Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL)
NYSE:DAL
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DAL Stock Chart & Stats
$71.72
-$0.79(-1.29%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$71.72
-$0.79(-1.29%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$45.28 - $87.39
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.75M
Average Volume (3M)7.38M
Market Cap
$55.31B
Enterprise Value$63.15B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$5.05B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$14.16B
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.3
Beta1.22
Next Earnings
Jul 10, 2026EPS Estimate
1.51Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.96%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)6.92
Shares Outstanding656,994,300
10 Day Avg. Volume7,415,550
30 Day Avg. Volume7,380,029
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.21
Price to Book (P/B)2.17
Price to Sales (P/S)0.71
P/FCF Ratio11.70
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.14
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.97
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit3.70
Enterprise Value/Ebitda6.94
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$86.00Price Target Upside19.91% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering15
EPS Forecast (FY)5.47
Revenue Forecast (FY)$64.95B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationSustained operating cash flow (~$8.4B TTM) and positive free cash flow (~$3.9B) provide durable internal funding for fleet renewal, debt paydown and strategic investments. This cash generation improves financial resilience across cycles and supports long-term capital allocation priorities.
Material Leverage ReductionLarge deleveraging over multiple years meaningfully strengthens the capital structure, restoring investment-grade metrics and increasing financial flexibility. Lower gross leverage and rebuilt equity make the company better able to absorb industry shocks and fund long-term initiatives.
Diversified Revenue Mix & Loyalty StrengthA revenue mix where >60% comes from diversified sources (premium fares, loyalty, ancillary, MRO growth) reduces dependence on commodity ticketing. Strong loyalty/co‑brand momentum and premium growth boost recurring, higher‑margin revenue and increase lifetime customer value over time.
Bears Say
Sharp Jet Fuel SpikeA sustained jump in jet fuel that adds >$2B of quarterly expense materially weakens operating margins and free cash flow. Even with hedges and partial recapture, prolonged high fuel costs can force capacity cuts, compress returns and limit long‑term margin stability across cycles.
Rising Nonfuel Unit CostsPersistent nonfuel unit cost inflation (crew, recovery and operational expenses up ~6% YoY) erodes operating margin headroom even with revenue growth. If structural, higher unit costs reduce the company’s ability to convert revenue into durable profits and constrain margin sustainability.
Operational Reliability And Crew ImpactsContractual and operational disruptions that impair on‑time performance can reduce customer loyalty, raise recovery and staffing costs, and depress premium demand. These issues take time to fix and can have lasting effects on unit revenue and service reputation if not fully resolved.
Delta Air Lines News
DAL FAQ
What was Delta Air Lines Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Delta Air Lines Inc. lowest stock price was $45.28 and its highest was $87.39 in the past 12 months.
What is Delta Air Lines Inc.’s market cap?
Delta Air Lines Inc.’s market cap is $55.31B.
When is Delta Air Lines Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Delta Air Lines Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 10, 2026 which is in 20 days.
How were Delta Air Lines Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Delta Air Lines Inc. released its earnings results on Apr 08, 2026. The company reported $0.64 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.58 by $0.06.
Is Delta Air Lines Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Delta Air Lines Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Delta Air Lines Inc. pay dividends?
Delta Air Lines Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.188 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.96%. See more information on Delta Air Lines Inc. dividends here
What is Delta Air Lines Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Delta Air Lines Inc.’s EPS estimate is 1.51.
How many shares outstanding does Delta Air Lines Inc. have?
Delta Air Lines Inc. has 656,994,300 shares outstanding.
What happened to Delta Air Lines Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Delta Air Lines Inc. reported an EPS of $0.64 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.58. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.75%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Delta Air Lines Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DAL
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Delta Air Lines Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$86.00 (19.91% Upside)
$86.00 (19.91% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DAL Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 38.1M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $11.2M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days <0.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.2%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 99%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
79.11%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
23.14%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
9.17%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Delta Air Lines Inc.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. operates scheduled air transport services for both passengers and freight, serving destinations across the United States and internationally. Its operations are structured into two main segments: its core airline business and a refinery division. Domestically, its network is anchored by primary hubs in Atlanta, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Detroit, and Salt Lake City, further supported by coastal gateways such as Boston, Los Angeles, New York (LaGuardia and JFK), and Seattle. Globally, it maintains a significant presence through key international hubs and operational centers in cities like Amsterdam, Mexico City, London-Heathrow, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, and Seoul-Incheon. Tickets are distributed through multiple channels, including its official website (delta.com), the Fly Delta mobile app, direct reservations, online travel agencies, traditional brick-and-mortar agencies, and other distribution partners. Beyond flight services, the company offers aircraft maintenance, engineering support, repair, and overhaul capabilities. It also arranges vacation packages for external clients, along with aircraft charter services, management, and associated programs. The airline operates a vast fleet of roughly 1,200 aircraft. Established in 1924, Delta Air Lines, Inc. is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
DAL Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a largely positive operational and financial story—record revenue, strong unit revenue, margin improvement guidance for Q2, robust cash generation, improved leverage and clear commercial momentum across premium, loyalty and corporate segments. These positives are tempered by a significant and sudden jet fuel shock (adding >$2 billion of quarterly expense), persistent nonfuel cost pressure, near-term reliability issues tied to contract changes, and limited full-year visibility. Management emphasized mitigation actions (capacity discipline, fuel recapture, refinery offset) and confidence in long-term structural advantages.View all DAL earnings summariesDAL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$86.00
▲(19.91% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.52% Insiders
31.40% Mutual Funds
33.70% Other Institutional Investors
10.21% Public Companies and Individual Investors