Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)
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Delta Air Lines Stock Outlook: Expect DAL to Keep Flying High Through the Summer
After last year's turbulence, many airline stocks are soaring once again. Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL ) is one of them.
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Flying is cheaper in 2024. But not for some destinations
Americans traveling this summer have broadly seen prices fall for airline fares, a welcome trend after last year's sticker shock. But airfare remains more expensive in 2024 for some regions and destinations, largely for trips abroad, data shows. For example, on average, a round-trip flight to Tokyo, Japan — one of the top hot spots for American tourists — costs $1,372 this summer, up 2% from 2023, according to travel site Hopper. Hopper also found that flights to Canada, South America, the Middle East and Africa are up 6%, 2% and 1%, respectively, from summer 2023. Of course, there's significant variation among the cities and countries of such vast regions and continents. For example, while the cost of a round-trip fare to Asia is flat from a year ago, the price for certain destinations has soared, according to Hopper: High prices to certain Asian cities impact many American tourists since the continent is their second-most frequented international travel destination, Hopper said. More from Personal Finance:Some vacationers expect to carry summer travel debtA controversial hack to save on airfare carries 'super big risk'New Europe travel requirement delayed to 2025 Flights are also up for some major hubs in South America, according to Hopper: Average fares to Europe, the most popular trip abroad for Americans, are down 8% in the summer of 2024 versus a year ago when they were at record highs. But they're still elevated in some areas like Friedrichshafen and Memmingen in southern Germany, and in Bratislava, Slovakia. Fares there are up 265%, 109% and 99%, respectively. Travel prices have fallen broadly "Last year was kind of an extraordinarily expensive year," said Hayley Berg, lead economist at Hopper. International travel was especially costly as consumers unleashed pent-up demand to go abroad following Covid-19-related restrictions. At the same time, many nations reopened their borders to foreign visitors and airlines worked to re-establish their flight schedules. Jet fuel prices soared. Some of those dynamics haven't yet unwound for certain areas. Additionally, specific destinations have their own idiosyncratic supply-and-demand factors that have kept prices high. Overall, though, travelers have gotten broad price relief. Average airline fares for flights originating in the U.S. fell by 5.8% in the year from April 2023 to April 2024, according to the consumer price index. They've declined almost 1% in just the past month. "Mostly what we're seeing [now] is tremendous improvement across most routes," Berg said. "I do expect that to continue." However, Americans may feel flight prices are broadly increasing due to certain airline trends like higher fees for checked bags, said Sally French, a travel expert at NerdWallet. Major carriers, including Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways and United Airlines, raised their checked-bag fees this year, for example. While those fee hikes are generally $5 more per bag, that can add up, especially for round-trip fares for families, French said. "It can completely inflate the cost of your trip," she said. There are ways to save, though, such as flying with certain airlines, combining bags, or even trying to forgo checking a bag altogether. If you know you'll have to check a bag, doing so ahead of flight check-in will likely save you money, too. Booking a flight well ahead — at least one to three months before a domestic trip, and three to four months ahead of international travel — is another way to save on flight costs, French said. Airlines generally don't reduce airfare at the last minute, unlike many hotels, for example, she said. Other ways to save include being flexible with travel time — perhaps by visiting a destination during a shoulder season instead of its peak or by flying mid-week instead of around weekends. Don't forget to use rewards, such as frequent-flier miles, and certain perks, such as travel insurance offered by some credit cards. Don’t miss these exclusives from CNBC PRO
Delta: Better Travel Outlook, Better Stock (Rating Upgrade)
The US travel sector is experiencing a surge in demand, with Delta Air Lines anticipating a surge in passenger numbers and first-class ticket sales. DAL has shown strong operational performance and is projected to have strong earnings and free cash flow, supported by increased passenger volumes. Despite challenges in the industry, the Company has effectively managed issues such as aircraft delivery delays and higher operational costs, positioning it for sustained growth and profitability.
Delta Air Lines: Flying Much Higher
Delta Air Lines has returned to generating strong profits and cash flows, despite the challenges faced during the Covid-19 pandemic. The market undervalues airline stocks due to a perception of bankruptcy risks, despite nearly 20 years of limited filings by major airlines. DAL stock trades at a fraction of the valuation multiples of other industrial transport stocks, indicating potential major upside.
Delta Air Lines (DAL) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider
Delta Air Lines (DAL) closed at $52.70 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.36% move from the prior day.
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U.S. airlines, including Delta, have recovered from the pandemic better than their global peers due to government aid and stronger market positions. Delta has implemented successful strategies during the pandemic, including expanding its network in competitive markets and strengthening its international partnerships. Delta is becoming the industry cost leader by raising employee salaries and investing in growth, leading to industry-leading financial metrics and shareholder benefits.
