Danish shipping giant Maersk said on Thursday it was maintaining its 2026 outlook despite the war in the Middle East and uncertainty over disruptions to key trade routes through the Strait of Hormuz.
Maersk profit falls sharply as firm keeps forecast despite Hormuz uncertainty
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Maersk profit falls sharply as firm keeps forecast despite Hormuz uncertainty