Delta Air Lines missed Wall Street earnings estimates for the first time in two years and cut its 2026 profit forecast. Delta CEO Ed Bastian said demand remains strong and that fares appear to be rising further as fuel prices stay high.
Delta Air Lines is set to report earnings tomorrow morning, with traders looking for a sizable move from the stock.
United Airlines is positioned for potential record Q4 results and a strong 2027, supported by its advanced Starlink WiFi rollout. The airline is capturing a competitive edge as Delta's WiFi delays drive elite loyalty customers to United, though capacity constraints may limit immediate gains. The Persian Gulf oil situation shows signs of improvement, which could set up a rebound in 2027 earnings.
Analysts slashed their Delta Air Lines earnings estimates below the airline's own guidance, yet nearly all 25 analysts kept their Buy ratings intact.
Delta Air Lines and LATAM mark four years of their joint venture, expanding connectivity and passenger benefits across North and South America.
Delta Air Lines (DAL) closed the most recent trading day at $83.08, moving 1.2% from the previous trading session.
We begin a new week of trading by taking something of a breather between big economic reports last week — jobs and PCE inflation reports — and next week's unofficial start of Q3 earnings season. Pre-market futures are turning lower after closing up last week, spot oil prices are relatively muted at sustained higher levels, and bond yields are flattish but also higher than they've been in a long time.
Delta Air Lines is likely to have faced Q3 cost pressure from higher fuel, non-fuel expenses and a refinery outage despite healthy travel demand and expected revenue growth.
The billionaire has been railing against Delta CEO Ed Bastian because the airline went with Amazon's in-flight internet service.
Delta (DAL) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Delta Air Lines remains a buy, with a revised price target of $103.26, reflecting a 23% upside despite macro and fuel cost risks. Revenue expectations for Q3 are robust at $18.99B, but EPS consensus sits below guidance due to concerns over high oil prices. DAL's advanced cabin segmentation, asset optimization, and in-house refinery provide resilience and margin support amid industry cost pressures.
DAL pairs national park conservation efforts with European expansion, linking responsible travel initiatives with broader connectivity.