The Investor
09 Oct 2025, 14:01
Delta Air Lines Posts Record September Quarter Revenue, Raises Full-Year Outlook
Delta Air Lines reported record September quarter revenue of 15.2 billion dollars, up 4.1 percent year-on-year, supported by strong premium, corporate, and loyalty performance. Adjusted earnings per share reached 1.71 dollars, while operating income totaled 1.7 billion with an 11.2 percent margin. The company expects December quarter earnings of 1.60 to 1.90 dollars per share and a full-year EPS of about 6 dollars, near the top of guidance. Delta projects free cash flow of 3.5 to 4 billion dollars for 2025, with gross leverage at 2.4 times. CEO Ed Bastian said Delta enters the final quarter of its centennial year with strong momentum and a solid outlook for 2026.
Delta Air Lines reported record September quarter revenue of 15.2 billion dollars, up 4.1 percent year-on-year, supported by strong premium, corporate, and loyalty performance. Adjusted earnings per share reached 1.71 dollars, while operating income totaled 1.7 billion with an 11.2 percent margin. The company expects December quarter earnings of 1.60 to 1.90 dollars per share and a full-year EPS of about 6 dollars, near the top of guidance. Delta projects free cash flow of 3.5 to 4 billion dollars for 2025, with gross leverage at 2.4 times. CEO Ed Bastian said Delta enters the final quarter of its centennial year with strong momentum and a solid outlook for 2026.