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Delta Air Lines posts record Q3 revenue, expects 20% revenue growth in Q4 despite high fuel costs

Company Fundamentals
09 Oct 2026
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Delta Air Lines posts record Q3 revenue, expects 20% revenue growth in Q4 despite high fuel costs

Delta Air Lines reported a record September quarter revenue of $17.6 billion, driven by strong demand and yield growth, despite facing high fuel costs. The airline expects approximately 20% revenue growth in the December quarter and full-year earnings per share between $5.10 and $5.60. Delta plans to generate $2.5 billion in free cash flow for 2026 and reduce debt by over $2 billion in 2026, maintaining a strong investment-grade balance sheet. The results highlight Delta's resilience and profitability in a challenging fuel cost environment, with continued momentum expected into the next quarter.

Delta Air Lines shares trade at USD 79.70 on Pluang as of Oct 09, 2026 17:42 WIB, down 2.97% in one day. The stock's market cap stands at $54.02 billion, with a 52-week high of $93.66 and low of $55.65. Despite recent price dips, Pluang investors show strong buying interest, with 76% of orders to buy.

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