Delta Air Lines (DAL.US) Price Target and Rating 2026/2027

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Price history for Delta Air Lines (DAL.US) – stock price at 92.79 $, August 2026
Delta Air Lines stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Delta Air Lines Price Target 2026: Analysts See 14% Upside

The average price target for Delta Air Lines is $105.52. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 13,72% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Delta Air Lines overvalued or undervalued?

Delta Air Lines is currently undervalued with a gap of 13.7% relative to the price target.


The current price is $92.79, which places Delta Air Lines in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $94.97, and overvalued when the price exceeds $116.07.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Delta Air Lines, the fair value range lies between $94.97 and $116.07.


See the full price target analysis for Delta Air Lines →

Analyst Ratings for Delta Air Lines stock in 2026: Strong Buy

24 analysts cover Delta Air Lines. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 87.5% recommend buying. The average price target is $105.52, which gives an upside of 13.7% from the current price.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.50/5)
Strong Buy
16 (66.7%)
Buy
5 (20.8%)
Hold
2 (8.3%)
Sell
1 (4.2%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.50 out of 5 based on 24 analysts

About Delta Air Lines – Luftfartselskab

Delta Air Lines driver et stort, planlagt flyselskab, der transporterer passagerer og fragt både i USA og internationalt. De tjener hovedsageligt penge på at sælge billetter via deres egen hjemmeside, delta.com, og Fly Delta appen, men også gennem rejsebureauer. De er kendt for deres store netværk, som centrerer sig om knudepunkter som Atlanta, New York-JFK og Seattle. Internationalt dækker Delta store markeder med hubs i byer som Amsterdam, Paris og Seoul. Udover flyvninger tilbyder de også vedligeholdelse af fly og sælger færdige feriepakker. Delta blev grundlagt i 1929 og har i dag en flåde på over 1.300 fly. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Delta Air Lines

$ 57,5B Market cap
$ 68,3B Revenue
Luftfartselskab Industry
15.21 P/E
0.84 P/S
2.64 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
delta.com Website
Industri Sector

What kind of stock is Delta Air Lines?

Value stock Quality stock Momentum stock

Delta Air Lines is classified as a value stock and quality stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, strong financial health (Piotroski 9/9), and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for Delta Air Lines

💰 Value Score 80/100 (Very High)
⭐ Quality Score 77/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 93/100 (Very High)
📊 Total Score 83/100

⚠️ 3 red flags identified 2 critical

Our analysis has identified 3 potential risk factors in Delta Air Lines that investors should be aware of.

🚨 High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 393% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -0.17 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.
⚠️ Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 25% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Delta Air Lines trades at a P/E ratio of 15.2, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 13.7 (10% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 0.8 (low — potentially undervalued relative to revenue). The P/B ratio is 2.6. The PEG ratio is 0.21 — below 1.0 suggests the stock is cheap relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Delta Air Lines has a profit margin of 5.8% (moderate) and an operating margin of 7.9%. Return on equity (ROE) is 20.1% — excellent return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 4.0%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -25.4% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 9 out of 9 — excellent financial health. Altman Z2 is -0.17 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 392.9% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 3.85%.

Delta Air Lines Dividend 2026: 0.9% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Delta Air Lines in 2026

Dividend yield
0.85%
Dividend per share
0.22 USD
Payout ratio
14.3%
Low
Dividend growth (5 years)
-15.0%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
0.35 USD

When does Delta Air Lines pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
July 9, 2026
Next dividend payment
July 30, 2026
Latest payment date
July 30, 2026

How much does Delta Air Lines pay in dividends?

Delta Air Lines pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.22 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 0.85%. Over the last 5 years, the annual dividend has fallen by 15.0%.

The payout ratio is 14.3%, which is low. This suggests the company prioritizes reinvesting in growth over dividend payments. There is good room to raise the dividend in the future.

Historical Dividend Payments for Delta Air Lines

We have registered dividend payments for Delta Air Lines since 2020-02-19. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 12 times, most recently on 2026-07-09. This stock qualifies as a sporadic dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 3 years. That makes it interesting for investors looking for occasional dividend income.

Ex-datePayment dateAmountCurrencyPeriod
2026-07-092026-07-300.22USDUnknown period
2026-05-142026-06-040.19USDUnknown period
2026-02-262026-03-190.19USDUnknown period
2025-10-162025-11-060.19USDUnknown period
2025-02-272025-03-200.15USDUnknown period
2024-10-102024-10-310.15USDUnknown period
2024-07-302024-08-200.15USDUnknown period
2024-05-132024-06-040.10USDUnknown period
2024-02-232024-03-180.10USDUnknown period
2023-10-112023-11-020.10USDUnknown period
2023-07-142023-08-070.10USDUnknown period
2020-02-192020-03-120.40USDUnknown period

Insider Trading in Delta Air Lines 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Delta Air Lines have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 75,051,827 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Carter Peter W, BELLEMARE ALAIN, Bastian Edward H and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 9 sales. A net 32,945,223 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 75,051,827 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Carter Peter W sold 39,900 shares at 93 $ each on 2026-08-04.

Who is selling: Carter Peter W, BELLEMARE ALAIN, Bastian Edward H, DEWALT DAVID G, Ausband Allison C and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Delta Air Lines (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Delta Air Lines. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-08-04 Carter Peter W Sell 39,900 93 3,709,902
2026-08-04 BELLEMARE ALAIN Sell 35,000 93 3,245,200
2026-08-04 Bastian Edward H Sell 206,510 93 19,164,128
2026-08-03 DEWALT DAVID G Sell 31,756 91 2,885,033
2026-05-27 BELLEMARE ALAIN Sell 25,000 81 2,036,000
2026-05-27 Ausband Allison C Sell 5,000 81 404,500
2026-05-26 Ausband Allison C Sell 5,000 79 395,000
2026-05-22 Ausband Allison C Sell 9,710 76 737,960
2026-05-21 Ausband Allison C Sell 5,000 74 367,500
2026-05-07 BELLEMARE ALAIN Sell 20,621 73 1,500,178

Who is buying and selling Delta Air Lines shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Carter Peter W, BELLEMARE ALAIN, Bastian Edward H, DEWALT DAVID G, Ausband Allison C and others. In total, 75,051,827 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Delta Air Lines Short Selling 2026: 3.9% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 3.9% of the free float
Short % of free float
3.9%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Short Interest Scale
0% 2% 5% 10% 20%+
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3.9%

When Does Delta Air Lines Report Earnings – Next Date: 10/8/2026

The next earnings report from Delta Air Lines is scheduled for October 8, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Delta Air Lines 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Delta Air Lines (DAL.US) – RSI 64, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Delta Air Lines technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Delta Air Lines, Inc

Delta Air Lines, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $93.14 is 7.0% above the 20-day average ($87.02). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 8.8% above the 50-day average ($85.64). Long term, the stock is 31.1% above the 200-day average ($71.04), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (85.64) is above the 200-day average (71.04), which is a classic bullish signal for Delta Air Lines, Inc.

Is Delta Air Lines, Inc overbought or oversold?

Delta Air Lines, Inc has an RSI of 63.6. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone. Combined with the positive trend, this supports the bullish picture.

MACD Analysis for Delta Air Lines, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (1.575), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (0.926) by 0.649, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (6.359), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (5.331) by 1.028, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly MACD are positive and above their signal lines. Trend and momentum confirm each other across time horizons – the strongest bullish signal.

Risk Profile for Delta Air Lines, Inc

Delta Air Lines, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 40.1%, which classifies the stock as medium risk. The price can swing noticeably when the market moves.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Delta Air Lines, Inc

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (1.575). Weekly bullish (6.359).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly rising.

RSI: 63.6 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Delta Air Lines stock in 2026

Should you buy Delta Air Lines stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Delta Air Lines is currently BUY. Delta Air Lines trades at $92.79 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 1.575 with rising momentum (signal: 0.926); RSI is at 63.6 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $105.52 points to 13.7% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Delta Air Lines stock?
The average analyst price target for Delta Air Lines is $105.52. The current price is $92.79, which gives an upside of 13.7%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $94.97 and $116.07.
Is Delta Air Lines a dividend stock?
Yes, Delta Air Lines is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.85%. The latest dividend was $0.22 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 7/9/2026. The payout ratio is 14.3%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/30/2026.
When does Delta Air Lines pay a dividend in 2026?
Delta Air Lines pays its next dividend on 7/30/2026. The latest dividend was $0.22 per share with an ex-dividend date of 7/9/2026. The dividend yield is 0.85%. The payout ratio of 14.3% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Delta Air Lines stock?
Delta Air Lines is rated as a stock with moderate risk. the annual standard deviation is 40.1%, which classifies the stock as moderate risk.
Is Delta Air Lines overvalued?
No, Delta Air Lines is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (13.7% upside). Delta Air Lines has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 15.2 (moderately valued), a P/S ratio of 0.8, a P/B ratio of 2.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 13.7%.
Is Delta Air Lines overbought?
No, Delta Air Lines is not overbought. RSI is at 63.6 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 63.6 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 6.6% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Delta Air Lines earnings report?
Delta Air Lines reports its next earnings on October 8, 2026. The stock currently trades at $92.79. With a P/E ratio of 15.2, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Delta Air Lines shorted?
Yes, Delta Air Lines is shorted with 3.9% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Delta Air Lines stock?
No, insiders are not buying Delta Air Lines shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 9 sales. On a net basis, 32,945,223 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 75,051,827 $ sold. Active sellers include Carter Peter W, BELLEMARE ALAIN, Bastian Edward H and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Delta Air Lines a good stock?
Based on our total score, Delta Air Lines is rated as a fantastic stock with a total score of 83 out of 100. The stock scores exceptionally high on value, quality and momentum – it is among the best 17% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 80/100, Quality: 77/100, Momentum: 93/100. In addition: analysts see 13.7% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.85%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Delta Air Lines is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Delta Air Lines stock?
The outlook for Delta Air Lines based on current data: the average analyst price target is $105.52 (+13.7%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 10/8/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 15.2 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Delta Air Lines stock rising?
Delta Air Lines is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 6.6% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Delta Air Lines go?
The average analyst price target for Delta Air Lines is $105.52, which corresponds to a potential gain of 13.7% from the current price of $92.79. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Delta Air Lines fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Delta Air Lines. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Delta Air Lines do?
Delta Air Lines driver et stort, planlagt flyselskab, der transporterer passagerer og fragt både i USA og internationalt. De tjener hovedsageligt penge på at sælge billetter via deres egen hjemmeside, delta.com, og Fly Delta appen, men også gennem rejsebureauer. De er kendt f... The company belongs to the Industri sector, more specifically the Luftfartselskab industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Delta Air Lines as an investment.
Did Delta Air Lines raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Delta Air Lines. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Delta Air Lines making money or losing money?
Yes, Delta Air Lines is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 5.8% — which is moderate. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 7.9%. At a P/E ratio of 15.2, you currently pay 15.2 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Delta Air Lines go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Delta Air Lines is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -0.17 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 9 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 393% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Delta Air Lines have a lot of debt?
Yes, Delta Air Lines has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 393%. For the industri sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Delta Air Lines service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 14.0x, and net debt equals 2.0 years of earnings (EBITDA).