In terms of net income, Airbus clearly led the way during the first half of 2022. In H1 2022, Airbus reported a net income of $1.9 billion, whereas Boeing posted a net loss of $1 billion.

As of the end of 2025 and into 2026, Airbus has taken a significant lead over Boeing in both revenue and profitability. Airbus recorded a 2025 revenue of approximately $71 billion (€65 billion), driven by the massive success of its A320neo family and the continued ramp-up of the A350. In contrast, Boeing has struggled financially due to ongoing production delays with the 737 MAX and 777X, as well as a series of high-profile safety audits in 2024–2025 that slowed deliveries. While Boeing's defense and space divisions remain massive revenue generators, the commercial airplane sector is the primary "engine" of these companies, and Airbus currently holds the crown with a much larger backlog of orders. In 2026, Airbus is seen as the more "financially stable" giant, while Boeing is in a "recovery phase," focusing on rebuilding its cash reserves and resolving the quality-control issues that have cost the company billions in legal fees and lost delivery milestones.