Qatar Airways Group reported annual net profit fell 9.9% to $1.94 billion amid Middle East war disruptions. Aviation expert Tony Stanton of Strategic Air says the decline reflects exposure and resilience issues rather than weak demand, with operating profit still rising. Core operations held up, but below-the-line factors dragged on the final result.

Aston Martin capped a near decade of zero unit growth with flat volume guidance, leaving the British luxury carmaker dependent on pricing and margins. China now accounts for just 18% of volumes and isn't expected to recover, while U.S. tariffs add pressure. Jefferies analyst Philippe Houchois says gross margins need to reach the mid-40s for viability, and the firm cut its price target to 50 pence from 60 pence.

Canadian Tire is pushing efficiency through its True North transformation, targeting 3%-5% revenue growth with gross margins above 35%. RBC analyst Irene Nattel acknowledges challenges from the wholesale model and rising tech costs but says operating expenses are being actively managed through business-case discipline rather than unchecked expansion.