DELTA AIR LINES, INC. (NYSE: DAL) reported first quarter fiscal 2026 earnings on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Here's our comprehensive analysis of the results and what they mean for investors.
Key Results
| Metric | Actual | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $-0.44 | $0.60 | -173.33% |
| Revenue | $15.85B | $14.05B | +12.85% |
Earnings Per Share Analysis
DELTA AIR LINES, INC. significantly missed EPS expectations, reporting earnings per share of $-0.44 compared to Wall Street's estimate of $0.60. This represents a 173.3% miss on the bottom line.
Revenue Analysis
On the top line, DELTA AIR LINES, INC. crushed revenue expectations, posting revenue of $15.85B against expectations of $14.05B. The 12.9% revenue beat suggests healthy demand.
Blank Capital Rating
Based on our proprietary 6-factor quantitative model, DAL currently carries a Hold rating with a composite score of 54.0.
- Value: 73/100
- Growth: 50/100
- Momentum: 57/100
- Quality: 50/100
- Profitability: 50/100
- Volatility: 48/100
For the full analysis, visit our stock page for DAL.
Sector Context
DAL operates in the Industrials sector. Visit our sector page for broader analysis.
This article was automatically generated based on earnings data. The analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.
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Marques Blank
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Marques brings 15 years of institutional finance and investing experience, having overseen financial planning for a $1.6B defense business unit. He developed the proprietary 6-factor quantitative model used to score DAL and 4,400+ other equities.
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