Maersk lifted its full-year profit guidance for the third time in 2026 as average freight rates rose 46% quarter on quarter, supported by port congestion, constrained capacity and resilient demand, including AI-related cargo.
Danish shipping group A.P. Moller–Maersk raised its full-year profit guidance for the third time in 2026 as elevated container rates offset weaker volume conditions. The company’s average freight rate increased 46% from the previous quarter and more than doubled year on year.
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