Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Jan 16 $57.5 Calls at the Bid: 2500 vs 2328 OI; Earnings 7/10 Before Open [est] 

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Jan 16 $57.5 Calls at the Bid: 2500 @ $5.56 vs 2328 OI; Earnings 7/10 Before Open [est] Ref=$52.28

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Jun 20 $50 Calls Sweep (31) near the Bid: 2000 vs 12549 OI; Earnings 7/10 Before Open [est] 

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Jun 20 $50 Calls Sweep (31) near the Bid: 2000 @ $4.25 vs 12549 OI; Earnings 7/10 Before Open [est] Ref=$52.29

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Jul 18 $48 Calls Sweep (187) near the Ask: 1770 vs 331 OI

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Jul 18 $48 Calls Sweep (187) near the Ask: 1770 @ $3.036 vs 331 OI; Ref=$45.3199

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Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.

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From lie-flat airline seats to luxury cruise cabins and high-end hotel brands, premium travel products have shown striking resilience to macroeconomic pressures—and companies leaning into this segment are emerging <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/travel-stocks">as the strongest performers.</a>
Premium travel is "increasingly driven by higher-income consumers less impacted by short-term macro volatility," said Goldman Sachs analyst Catherine O'Brien.
According to O'Brien, stocks most exposed to "premiumization" include Buy-rated Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>), Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>).
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In a note shared Thursday, O'Brien highlighted that premium cabins outperformed economy in the first quarter across all major U.S. airlines.
Delta Air Lines posted a 6.8% year-over-year increase in premium revenue in the first quarter, while its main cabin revenue declined 1.2%. United Airlines reported international Polaris cabin revenue up 8% and Premium Plus up 5%.
Alaska Air said premium accounted for 34% of total revenue, with Hawaiian routes contributing a 17% jump in high-end bookings.
Airlines like JetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBLU#NASDAQ">JBLU</a>) and American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) echoed similar trends, with premium class outperforming main cabin across both domestic and international routes.
This shift isn't just cyclical. Airlines have introduced more segmented products—from extra legroom economy to exclusive suites—making premium more accessible while preserving upsell potential. Delta's domestic first-class load factor jumped to 75%, from just 12% fifteen years ago.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Hotels: Luxury RevPAR Resilience</h3>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Cruise Lines: Premium Pricing Power</h3>
The cruise sector is also sailing toward premium. Goldman notes that Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean Cruises have priced their newest ships at up to 60% premiums over older vessels.
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Delta Air Lines.
Looking at options history for Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) we detected 9 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 55% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 33% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 5 are puts, for a total amount of $302,453 and 4, calls, for a total amount of $236,144.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $44.0 to $60.0 for Delta Air Lines over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Delta Air Lines stands at 3695.75, with a total volume reaching 2,239.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Delta Air Lines, situated within the strike price corridor from $44.0 to $60.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Delta Air Lines Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748462648_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$1.55</td>
<td>$1.52</td>
<td>$1.52</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$107.6K</td>
<td>11.4K</td>
<td align="right">788</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.5</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.45</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$92.2K</td>
<td>6</td>
<td align="right">143</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
<td>$86.6K</td>
<td>77</td>
<td align="right">222</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$1.46</td>
<td>$1.44</td>
<td>$1.44</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$57.9K</td>
<td>7.4K</td>
<td align="right">410</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$5.2</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$5.15</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$56.6K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td align="right">149</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Delta Air Lines</h3>
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.
In light of the recent options history for Delta Air Lines, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Delta Air Lines's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 5,483,504, with DAL's price down by -1.31%, positioned at $48.76.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 43 days.</li>
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<h3>What The Experts Say On Delta Air Lines</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $56.0.
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$192.7K</td>
<td>12.5K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VRT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$52.7K</td>
<td>581</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$330.0K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ADP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$59.8K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>583</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NXT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$41.8K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>360</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UPS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$196.5K</td>
<td>358</td>
<td>300</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ARRY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$38.0K</td>
<td>23</td>
<td>200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BWXT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$195.9K</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$52.50</td>
<td>$44.8K</td>
<td>374</td>
<td>38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UNP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$35.1K</td>
<td>400</td>
<td>27</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For DAL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 32 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1592 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 46 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $192.7K, with a price of $121.0 per contract. There were 12549 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1790 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For VRT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRT#NYSE">VRT</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 60 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 49 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.7K, with a price of $1078.0 per contract. There were 581 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1209 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JCI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JCI#NYSE">JCI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 60 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $100.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $330.0K, with a price of $330.0 per contract. There were 2278 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1020 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ADP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADP#NASDAQ">ADP</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 32 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 68 contract(s) at a $320.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $59.8K, with a price of $880.0 per contract. There were 1767 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 583 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NXT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXT#NASDAQ">NXT</a>), we observe a put option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 242 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 53 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.8K, with a price of $790.0 per contract. There were 3585 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 360 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UPS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 395 day(s) on June 18, 2026. This event was a transfer of 300 contract(s) at a $85.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 33 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $196.5K, with a price of $655.0 per contract. There were 358 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 300 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ARRY (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARRY#NASDAQ">ARRY</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 32 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $9.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.0K, with a price of $190.0 per contract. There were 23 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 200 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BWXT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BWXT#NYSE">BWXT</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 186 day(s) on November 21, 2025. Parties traded 38 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $195.9K, with a price of $5156.0 per contract. There were 3 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 38 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ALK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 60 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 140 contract(s) at a $52.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $44.8K, with a price of $320.0 per contract. There were 374 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 38 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding UNP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNP#NYSE">UNP</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 242 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 27 contract(s) at a $240.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.1K, with a price of $1300.0 per contract. There were 400 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 27 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Is a recession quietly taxiing down the runway? In March, airfare prices dropped 5.3% year-over-year, the sharpest decline in nearly four years, according to the<a href="https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf"> Bureau of Labor Statistics</a>.&nbsp;
The drop came as major U.S. airlines — including Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), Southwest Airlines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>), United Airlines (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), and Alaska Airlines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALK#NYSE">ALK</a>) — warned of weaker-than-expected demand, spurred by economic uncertainty, stalled business travel, and global volatility.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Slashed Fares, Shaky Forecasts, And A Bumpy Ride Ahead</h2>
&#8220;Like others in the industry, we&#8217;ve seen lower fare levels being booked for April and throughout the summer,&#8221; Alaska Airlines CFO Shane Tackett told Reuters in an <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/alaska-air-pulls-its-2025-outlook-sees-weaker-profit-second-quarter-2025-04-23/">interview</a> published last month. Though he emphasized that demand hadn't collapsed, Tackett confirmed the airline had to reduce fares to keep planes full.
Robert Isom, CEO of American Airlines, echoed the concern during the company's quarterly <a href="https://americanairlines.gcs-web.com/events/event-details/q1-2025-american-airlines-group-inc-earnings-conference-call">earnings call </a>on April 24. "The economic uncertainty in the market has pressured demand and impacted America&#8217;s first-quarter results and second-quarter outlook," he told analysts, prompting the airline to pull its 2025 guidance.
Delta CEO Ed Bastian said during the company's April 9 <a href="https://s2.q4cdn.com/181345880/files/doc_earnings/2025/q1/transcript/CORRECTED-TRANSCRIPT_-Delta-Air-Lines-Inc-DAL-US-Q1-2025-Earnings-Call.pdf">earnings call</a>, highlighting measures taken in response to economic uncertainties. These include deferring aircraft deliveries and maintaining flat capacity growth for the second half of 2025. Bastian noted that corporate travel, which had been trending up 10% year-over-year at the start of 2025, has now flattened.
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Meanwhile, United Airlines took a split-scenario approach. In an <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/319687/000010051725000013/ual_12312024erex992.htm">investor update</a> filed with the SEC in January, the airline issued two 2025 profit forecasts: one showing earnings per share between $11.50 and $13.50 if the economy holds steady, and another EPS of $7 to $9 in a recession. Starting in July, United plans to reduce domestic capacity by 4%.
This domestic softness comes at a time when business travel budgets are also tightening. <a href="https://www.wsj.com/business/airlines/business-travel-expenses-decline-trade-war-7b0ac8b4">The Wall Street Journal</a> reported that companies like Invesco (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVZ#NYSE">IVZ</a>) and Meta (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) are trimming non-essential travel due to cost pressures and diminished ROI from face-to-face meetings.
Despite the turbulence at home, premium and international travel segments are staying aloft. United Airlines saw a <a href="https://ir.united.com/static-files/eac79d3d-fdbc-4c6d-97f2-109769c238a8">17% jump in premium booking</a>s and 5% rise in international sales. Delta is also leaning into loyalty programs and premium cabin sales.
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Alaska Airlines CFO Flags Softening Demand As Airlines Slash Ticket Prices – 'We Have Seen Lower Fare Levels Being Booked'

In the latest quarter, 12 analysts provided ratings for Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $59.58, along with a high estimate of $80.00 and a low estimate of $42.00. A 20.38% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $74.83. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747659681_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of Delta Air Lines among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Didora</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catherine O'Brien</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Savanthi Syth</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sheila Kahyaoglu</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Trent</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Delta Air Lines. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Delta Air Lines compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Delta Air Lines's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Delta Air Lines's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DAL/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Delta Air Lines analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Delta Air Lines: A Closer Look</h2>
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.
<h3>Delta Air Lines's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Delta Air Lines's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 2.12% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Delta Air Lines's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 1.71%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Delta Air Lines's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 1.56%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Delta Air Lines's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.31% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Delta Air Lines's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.44, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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12 Analysts Have This To Say About Delta Air Lines

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Jefferies cut the price target for BP p.l.c. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>) from $40.8 to $29. Jefferies analyst Giacomo Romeo downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold. BP shares closed at $29.76 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan boosted Marqeta, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MQ#NASDAQ">MQ</a>) price target from $5 to $6. JP Morgan analyst Tien-Tsin Huang upgraded the stock from Neutral to Overweight. Marqeta shares closed at $5.04 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MQ/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan raised the price target for Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) from $1,150 to $1,220. JP Morgan analyst Doug Anmuth downgraded the stock from Overweight to Neutral. Netflix shares closed at $1,191.53 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Barclays raised the price target for Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WSM#NYSE">WSM</a>) from $131 to $166. Barclays analyst Seth Sigman upgraded the stock from Underweight to Equal-Weight. Williams-Sonoma shares closed at $173.84 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WSM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co. raised ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACAD#NASDAQ">ACAD</a>) price target from $27 to $32. HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Fein maintained a Buy rating. ACADIA Pharmaceuticals shares settled at $22.26 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ACAD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Loop Capital raised Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHTR#NASDAQ">CHTR</a>) price target from $430 to $510. Loop Capital analyst Alan Gould upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. Charter Communications shares closed at $427.25 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHTR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Citigroup cut Helmerich &amp; Payne, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HP#NYSE">HP</a>) price target from $25 to $19. Citigroup analyst Scott Gruber downgraded the stock from Buy to Neutral. Helmerich &amp; Payne shares closed at $17.80 on Friday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS increased the price target for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) from $46 to $66. UBS analyst Thomas Wadewitz upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy. Delta Air Lines shares settled at $50.92 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DAL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS raised Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>) price target from $55 to $60. UBS analyst Manav Gupta upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy. Archer-Daniels-Midland shares closed at $50.13 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/adm/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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UBS analyst Thomas Wadewitz upgrades Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) from Neutral to Buy and raises the price target from $46 to $66.

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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading higher amid overall market strength following softer-than-expected April inflation readings. Additionally, investors continue to weigh US-China trade progress and President Trump's Middle East trip.



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Shares of companies within the broader industrial sector are trading higher amid overall market strength following softer-than-expected April inflation readings. Additionally, investors continue to weigh US-China trade progress and President Trump's Middle East trip.

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with DAL, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Delta Air Lines.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 37%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $86,000, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $987,125.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $50.0 to $62.5 for Delta Air Lines over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Delta Air Lines's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Delta Air Lines's whale activity within a strike price range from $50.0 to $62.5 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Delta Air Lines 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747144858_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$8.15</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$8.15</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$254.3K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>254</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$8.15</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$8.15</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$254.3K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>254</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$116.2K</td>
<td>966</td>
<td>381</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$3.05</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$116.2K</td>
<td>966</td>
<td>381</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$0.3</td>
<td>$0.31</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$108.0K</td>
<td>4.1K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Delta Air Lines</h3>
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Delta Air Lines, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Delta Air Lines</h3>
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<li>Trading volume stands at 1,063,730, with DAL's price up by 3.24%, positioned at $52.64.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 58 days.</li>
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<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Delta Air Lines</h3>
A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $46.0.
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Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) and Korean Air announced on Friday that they will be purchasing minority stakes worth a combined $550 million<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/n45315015/delta-korean-air-to-strengthen-partnerships-with-westjet"> in Canadian carrier WestJet</a>.
This strategic move has Delta acquiring a 15% interest for $330 million, while Korean Air secures a 10% share for $220 million, expanding their long-standing partnerships with WestJet.
The equity purchases come as part of an agreement with Onex Partners, a division of Canadian investment firm Onex Corp (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONEXF#OTC">ONEXF</a>), alongside its associated funds and co-investors. These new investments are intended to enhance airline cooperation, improve passenger services and strengthen routes across Canada, North America, Europe and Asia.
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Delta CEO Ed Bastian emphasized that investing in WestJet aligns Delta's priorities by offering a stronger global network and better passenger experiences across U.S. and Canadian routes. Meanwhile, Korean Air's CEO Walter Cho highlighted the importance of this investment in boosting transpacific connectivity and delivering greater convenience for travelers.
Following the completion of the transaction, Delta intends to transfer a 2.3% stake in WestJet to its joint venture partner Air France-KLM ADR (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFLYY#OTC">AFLYY</a>) for $50 million, subject to approvals. Despite these equity changes, Onex will retain control of WestJet, which is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta.
The three airlines already share a history of codeshare agreements, providing passengers with flight options across continents.
DAL, ONEXF Price Actions: Delta shares were trading higher 0.47% at $48.77, and Onex&nbsp;was up 0.27% at $73.19 at publication on Friday.
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Delta, Korean Air Invest $550 Million In WestJet To Boost Global Airline Power

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<li>Delta and Korean to acquire independent equity stakes totaling 25% in&nbsp;WestJet for US$550 million from Onex Partners and its affiliated funds and co-investors (the "Onex Group")</li>
<li>Agreement will further align airlines' interests, expand customer benefits and strengthen connectivity between Canada and North America, Europe and Asia and beyond</li>
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CALGARY, AB, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Delta Air Lines and Korean Air will strengthen their respective partnerships with&nbsp;WestJet through the purchase of minority equity stakes in the Canadian airline from Onex Partners, the upper middle market private equity platform of Onex, a Canadian investor and alternative asset manager. Affiliated funds and co-investors of the Onex Group intend to participate in the sale alongside Onex Partners. These investments build on each airline's existing relationship with WestJet to provide further benefits to customers in North America, Europe, Asia and beyond.
Under the agreements announced today, Delta and Korean will acquire independent equity stakes totaling 25% in WestJet. Delta will be investing US$330 million and acquiring a 15% stake, and Korean will invest US$220 million in exchange for a 10% stake.
Upon closing, Delta has the right and intent to sell and transfer a 2.3% stake in WestJet to its Joint Venture partner Air France-KLM, also an existing WestJet partner, in exchange for US$50 million. This separate transaction would remain subject to certain Air France-KLM approvals. The Onex Group will continue to own and control Calgary, Alberta-based WestJet.
Delta and Korean have each been codeshare partners with WestJet for years. The broader partnerships will support future benefits for travelers, including an elevated, more seamless travel experience for customers worldwide.

Delta Air Lines And Korean Air To Acquire Independent Equity Stakes Totaling 25% In WestJet For US$550M From Onex Group

Under the agreements announced today, Delta and Korean will acquire independent equity stakes totaling 25% in WestJet. Delta will be investing US$330 million and acquiring a 15% stake, and Korean will invest US$220 million in exchange for a 10% stake.&nbsp;
Upon closing, Delta has the right and intent to sell and transfer a 2.3% stake in WestJet to its Joint Venture partner Air France-KLM, also an existing WestJet partner, in exchange for US$50 million. This separate transaction would remain subject to certain Air France-KLM approvals. The Onex Group will continue to own and control Calgary, Alberta-based WestJet.

Delta To Acquire 15% Stake, Korean Air 10% In WestJet From Onex Group For $550M

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UBS analyst Thomas Wadewitz maintains Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $42 to $46.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Delta Air Lines, Raises Price Target to $46

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