Delta (DAL, $46.82) posts wider-than-expected Q1 loss
On Thursday, Delta Airlines reported quarterly loss that was steeper than analysts’ anticipated.
The airline reported an adjusted loss of -$3.55 for the first quarter, versus -$3.17 a share loss expected by analysts polled by Refinitiv.
Revenue of $4.15 billion, however came in higher than the $3.91 billion expected by analysts.
The company expects to break even in June, with rebound in travel following COVID19-induced slump. It said that domestic leisure bookings recovered to about 85% of 2019 levels; but international and business travel remain affected.
For its second quarter, Delta predicts that revenue will be 50% to 55% lower than the same period of 2019, on scheduled capacity that’s a third lower than two years ago. Delta’s costs, excluding fuel, will be 6% to 9% higher in the second quarter, according to the company.
DAL's MACD Histogram crosses above signal line
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for DAL turned positive on May 16, 2023. Looking at past instances where DAL's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 43 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on May 17, 2023. You may want to consider a long position or call options on DAL as a result. In of 89 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
DAL moved above its 50-day moving average on May 17, 2023 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for DAL crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on May 18, 2023. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 20 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where DAL advanced for three days, in of 299 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 227 cases where DAL Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator demonstrated that the stock has entered the overbought zone. This may point to a price pull-back soon.
The Stochastic Oscillator demonstrated that the ticker has stayed in the overbought zone for 11 days. The longer the ticker stays in the overbought zone, the sooner a price pull-back is expected.
The 50-day moving average for DAL moved below the 200-day moving average on May 16, 2023. This could be a long-term bearish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an downward trend.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where DAL declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
DAL broke above its upper Bollinger Band on May 17, 2023. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. DAL’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (3.810) is normal, around the industry mean (83.325). P/E Ratio (12.484) is within average values for comparable stocks, (22.085). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.279) is also within normal values, averaging (0.450). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.041) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.441) is also within normal values, averaging (1.092).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. DAL’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 93, placing this stock worse than average.
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General Information
a provider of scheduled air transportation for passengers, freight, and mail services
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Correlation & Price change
A.I.dvisor indicates that over the last year, DAL has been closely correlated with AAL. These tickers have moved in lockstep 87% of the time. This A.I.-generated data suggests there is a high statistical probability that if DAL jumps, then AAL could also see price increases.
