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)7.56M
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
1.48Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.96%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)6.92
Shares Outstanding656,994,300
10 Day Avg. Volume8,413,712
30 Day Avg. Volume7,557,361
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
$87.71Price Target Upside22.30% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering15
EPS Forecast (FY)5.48
Revenue Forecast (FY)$64.94B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash Generation & DeleveragingConsistent multi‑billion operating and free cash flows have supported meaningful debt reduction and restored equity. That durable cash generation funds fleet renewal, profit‑sharing, and capital needs while improving resilience and financial flexibility over the coming 2–6 months.
Robust Loyalty And Co‑brand RevenueHigh and growing SkyMiles/co‑brand revenue provides recurring, high‑margin cash flows that are less cyclical than ticket sales. Strong partner spend and premium momentum boost customer lifetime value and offer structural revenue stability and pricing power across cycles.
MRO Expansion And Fleet RenewalExpanding third‑party MRO activity and large aircraft orders signal structural diversification and capital reinvestment. MRO growth creates higher‑margin aftermarket revenue and better utilization of maintenance capabilities, supporting durable cash flow and margin improvement over time.
Bears Say
Large Jet‑fuel Exposure And VolatilityA sudden, sustained rise in jet fuel is a structural earnings headwind for network carriers. Large fuel shocks can quickly erase operating margins and cash flow gains; limited ability to fully recapture costs through fares means sustained volatility materially weakens near‑term financial resilience.
Rising Nonfuel Unit Costs And Margin VariabilityPersistent nonfuel unit cost inflation—driven by crew, recovery and operations—compresses margins even with revenue strength. Given airlines' inherent cyclicality, sustained cost growth increases earnings volatility and reduces the margin buffer available during downturns.
Meaningful Leverage And Covenanted RevolverAlthough debt has fallen, leverage remains material for a cyclical airline and the new credit facility contains financial covenants. Covenants and potential acceleration risk can constrain capital allocation and liquidity flexibility if results deteriorate, limiting strategic optionality in stress scenarios.
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 17 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 $0.215 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 1.48.
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:
$87.71 (22.30% Upside)
$87.71 (22.30% 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 ▲ 2.5%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.5%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 99%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
84.21%
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
$87.71
▲(22.30% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.53% Insiders
31.42% Mutual Funds
33.70% Other Institutional Investors
10.66% Public Companies and Individual Investors