand, particularly outside the U.S.
Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Trade: The shipping industry faces new complexities as U.S. tariffs imposed by President Trump affect various trading partners, with some countries receiving lower rates while others face significant levies, impacting global trade dynamics.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
