HSBC remarked Cathay Pacific’s earnings are trailing those of China’s “Big Three” airlines.
FlightGlobal reported the gap is growing.
The bank highlighted lower profit growth and higher cost pressures at Cathay compared with the state‑owned carriers.
A Cathay Pacific aircraft bound for London lost contact temporarily over Romania on Thursday.
The incident triggered a NATO air warning.
Hong Kong Free Press confirmed the airline eventually acknowledged the temporary loss of contact.
Separate reports said Typhoon Bavi caused significant flight disruptions in Taiwan.
Ongoing airspace disputes around Dubai are impacting departures services.