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How Ryanair Built a Moat on Ruthless Cost Leadership
Episode 91 of Business Strategy Talks with Fexingo takes a deep dive into Ryanair's competitive moat. Lucas and Luna explore how the airline turned ultra-low-cost operations into a durable advantage, from its single-aircraft-type fleet to aggressive ancillary revenue tactics. They discuss the 25-minute turnaround record, the strategic use of secondary airports, and how Ryanair's cost per available seat kilometer (CASK) is nearly half that of legacy carriers. The hosts also examine the trade-offs—customer experience, labor relations, regulatory risks—and why this model has proven…
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