DP World profits down 59% amid ‘deteriorating geopolitical environment’
Red Sea attacks have been a significant disruptor in the supply chain sector in the first half, says DP World, and near-term trading outlook remains uncertain owing to macroeconomic and geopolitical headwinds
DP World’s revenue rose 3.3% to $9.34bn driven by its logistics, ports and terminals divisions, but first-half profits fell 59% as the company grappled with shipping disruptions due to the ongoing Red Sea crisis amid tensions in the Middle East