Delta Air Lines Delivers Staggering $2.6 B Pre‑Tax Profit in June Quarter, Soars 12% After Restoring Full‑Year Guidance

Delta Air Lines Reports Robust $2.6 B Pre‑Tax Income in June Quarter, Restores FY 2025 Guidance

Delta Air Lines June‑Quarter Financial Highlights

• Operating revenue: $16.6 billion

• Operating income: $2.1 billion (12.6% margin)

• Pre‑tax income: $2.6 billion (15.5% margin)

• Earnings per share (GAAP): $3.27

• Operating cash flow: $1.9 billion

• Debt and lease payments: $2.9 billion

• Total debt and lease obligations: $15.1 billion

Strategic Outlook & Guidance

• Q3 2025 EPS projection: $1.25–$1.75, with a 9–11% operating margin StreetInsider.com+4PR Newswire+4worldairlinenews.com+4

• Full‑year EPS range: $5.25–$6.25; Free cash flow: $3–$4 billion MarketWatch+7PR Newswire+7Delta News Hub+7

Management Commentary

Delta CEO Ed Bastian noted that Delta’s June performance and restored forecasts reflect disciplined execution and confidence in the business. He added that the team’s efforts are driving the company toward consistent earnings and cash flow delivery. ir.delta.com+15PR Newswire+15MarketWatch+15

Why It Matters

• EPS exceeded Q2 adjusted expectations of ~$2.10 vs. $2.06 consensus Reddit+3MarketWatch+3Investors.com+3

• Revenue remained steady year-over-year at ~$16.6 billion Financial Times

• Guidance reinstatement sparked a ~12% rise in Delta shares and boosted the broader airline sector