Core Insights - Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) has a market capitalization of $38.4 billion and provides scheduled air transportation for passengers and cargo [1] Performance Overview - DAL shares have underperformed the broader market, declining 2.3% over the past year, while the S&P 500 Index has increased by 17.4% [2] - In 2025, DAL stock is down 5.6%, contrasting with the S&P 500's 16% gains year-to-date [2] - Compared to the U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS), DAL's underperformance is less pronounced, as JETS has gained about 5.1% over the past year [3] Financial Results - On October 9, DAL reported Q3 results with revenue of $16.7 billion, exceeding consensus estimates by 3.8% [4] - The company's EPS was $2.17, surpassing consensus estimates by 39.8% [4] - For the current fiscal year ending in December, analysts expect DAL's EPS to decline by 2.1% to $6.03 on a diluted basis [4] - DAL has consistently beaten consensus estimates in each of the last four quarters [4] Analyst Ratings - Among 20 analysts covering DAL, the consensus rating is a "Strong Buy," with 18 "Strong Buy" ratings, one "Moderate Buy," and one "Hold" [5] - The configuration has improved from a month ago, with 17 analysts suggesting a "Strong Buy" [6] - Freedom Capital maintained a "Buy" rating on DAL and raised the price target to $69, indicating a potential upside of 20.8% from current levels [6] - The mean price target of $73.58 represents a 28.8% premium to DAL's current price, while the highest price target of $90 suggests an upside potential of 57.6% [6]