DAL
NYSE · Airlines
Delta Air Lines Inc
$67.99
+1.34 (+2.01%)
Performance
1D
—
1W
—
1M
—
3M
-4.04%
6M
+17.92%
1Y
+41.44%
YTD
-1.55%
Open$67.01
Previous Close$66.65
Day High$68.60
Day Low$67.01
52W High$76.39
52W Low$34.74
Volume—
Avg Volume8.36M
Market Cap44.26B
P/E Ratio8.84
EPS$7.66
SectorAirlines
Technical Indicators
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SMA 50
$69.99
Below
SMA 200
$59.34
Above
RSI (14)
51.8
Neutral
Trend
Golden Cross
Bullish
Analyst Ratings
Strong Buy
32 analysts
Price Target
-25.4% upside
Current
$67.99
$67.99
Target
$50.69
$50.69
$32.43
$50.69 avg
$70.97
Key Financials
| FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 60.30B | 55.94B | 14.46B |
| Net Income | 4.76B | 3.98B | 2.01B |
| Profit Margin | 7.9% | 7.5% | 13.9% |
| EBITDA | 7.70B | 6.79B | 3.72B |
| Free Cash Flow | — | — | 1.72B |
| Rev Growth | +7.8% | +7.8% | -3.5% |
| Debt/Equity | 0.68 | 0.68 | 0.45 |
Dividend
Dividend Yield1.11%
Annual Dividend$0.68
Payout Ratio8.8%
Frequencyquarterly
Ex-Dividend—
Pay Date—
About Delta Air Lines Inc
Delta Air Lines, Inc. is one of the world's largest airlines by passengers carried, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, operating a global network of routes across more than 50 countries on six continents. The company serves customers through its mainline fleet, regional partners operating under the Delta Connection brand, and an extensive network of codeshare and SkyTeam alliance relationships. Delta is a founding member of the SkyTeam global airline alliance and operates major hubs in Atlanta, New York, Detroit, Minneapolis, Seattle, and Boston. It is consistently ranked among the leading United States carriers in on-time performance and customer satisfaction.
Airlines Peers
| Symbol | Name | Price | Change | P/E | Mkt Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAL | United Airlines Holdings Inc | $92.95 | -0.65% | 9.1 | 30.45B |
| LUV | Southwest Airlines Co | $40.19 | +0.90% | 46.3 | 20.42B |
| JOBY | Joby Aviation Inc | $8.97 | -0.22% | — | 9.89B |
| AAL | American Airlines Group Inc | $10.74 | +0.28% | 80.5 | 8.94B |
| ALK | Alaska Air Group Inc | $39.28 | +2.08% | 50.2 | 5.02B |
| CPA | Copa Holdings Sa-Class A | $115.29 | +1.02% | 8.7 | 5.81B |
DAL Frequently Asked Questions
What does Delta Air Lines do?
Delta operates a global airline network with hubs in Atlanta, New York-JFK, Minneapolis, Detroit, Seattle, and Salt Lake City, connecting domestic and international routes across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The company generates revenue from ticket sales, cargo, and increasingly from its SkyMiles loyalty program — the credit card partnership with American Express alone generates billions in annual revenue, providing a stream of income less exposed to fuel costs and load factors than the core airline business. Delta TechOps is also a significant aircraft maintenance provider to other carriers.
Is DAL stock a good investment?
Delta has distinguished itself from airline peers through its focus on premium travel — business class, premium economy, and the Amex partnership — that generates higher margins and better customer loyalty than economy-focused strategies. Airline stocks carry inherent cyclical and fuel cost risks, but Delta has managed its balance sheet more conservatively than legacy peers. Revenue per available seat mile and fuel efficiency are the key metrics that drive profitability between cycles. The reinstated dividend is modest but signals management confidence in post-pandemic recovery durability.
Who are Delta Air Lines' main competitors?
United Airlines competes head-to-head on international and transcontinental routes, and both companies have been gaining share from leisure and business travelers over Southwest. American Airlines competes across overlapping hubs, particularly in New York, Dallas, and international markets. Southwest Airlines dominates domestic point-to-point travel. In premium international travel, British Airways (IAG), Lufthansa, and Air France-KLM compete for the same business class passengers on transatlantic routes where Delta has a significant partnership with Air France and Virgin Atlantic.
Does Delta Air Lines pay dividends?
Delta reinstated its quarterly dividend after suspending it during the COVID-19 pandemic, and management has indicated a commitment to growing it gradually alongside earnings and cash flow recovery. The dividend yield is modest, with management balancing shareholder returns against debt reduction and fleet investment following the pandemic's impact on the balance sheet. Airlines have historically been unreliable dividend payers due to cycle volatility, but Delta's premium positioning and loyalty revenue stream have improved its financial durability compared with industry history.
How much does DAL stock cost right now?
DAL is currently trading at $67.99, up 2.01% in today's session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $34.74 and a high of $76.39. The current price represents 80% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.
What is the analyst consensus for DAL?
Among 32 analysts covering DAL, the consensus rating is Strong Buy — 29 rate it a buy, 3 hold, and 0 sell. The average price target sits at $50.69, implying 25% downside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.
Does Delta Air Lines Inc make money?
Delta Air Lines Inc generated $60.30B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $4.76B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 7.9% reflects the competitive nature of its industry.
Is DAL stock expensive based on earnings?
DAL trades at a P/E ratio of 8.84 on trailing earnings of $7.66 per share. That's significantly below the market average, which can indicate the stock is undervalued or that investors see risks to future earnings. Comparing this multiple against Airlines sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.
Is DAL stock going up or down?
Performance varies across timeframes, reflecting shifting market conditions. Returns by timeframe: -4.04% (3M), +17.92% (6M), +41.44% (1Y), -1.55% (YTD). Comparing these figures against the S&P 500 and sector benchmarks helps determine whether DAL is outperforming or lagging the broader market.