DAL Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how DAL performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, DAL sees a -1.02% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.20% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -1.07%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
DAL Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
15.56B
9.39%
-0.75%
Gross Margin
48.04%
4.73%
3.05%
Operating Margin
11.14%
19.91%
25.03%
Net Margin
5.42%
-62.15%
-33.17%
EPS
1.29
-59.31%
-34.52%
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DAL Earnings Analysis
Delta Air Lines Inc Corporation (DAL.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Record December Quarter Revenue: December quarter revenue was a record $14.4 billion, 5.7% higher than 2023 and above the top end of our guidance on industry-leading operational performance and strong close-in demand.
Record Profit and Revenue: We reported a December quarter pre-tax profit of $1.6 billion with earnings per share of $1.85 at the top end of our guidance on record revenue and outstanding operational performance.
Record December Quarter Profit: This marks the largest December quarter profit in Delta Air Lines, Inc.'s history, improving more than $500 million over last year.
Operational Excellence Achieved: For the full year 2024, our operational teams delivered 78 brand-perfect days.
Strong Operating Margin Performance: We achieved a double-digit operating margin and $5.2 billion of pre-tax income, representing nearly 50% of the industry's profitability.
Negative
Record December Quarter Revenue: December quarter revenue was a record $14.4 billion, 5.7% higher than 2023 and above the top end of our guidance on industry-leading operational performance and strong close-in demand.
December Quarter Profit Report: We reported a December quarter pre-tax profit of $1.6 billion with earnings per share of $1.85 at the top end of our guidance and more than 40% higher year over year.
Operating Margin Improvement: Operating margins of 12% were up two points over the prior year.
Strong Financial Performance: For the full year, we reported a double-digit operating margin, earnings of $6.16 per share, and a return on invested capital of 13%.
Gross Leverage and Assets: We ended 2024 with gross leverage at 2.6 times and uncovered assets of $30 billion.
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DAL Earning Call Sentiment
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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The earnings call revealed strong financial performance, including record revenue and profit growth, which are positive indicators. Despite rising labor costs, the company maintains a cautious approach to capacity management, which is prudent. The Q&A section highlighted positive analyst sentiment, particularly regarding transatlantic performance and corporate demand. The $1.4 billion profit-sharing plan and share repurchase program further support a positive outlook. While there are concerns about labor costs and the impact of LA wildfires, these are mitigated by strong demand and strategic responses. Overall, the sentiment is positive, predicting a 2% to 8% stock price increase.