Corp America Airports SA Reports Strong Passenger Traffic in January 2026
Corp America Airports SA (NYSE: CAAP) announced on February 24, 2026 that its January 2026 passenger traffic increased 8.8 % year‑on‑year (YoY). The company is a leading private operator of airport concessions, providing airport operations, commercial management, fueling, cargo handling and related services worldwide.
Passenger Traffic Highlights
| Metric | January 2026 | January 2025 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Passengers (thousands) | 3,667 | 3,573 | +2.6 % |
| International Passengers (thousands) | 3,120 | 2,717 | +14.8 % |
| Transit Passengers (thousands) | 821 | 705 | +16.6 % |
| Total Passengers (thousands) | 7,609 | 6,995 | +8.8 % |
The company also reported a cargo volume of 30.1 thousand tons in January, a figure not compared to the prior year in the release.
Context
The upward trend in passenger traffic aligns with the company’s strategy to expand airport concession operations in emerging markets, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean. The increase in international traffic suggests growing demand for travel in regions where Corp America Airports SA holds key concessions, such as Argentina, where the company reported a 21.8 % YoY rise in international passengers.
Market Reaction
At the time of release, Corp America Airports SA’s share price closed at $28.36 on February 22, 2026, below its 52‑week high of $30.50 recorded on January 28. The company’s market capitalization stood at $4.77 billion, and its price‑to‑earnings ratio was 26.71.
Related Events
While the company reported solid traffic growth, other developments in the Philippine aviation sector were reported on the same day. Police in Puerto Princesa City arrested a suspect in the murder of former Puerto Princesa International Airport acting manager Joanna Infante. The incident, involving a CAAP executive, drew criticism from local political leaders who urged responsible journalism and cautioned against using ethnicity or religion to identify suspects. These events highlight the broader security and regulatory environment in which Corp America Airports SA operates its concessions in the Philippines.
The company’s performance metrics for January 2026 suggest continued momentum in passenger demand, supporting its long‑term growth strategy across its international airport concessions portfolio.
