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Delta Air Lines Morgan Stanley’s 13th Annual Laguna Conference summary

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Morgan Stanley’s 13th Annual Laguna Conference summary11 Sep, 2025

Market environment and demand trends

  • Strong domestic corporate and high-yield leisure demand into the fall, with record post-pandemic corporate sales in September.

  • Industry capacity rationalization has led to increased pricing power and improved domestic trends.

  • Internationally, Transatlantic performance was weaker in summer but is improving in the fall; premium products continue to outperform main cabin.

  • Consumer and corporate confidence rebounded after a spring dip, with TSA volumes now up 1–2%.

  • Premium and loyalty segments are driving growth, with premium seat share and card spend at record levels.

Financial performance and outlook

  • Non-fuel costs for Q3 are expected to be flat to slightly up, but full-year financial targets remain on track.

  • Double-digit margins and returns are expected, with free cash flow of $3–$4 billion and earnings near $5 billion, matching last year.

  • Capital allocation prioritizes reinvestment, debt reduction, and shareholder returns, with leverage targeted to the low teens.

  • Revenue guidance was raised to the high end of the range, while EPS guidance remains unchanged due to cost considerations.

  • Margin upside is expected as main cabin performance improves and premium growth continues.

Strategic shifts and industry structure

  • Revenue streams are now diversified, with over 50% not tied to main cabin; premium, ancillary, and loyalty revenues are key.

  • Industry is seeing a shift as carriers unable to cover cost of capital face prolonged challenges, leading to potential structural changes.

  • Capacity adjustments focus on aligning with demand, especially in off-peak and main cabin segments.

  • International seasonality is shifting, with less pronounced summer peaks and more profitable shoulder seasons, aiding operational efficiency.

  • Ongoing investment in premium products and services, with plans to expand and test new offerings to enhance value.

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Delta Air Lines, Inc. provides scheduled air transportation for passengers and cargo in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Airline and Refinery. The company sells its tickets through various distribution channels, including delta.com and mobile applications; telephone reservations centers; online travel agencies; traditional brick and mortar, full-service travel agencies; and other internet websites. It also provides aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services; training services to third-party airlines; and aircraft charters. In addition, the company is involved in purchasing refined products for resale to end users or other Vitol subsidiaries. Delta Air Lines, Inc. was founded in 1924 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

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