Deutsche Lufthansa Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
Deutsche Lufthansa's CEO is Carsten Spohr, appointed in Jan 2011, has a tenure of 15.42 years. total yearly compensation is €8.83M, comprised of 21.4% salary and 78.6% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.029% of the company’s shares, worth €2.91M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 5 years and 5.9 years respectively.
Key information
Carsten Spohr
Chief executive officer
€8.8m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 21.42% |
| CEO tenure | 15.4yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.03% |
| Management average tenure | 5yrs |
| Board average tenure | 5.9yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 27
LHA: Execution Risks Strikes And Premium Service Investment Will Shape Future Upside
The analyst price target for Deutsche Lufthansa has been revised slightly lower to €8.44 from €8.71, as analysts factor in more modest revenue growth assumptions, a lower discount rate, a somewhat stronger profit margin outlook, and a reduced future P/E multiple following a mix of recent target cuts and downgrades, alongside a few smaller upward revisions. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Deutsche Lufthansa shows a split in opinion, with several firms cutting ratings or targets while a smaller group has made modest upward adjustments.Analysis Article • May 15
There May Be Underlying Issues With The Quality Of Deutsche Lufthansa's (ETR:LHA) Earnings
Deutsche Lufthansa AG ( ETR:LHA ) just reported some strong earnings, and the market reacted accordingly with a healthy...
Narrative Update • May 03
LHA: Cost Execution And Margin Discipline Will Support Future Rerating Potential
The analyst price target for Deutsche Lufthansa has been trimmed by roughly €0.33, reflecting a series of recent target cuts and downgrades across major banks as analysts factor in slightly higher discount rates, modestly adjusted profit margin expectations, and a somewhat higher assumed future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a mixed but still constructive view on Deutsche Lufthansa, with several firms refining their targets and ratings as new information comes through.Narrative Update • Apr 19
LHA: Execution On Costs And Margins Will Support Future Rerating Potential
The updated analyst price target for Deutsche Lufthansa has been trimmed by roughly €0.34. Analysts cite recent target cuts at several major banks and slightly lower fair value and profit margin assumptions, partly offset by revised revenue growth expectations and a lower future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Apr 03
LHA: Turnaround Execution And Fuel Cost Management Will Drive Future Upside Potential
The updated analyst price target for Deutsche Lufthansa moves modestly higher by about €0.42. This reflects analysts' mixed but generally constructive views that factor in revised growth assumptions, margin expectations and sector P/E comparisons following recent upgrades, downgrades and target tweaks across the Street.
Narrative Update • Mar 20
LHA: Turnaround Execution And Fuel Costs Will Shape Fairly Balanced Outlook
Analysts have revised Deutsche Lufthansa's fair value estimate from €6.00 to €7.00, reflecting a mix of reduced price targets from several banks and more constructive views from others who highlight operational improvement efforts and the potential impact of easing fuel costs over time. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Deutsche Lufthansa shows a split picture, with some firms raising targets or upgrading ratings while others trim expectations and highlight execution and growth risks.Narrative Update • Mar 06
LHA: Turnaround Execution And IT Overhaul Will Support Future Rerating Potential
Analyst fair value for Deutsche Lufthansa has nudged up only slightly to €11.75 from €11.74, as mixed Street price target moves, including cuts around €7.60 and upgrades toward €9.30, leave the overall outlook largely unchanged, but incrementally more constructive on profitability and near term growth assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Deutsche Lufthansa has been mixed, but there is a clear cluster of more positive calls that help explain why fair value estimates have edged higher even as some targets remain cautious.Narrative Update • Feb 20
LHA: Turnaround Plan And IT Overhaul Will Support Future Repricing Potential
Our updated analyst price target for Deutsche Lufthansa edges higher to €11.74 from €11.57, reflecting modestly adjusted assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and discount rate. This sits alongside mixed but generally more constructive Street research, where several firms have raised price targets and at least one has upgraded the stock.Narrative Update • Feb 05
LHA: Turnaround Execution Risk Will Likely Cap Upside Despite Recent Upgrade
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Deutsche Lufthansa to €6.0 from €5.0, reflecting updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and P/E assumptions, informed by recent mixed price target changes from Deutsche Bank, Barclays, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Deutsche Lufthansa shows a mixed set of opinions, with some firms turning more constructive and others taking a more cautious stance on the shares and the company’s ability to deliver on its plans.Narrative Update • Jan 22
LHA: Turnaround Program And IT Overhaul Will Support Higher Future Earnings
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Deutsche Lufthansa from €10.67 to €11.57, reflecting recent price target increases across several banks and updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Deutsche Lufthansa has been mixed, but there is a clear cluster of bullish analysts who see upside potential relative to prior expectations.Narrative Update • Jan 08
LHA: Turnaround Uncertainty And Execution Risks Will Constrain Share Recovery Potential
Analysts have increased the fair value estimate for Deutsche Lufthansa to about €8.30 from €8.01, citing improved profit margin assumptions, a slightly lower discount rate and recent upward revisions to price targets, including a move to €9.30 at one major firm and €8 at another. Analyst Commentary Recent research opinions on Deutsche Lufthansa have shifted meaningfully over the past few months, with some firms turning more constructive and others taking a more cautious stance.Analysis Article • Jan 04
Here's Why Deutsche Lufthansa (ETR:LHA) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Narrative Update • Dec 22
LHA: Mixed Ratings And Fleet Delays Will Shape Recovery Path Ahead
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Deutsche Lufthansa slightly higher to roughly EUR 8.01 from about EUR 7.89, citing moderately stronger revenue growth expectations and a higher future earnings multiple, despite ongoing profitability and macro headwinds reflected in mixed recent price target revisions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Deutsche Lufthansa presents a mixed outlook, with price targets clustering below the updated fair value estimate and ratings skewed toward caution.Narrative Update • Dec 08
LHA: Mixed Ratings Will Shape Recovery Outlook Amid Delayed Widebody Deliveries
The analyst price target for Deutsche Lufthansa has been modestly raised to EUR 7.89 from EUR 7.50 as analysts factor in slightly lower perceived risk and improving profit margins, even as they moderate long term growth and valuation assumptions in light of mixed recent research views. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Deutsche Lufthansa highlights a mixed backdrop, with modest upward adjustments to some price targets offset by more cautious ratings and valuation resets.Analysis Article • Nov 08
Deutsche Lufthansa's (ETR:LHA) Promising Earnings May Rest On Soft Foundations
Deutsche Lufthansa AG ( ETR:LHA ) just reported some strong earnings, and the market reacted accordingly with a healthy...Narrative Update • Oct 30
LHA: Market Headwinds And Aircraft Delays Will Shape Earnings Recovery Prospects
Deutsche Lufthansa's analyst price target has been revised lower. The latest consensus estimate decreased from €7.57 to €7.50, as analysts cite continued headwinds and reduced earnings expectations following industry downgrades and cautious outlooks.Narrative Update • Oct 15
Overoptimistic Projections Will Crumble Under Mounting Cost Pressures
Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for Deutsche Lufthansa, reducing it from €7.65 to €7.57. They cite continued industry headwinds and a cautious outlook on profitability and growth assumptions.Analysis Article • Sep 18
Is Deutsche Lufthansa (ETR:LHA) Using Too Much Debt?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Narrative Update • Sep 04
Overoptimistic Projections Will Crumble Under Mounting Cost Pressures
Analysts remain cautious on Lufthansa due to valuation concerns despite stable demand and segmental strength in logistics and MRO, as reduced perceived upside and expectations of softer unit revenue leave the consensus analyst price target unchanged at €7.65. Analyst Commentary Analysts see demand for European airlines remaining stable, but regard Lufthansa's valuation as less attractive at current levels.Analysis Article • Aug 13
When Should You Buy Deutsche Lufthansa AG (ETR:LHA)?
XTRA:LHA 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Deutsche Lufthansa's Fair Values from the Community and select yours...Analysis Article • Jul 08
Investors Will Want Deutsche Lufthansa's (ETR:LHA) Growth In ROCE To Persist
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • Jun 17
Is There An Opportunity With Deutsche Lufthansa AG's (ETR:LHA) 49% Undervaluation?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Deutsche Lufthansa fair value estimate is €13.65 Deutsche...
New Narrative • Nov 28
Lufthansa Set To Soar With Digital Advancements And Fleet Modernization Despite Industry Challenges
Lufthansa's operational improvements and fleet modernization are set to enhance net margins by reducing costs and boosting efficiency.CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | €2b |
| Dec 31 2025 | €9m | €2m | €1b |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | €2b |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | €2b |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | €1b |
| Dec 31 2024 | €6m | €2m | €1b |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | €1b |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | €1b |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | €2b |
| Dec 31 2023 | €6m | €2m | €2b |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | €2b |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | €2b |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | €1b |
| Dec 31 2022 | €5m | €2m | €997m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | €183m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -€695m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -€2b |
| Dec 31 2021 | €3m | €2m | -€2b |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -€3b |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -€5b |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -€6b |
| Dec 31 2020 | €6m | €1m | -€7b |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -€5b |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -€2b |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | -€569m |
| Dec 31 2019 | €6m | €2m | €1b |
Compensation vs Market: Carsten's total compensation ($USD10.24M) is above average for companies of similar size in the German market ($USD5.58M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Carsten's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Carsten Spohr (60 yo)
15.4yrs
Tenure
€8,832,000
Compensation
Mr. Carsten Spohr has been an Independent Member of Supervisory Board at Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft Aktiengesellschaft in München since April 29, 2020. He served as Interim Chief Financial Of...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman of the Executive Board & CEO | 15.4yrs | €8.83m | 0.029% € 2.9m | |
| CFO & Member of Executive Board | 1.8yrs | €3.75m | no data | |
| Chief HR & Legal Officer and Member of the Executive Board | 6.4yrs | €4.29m | 0.0083% € 833.0k | |
| Chief Commercial Officer & Member of Management Board | 1.9yrs | €2.62m | no data | |
| CTO & Member of the Executive Board | 1.9yrs | €2.58m | no data | |
| Head of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Head of Strategy & Organizational Development | 4.7yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Commercial Officer for Munich Hub | 10.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Commercial Officer of Swiss International Airlines | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Commercial Officer | 5.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| Head of Corporate International Relations & Government Affairs of Lufthansa Group | no data | no data | no data | |
| Head of Industrial & Logistics for EMEA and Germany | no data | no data | no data |
5.0yrs
Average Tenure
53yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: LHA's management team is seasoned and experienced (5 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman of Supervisory Board | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 6.1yrs | €150.00k | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 3.1yrs | €166.00k | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 6.1yrs | €225.00k | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 5.8yrs | €125.00k | no data | |
| Member of Supervisory Board | 5.1yrs | €100.00k | no data | |
| Vice Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board | 13.1yrs | €175.00k | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 6.1yrs | €100.00k | no data | |
| Employee Representative Member of Supervisory Board | 2.9yrs | €150.00k | no data | |
| Employee Representative Member of Supervisory Board | 8.1yrs | €150.00k | no data | |
| Employee Representative Member of Supervisory Board | 8.1yrs | €150.00k | no data | |
| Employee Representative Member of Supervisory Board | 2.9yrs | €100.00k | no data |
5.9yrs
Average Tenure
60.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: LHA's board of directors are considered experienced (5.9 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/03 16:23 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/03 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Deutsche Lufthansa AG is covered by 30 analysts. 15 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| David Fintzen | Barclays |
| Andrew Lobbenberg | Barclays |
| Conor Dwyer | Berenberg |