Delta Air Lines (DAL) Misses Q3 EPS by 20c, Beats on Revenue; Cuts FY EPS Guidance

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Delta Air Lines Announces September Quarter 2026 Financial Results

October 9, 2026 6:30 AM EDT

Strength of results and outlook demonstrate Delta's structural durability in high fuel cost environment

Record September quarter revenue on broad demand strength and healthy yield growth

Expect continued momentum in December quarter with revenue expected to grow approximately 20 percent

Outlook for full-year EPS of $5.10 to $5.60 and free cash flow of approximately $2.5 billion with a double-digit return on invested capital

Strengthening investment-grade balance sheet... More