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Dec 31, 2024

Delta Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Delta achieved record December quarter revenue and operating profit, driven by industry-leading operational performance.

Key Takeaways

Delta Air Lines reported record December quarter revenue and operating profit, demonstrating industry-leading operational performance. The company's full year results included record revenue, $5 billion of pre-tax income, $8 billion of operating cash flow and $3.4 billion of free cash flow. Looking ahead to 2025, Delta anticipates earnings greater than $7.35 per share and free cash flow exceeding $4 billion.

Delta reported record December quarter revenue and operating profit.

The company delivered industry-leading operational and financial performance.

Delta expects strong demand for travel to continue into 2025.

The company is positioned to deliver the best financial year in its 100-year history.

Total Revenue
$15.6B
Previous year: $14.2B
+9.4%
EPS
$1.85
Previous year: $1.28
+44.5%
Free Cash Flow
$3.4B
Previous year: $2B
+70.0%

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Forward Guidance

Delta anticipates earnings greater than $7.35 per share and free cash flow exceeding $4 billion in 2025.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong demand for travel is expected to continue.
  • Consumers are increasingly seeking premium products and experiences.
  • Delta's differentiated strategy and best-in-class operations.
  • Constructive industry backdrop.
  • Anticipates earnings greater than $7.35 per share

Challenges Ahead

  • Non-fuel unit cost growth to continue in the low-single digits for the full year 2025
  • Efficiencies offset the impact of slower capacity growth
  • Continued investments in our people
  • Continued investments customer experience
  • No specific negatives mentioned.