The Investor
13 Jan 2026, 19:09
Delta Air Lines reported strong December-quarter and full-year 2025 results, underscoring its industry leadership and resilient financial performance.
Delta posted record revenue for both the December quarter and full year, generating $5 billion in pre-tax profit and a double-digit return on invested capital. Full-year GAAP earnings per share reached $7.66, supported by operating revenue of $63.4 billion and free cash flow of $4.6 billion on an adjusted basis. The airline ended 2025 with solid cash generation, reduced leverage, and a return on invested capital of 12%.
Looking ahead, Delta expects momentum to continue in 2026, forecasting earnings growth of around 20% year over year. For the March quarter, the company projects revenue growth of 5–7% compared with the prior year, driven by sustained consumer and corporate travel demand.
Source: Delta Air Lines earnings release, January 13, 2026
Delta posted record revenue for both the December quarter and full year, generating $5 billion in pre-tax profit and a double-digit return on invested capital. Full-year GAAP earnings per share reached $7.66, supported by operating revenue of $63.4 billion and free cash flow of $4.6 billion on an adjusted basis. The airline ended 2025 with solid cash generation, reduced leverage, and a return on invested capital of 12%.
Looking ahead, Delta expects momentum to continue in 2026, forecasting earnings growth of around 20% year over year. For the March quarter, the company projects revenue growth of 5–7% compared with the prior year, driven by sustained consumer and corporate travel demand.
Source: Delta Air Lines earnings release, January 13, 2026