Maersk Raises Profit Guidance Amid Port Congestion and AI-Driven Demand, Signaling Resilient Global Trade

Danish shipping giant Maersk has raised its 2026 profit guidance for the third time, attributing the increase to persistent port congestion and strong demand driven by major investments in electrification, energy, and AI infrastructure. This indicates a remarkably resilient global trade environment despite continued geopolitical uncertainty and disruptions, though some analysts expect congestion to ease as ships return to the Suez Canal.