Delta says demand is stabilizing, putting wind beneath its rivals’ wings
What’s good for the goose can also provide shareholder value to the gander. Delta’s positive earnings outlook on Thursday morning is giving some wind beneath the wings of rivals United Airlines and American Airlines. Both carriers’ shares are climbing.
Putting airline investors in a sharing mood: Delta’s belief that travel demand is stabilizing from both consumers and businesses. According to Delta President Glen Hauenstein, “Demand trends stabilized at levels that are flat to last year.” Things appear good enough that Delta made a full-year earnings prediction (though it’s down from the guidance it issued back in January).
Shares of Alaska Air, Southwest Airlines, and JetBlue also climbed on Thursday morning.