Boeing Bets Comeback on Trump, China and an Elusive New Plane

Summary

Bloomberg's Siddharth Philip discusses Boeing's potential for a large order from China as Trump visits, the competitive landscape with Comac, and Boeing's plans for a new single-aisle aircraft that is evolutionary rather than revolutionary. The discussion highlights the diplomatic and commercial significance of a potential deal.

• China may order about 500 Boeing 737 Max jets.
• Boeing CEO plans to join US delegation to China.
• Comac's C919 is not a near-term threat due to low production volumes.
• Boeing is working on a successor to the 737 Max that is more evolutionary.
• The last major China order was in 2017.
• Boeing aims to produce 42 737s per month.
• Comac depends on Western suppliers for engines and avionics.