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Delta Air Lines Announces Dividend Increase and Maintains Strong Market Presence

  • Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) raises its quarterly dividend by 25% to $0.1875 per share.
  • Bernstein maintains an "Outperform" rating on Delta, with a price target adjustment from $61 to $60, indicating a potential increase of approximately 26.16%.
  • Delta's operational excellence and commitment to shareholder value are underscored by its market capitalization of approximately $30.79 billion and a trading volume of 3.23 million shares.

Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) has announced a 25% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it to $0.1875 per share. This dividend will be distributed to shareholders on record by July 31, 2025, with payment scheduled for August 21, 2025. Delta is renowned for its exceptional service and innovation, operating up to 5,000 flights daily and connecting over 290 destinations across six continents.

In 2024, Delta served over 200 million customers and was recognized by J.D. Power for leading in First/Business and Premium Economy Passenger Satisfaction. The airline was also acknowledged as North America's most on-time airline and received the Platinum Award for Operational Excellence from Cirium. Delta remains committed to providing a connected, personalized, and enjoyable travel experience.

On June 18, 2025, Bernstein maintained its "Outperform" grade for Delta, with the stock priced at $47.56. Bernstein adjusted the price target for Delta, lowering it from $61 to $60. Despite this adjustment, the new target still suggests a potential price increase of approximately 26.16% from the current price.

Delta's stock is currently trading at $47.16 on the NYSE, experiencing a slight decrease of 0.85%, with a change of $0.41. The stock has fluctuated between a low of $47.13 and a high of $48.19 today. Over the past year, it reached a high of $69.98 and a low of $34.74, with a market capitalization of approximately $30.79 billion.

Delta's trading volume stands at 3.23 million shares. The company's strong market presence and operational excellence continue to attract investor interest, as highlighted by Bernstein's positive outlook. Delta's commitment to enhancing shareholder value through dividend increases further solidifies its position in the competitive airline industry.