Earnings Release • Feb 28, 2020
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Full Year 2019 28 February 2020


Willie Walsh, Chief Executive Officer




Pro forma financial information is based on the Group's restated statutory results with an adjustment to reflect the estimated impact of IFRS 16 'Leases' from 1 January 2018. The 2018 results have been restated to reclassify the costs the Group incurs in relation to compensation for flight delays and cancellations as a deduction from revenue as opposed to an operating expense. There is no change in operating profit.
Steve Gunning, Chief Financial Officer


| OPERATING PROFIT | TOTAL UNIT REVENUE | PAX UNIT REVENUE |
|---|---|---|
| €3,285m (reported before exceptional) |
-0.4% (constant currency) |
-0.5% (constant currency) |
| - €267m (constant currency change) -€200m (reported change) |
+1.1% (reported) (€68m translation benefit) (€325m transaction tailwind) |
+1.0% (reported) |
| TRAFFIC/CAPACITY | TOTAL UNIT COST | NON-FUEL UNIT COST |
| ASKs: +4.0% (reported) |
+1.4% (constant currency pro forma) |
-0.1% (constant currency pro forma) |
| RPKs: +5.6% (reported) |
+2.9% (reported change vs. 2018 pro forma) (€58m translation drag) (€268m transaction headwind) |
-0.9% (airline constant currency pro forma) +0.6% (reported change vs. 2018 pro forma) |
'Translation' = drag/benefit from translation of British Airways and Avios financial results from GBP into EUR; 'Transaction' = FX headwind/tailwind at company level Pro forma financial information is based on the Group's restated statutory results with an adjustment to reflect the estimated impact of IFRS 16 'Leases' from 1 January 2018. The 2018 results have been restated to reclassify the costs the Group incurs in relation to compensation for flight delays and cancellations as a deduction from revenue as opposed to an operating expense. There is no change in operating profit. See definition of airline non-fuel unit costs in appendices.
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| OPERATING PROFIT | TOTAL UNIT REVENUE | PAX UNIT REVENUE |
|---|---|---|
| €765m (reported before exceptional) |
-1.2% (constant currency) |
-0.4% (constant currency) |
| -€29m (constant currency change) +€50m (reported change) |
+1.4% (reported) (€87m translation benefit) (€70m transaction tailwind) |
+2.2% (reported) |
| TRAFFIC/CAPACITY | TOTAL UNIT COST | NON-FUEL UNIT COST |
| ASKs: +1.9% (reported) |
-0.5% (constant currency pro forma) |
-1.6% (constant currency pro forma) |
| RPKs: +5.4% (reported) |
+0.9% (reported change vs. 2018 pro forma) (€73m translation drag) (€5m transaction headwind) |
-1.7% (airline constant currency pro forma) -0.7% (reported change vs. 2018 pro forma) |
'Translation' = drag/benefit from translation of British Airways and Avios financial results from GBP into EUR; 'Transaction' = FX headwind/tailwind at company level Pro forma financial information is based on the Group's restated statutory results with an adjustment to reflect the estimated impact of IFRS 16 'Leases' from 1 January 2018. The 2018 results have been restated to reclassify the costs the Group incurs in relation to compensation for flight delays and cancellations as a deduction from revenue as opposed to an operating expense. There is no change in operating profit. See definition of airline non-fuel unit costs in appendices.

Regional data in the chart represents flown passenger revenue in unit terms at constant currency before transfer payments, Avios redemption and ancillaries
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-1.6% (12 months rolling)
Fuel efficiency (fuel burn per ASK)
| 4Q 2018 pro forma unit costs (€ cents) |
4Q 2019 reported unit costs (€ cents) |
% vly | % vly constant currency |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employee | 1.52 | 1.52 | 0.2% | -1.2% |
| Supplier | 2.75 | 2.67 | -2.7% | -3.1% |
| Ownership | 0.64 | 0.68 | 5.7% | +4.2% |
| Non-fuel | 4.91 | 4.87 | -0.7% | -1.6% |
| Fuel | 1.68 | 1.77 | 5.6% | +2.4% |
| TOTAL | 6.59 | 6.64 | 0.9% | -0.5% |
Airline non-fuel unit cost
-1.7% (constant currency pro forma)
'Translation' = drag/benefit from translation of British Airways and Avios financial results from GBP into EUR; 'Transaction' = FX headwind/tailwind at company level Pro forma financial information is based on the Group's restated statutory results with an adjustment to reflect the estimated impact of IFRS 16 'Leases' from 1 January 2018. The 2018 results have been restated to reclassify the costs the Group incurs in relation to compensation for flight delays and cancellations as a deduction from revenue as opposed to an operating expense. There is no change in operating profit. See definition of airline non-fuel unit costs in appendices.

Key:

IAG capital allocation 4Q 2019
Pro forma financial information is based on the Group's restated statutory results with an adjustment to reflect the estimated impact of IFRS 16 'Leases' from 1 January 2018. The 2018 results have been restated to reclassify the costs the Group incurs in relation to compensation for flight delays and cancellations as a deduction from revenue as opposed to an operating expense. There is no change in operating profit.
Other PPE and Other ROU assets NBV and software intangible assets NBV.
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| FY 2019 (€m) |
vly | FY 2019 (£m) |
vly | FY 2019 (€m) |
vly | FY 2019 (€m) |
vly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 2,125 | +5.8% | 13,290 | +2.5% | 5,645 | +9.2% | 2,455 | +5.0% |
| Cost | 1,849 | +8.9% | 11,369 | +3.9% | 5,148 | +11.0% | 2,215 | +6.8% |
| Operating result |
276 | -35 | 1,921 | -104 | 497 | -36 | 240 | -24 |
| Operating margin | 13.0% | -2.5pts | 14.5% | -1.1pts | 8.8% | -1.5pts | 9.8% | -1.5pts |
| ASK (m) | 30,255 | +4.2% | 186,170 | +0.9% | 73,354 | +7.6% | 38,432 | +2.7% |
| RPK (m) | 24,753 | +5.3% | 155,580 | +2.2% | 63,991 | +9.8% | 33,410 | +4.5% |
| Sector length (km) | 2,021 | +1.0% | 3,183 | +0.4% | 2,841 | +2.7% | 952 | -1.3% |
| RASK | 7.02 | +1.5% | 7.14 | +1.6% | 7.69 | +1.5% | 6.39 | +2.3% |
| CASK | 6.11 | +4.5% | 6.11 | +3.0% | 7.02 | +3.2% | 5.76 | +4.1% |
| CASK ex-fuel | 4.59 | +1.2% | 4.37 | +0.6% | 5.38 | +1.4% | 4.34 | +2.5% |
Note: RASK = total revenue per ASK
Iberia excludes LEVEL

Pro forma financial information is based on the Group's restated statutory results with an adjustment to reflect the estimated impact of IFRS 16 'Leases' from 1 January 2018. The 2018 results have been restated to reclassify the costs the Group incurs in relation to compensation for flight delays and cancellations as a deduction from revenue as opposed to an operating expense. There is no change in operating profit.
| €m | FY 2018 | FY 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating profit (pre-exceptional) | 3,485 | 3,285 |
| Net finance income/(costs) | (520) | (561) |
| Net financing credit relating to pensions | 27 | 26 |
| Net currency retranslation credits /(charges) | (19) | 201 |
| Other non-operating charges | (9) | (4) |
| Profit before tax (pre-exceptional) | 2,964 | 2,947 |
| Tax | (542) | (560) |
| Profit after tax (pre-exceptional) |
2,422 | 2,387 |
| Diluted EPS (pre-exceptional) € cents |
114.9 | 116.8 |
The weighted average number of shares in 2018 was 2,113,081 and in 2019 was 2,065,776 The prior year comparative is 31 December 2018 pro forma.

Pro forma financial information is based on the Group's restated statutory results with an adjustment to reflect the estimated impact of IFRS 16 'Leases' from 1 January 2018. The 2018 results have been restated to reclassify the costs the Group incurs in relation to compensation for flight delays and cancellations as a deduction from revenue as opposed to an operating expense. There is no change in operating profit.

Leverage and cash position
| €m | December 2018 | December 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Gross debt | 12,704 | 14,254 |
| Cash, cash equivalents & interest-bearing deposits | 6,274 | 6,683 |
| Net debt / (cash) | 6,430 | 7,571 |
| Net debt / EBITDA | 1.2x | 1.4x |
The prior year comparative is 31 December 2018 pro forma
Pro forma financial information is based on the Group's restated statutory results with an adjustment to reflect the estimated impact of IFRS 16 'Leases' from 1 January 2018. The 2018 results have been restated to reclassify the costs the Group incurs in relation to compensation for flight delays and cancellations as a deduction from revenue as opposed to an operating expense. There is no change in operating profit.
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Willie Walsh, Chief Executive Officer


The earnings outlook is adversely affected by weaker demand as a result of coronavirus (COVID-19). We are currently experiencing demand weakness on Asian and European routes and a weakening of business travel across our network resulting from the cancellation of industry events and corporate travel restrictions.
In Asia, flights to Mainland China have been suspended. On January 29, British Airways suspended its daily flight to both Beijing and Shanghai and Iberia suspended its three times weekly service to Shanghai on January 31. In addition, some services on other Asian routes have been reduced. From February 13, British Airways reduced its daily Hong Kong service from two to one. From March 13, it will reduce its daily service to Seoul to 3-4 times weekly.
Some of the freed-up long haul capacity is being redeployed to routes with stronger demand. British Airways has announced additional flights to India, South Africa and the US, while Iberia is increasing capacity on US and domestic routes.
Capacity on Italian routes for March has been significantly reduced through a combination of cancellations and change of aircraft gauge and further capacity reductions will be activated over the coming days. We also expect to make some capacity reductions across our wider short haul network. Short haul capacity is not being redeployed at this stage.
The net impact of current flight cancellations and redeployed capacity is to lower IAG's FY 2020 planned capacity by approximately 1 per cent in terms of available seat kilometres to 2 per cent for the year. Our operating companies will continue to take mitigating actions to better match supply to demand in line with the evolving situation. Cost and revenue initiatives are being implemented across the business.
IAG is resilient with a strong balance sheet and substantial cash liquidity to withstand the current weakness. We have a management team experienced in similar situations and have demonstrated that we can respond quickly to changing market conditions. We are strongly positioned for the expected recovery in demand.
Given the ongoing uncertainty on the potential impact and duration of COVID-19, it is not possible to give accurate profit guidance for FY 2020 at this stage.
Willie Walsh, Chief Executive Officer


A unique structure that drives growth and innovation to generate superior shareholder returns

| Unique structure | • Disciplined capital allocation • Active portfolio management approach • Flexibility and rapid decision making • Platform with centralised functions to enable scale and plug & play |
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| Portfolio of world-class brands and operations |
• Operationally focused companies • Distinct brands • Diversified customer base • Complimentary networks |
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| Global leadership positions |
• Leading the consolidation of the airline sector • Barcelona, Dublin, London, Madrid • North Atlantic, South Atlantic, and intra-Europe |
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| Cost efficiency | • 11.0% reduction in CASK ex-fuel at constant currency since IAG's founding in 2011 • 1% CAGR reduction in airline non-fuel costs over the next 5 years |
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| Innovation | • Dynamic and creative culture • At the forefront of digital innovation in the airline industry • Digital platform to grow revenues streams, enhance customer loyalty and drive cost efficiencies |
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| Underpinned by environmental sustainability | ||||||||
| Industry thought leadership | Pathway to achieve targets | Environment criteria in all decision making |
Management incentives for environmental performance |

Chart shows shareholder returns in respect of the reported financial year.
2019 proposed final ordinary dividend of €337m 17.0 € cents per share subject to approval at the Annual General Meeting]

• Shareholder approval will be not be sought until the aircraft has returned to service
• NPS improved by 9.5pts to 25.8 in 2019, driven by all IAG airlines

Underpinned by environmental sustainability

IAG is undertaking a multi-faceted approach to meeting its targets, some examples below:

We will proactively work with partners to ensure successful delivery our 2050 goal


• IAG has a unique structure that drives growth and innovation to generate superior returns to shareholders with a strong portfolio of world-class brands and global leadership positions supported by common integrated platforms





Note: *Lease adjusted margin 2012-2017; Operating margin (post IFRS16) 2018 and 2019 RoIC and EBIT figures as reported 2012-2017; 2018 and 2019 post IFRS16

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| Metric | Definition (new approach) |
|---|---|
| Airline non fuel costs |
The Group monitors airline unit costs (per ASK, a standard airline measure of capacity) as a means of tracking operating efficiency of the core airline business. As fuel costs can vary with commodity prices, the Group monitors fuel and non-fuel costs individually. Within non-fuel costs are the costs associated with generating 'Other revenue', which typically do not represent the costs of transporting passengers or cargo and instead represent the costs of handling and maintenance for other airlines, non-flight products in BA Holidays and costs associated with other miscellaneous non-flight revenue streams. Airline non-fuel costs per ASK is defined as total operating expenditure before exceptional items, less fuel, oil costs and emission charges and less non-flight specific costs divided by total available seat kilometres (ASKs), and is shown on a constant currency basis. |
| € million | 2019 Reported |
ccy adjustment |
2019 ccy |
2018 Pro forma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total operating expenditure before exceptional | 22,221 | -325 | 21,896 | 20,773 |
| Less: Fuel, oil costs and emission charges | 6,021 | -212 | 5,809 | 5,283 |
| Non-fuel costs | 16,200 | -113 | 16,087 | 15,490 |
| Less: Non-flight specific costs | 1,654 | -40 | 1,614 | 1,450 |
| Airline non-fuel costs | 14,546 | 14,473 | 14,040 | |
| Available seat kilometres (ASK million) | 337,754 | 337,754 | 324,808 | |
| Airline non-fuel unit costs (€ cents) | 4.31 | 4.29 | 4.32 |
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| EU261 compensation costs | Q1-19 | Q2-19 | Q3-19 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | 2019 | ||||
| Reported | EU261 | Adjusted | Reported | EU261 | Adjusted | Reported | EU261 | Adjusted | |
| Passenger revenue | 4,646 | -23 | 4,623 | 6,003 | -40 | 5,963 | 6,536 | -44 | 6,492 |
| Total revenue | 5,318 | -23 | 5,295 | 6,771 | -40 | 6,731 | 7,310 | -44 | 7,266 |
| Handling, catering and other operating costs | 687 | -23 | 664 | 789 | -40 | 749 | 867 | -44 | 823 |
| Total expenditure | 5,183 | -23 | 5,160 | 5,811 | -40 | 5,771 | 5,885 | -44 | 5,841 |
| Operating profit (pre-exceptional) | 135 | - | 135 | 960 | - | 960 | 1,425 | - | 1,425 |
Jet fuel price (\$/MT)

Certain statements included in this announcement are forward-looking. These statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate only to historical or current facts. By their nature, they involve risk and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur in the future. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Forward-looking statements can typically be identified by the use of words such as "expects", "may", "will", "could", "should", "intends", "plans", "predicts", "envisages" or "anticipates" or other words of similar meaning. They include, without limitation, any and all projections relating to the results of operations and financial conditions of International Consolidated Airlines Group, S.A. and its subsidiary undertakings from time to time (the 'Group'), as well as plans and objectives for future operations, expected future revenues, financing plans, expected expenditure and divestments relating to the Group and discussions of the Group's business plan. All forward-looking statements in this announcement are based upon information known to the Group on the date of this announcement and speak as of the date of this announcement. Other than in accordance with its legal or regulatory obligations, the Group does not undertake to update or revise any forward-looking statement to reflect any changes in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.
It is not reasonably possible to itemise all of the many factors and specific events that could cause the forward-looking statements in this announcement to be incorrect or could otherwise have a material adverse effect on the future operations or results of an airline operating in the global economy. Further information on the primary risks of the business and the Group's risk management process is set out in the 'Risk management and principal risk factors' section in the Annual Report and Accounts 2019; these documents are available on www.iairgroup.com. All forward-looking statements made on or after the date of this announcement and attributable to IAG are expressly qualified in their entirety by the primary risks set out in that section.
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