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Amadeus delivers solid Q1 2026 growth, and maintains commercial momentum
Amadeus opened 2026 with solid growth and profitability, following the strong momentum we saw in Q4 2025. In March, the situation in the Middle East moderated our growth, slowing our performance in the quarter. In Q1 2026, Group revenue grew by 3.1%, or 7.9% at constant currency, and adjusted EBIT[1] increased by 6.6% at constant currency. Additionally, adjusted diluted EPS[1] expanded by 8.8% at constant currency. In Q1 2026 we generated free cash flow[1] of €273.6 million, growing 4.5% relativ
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