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Further Reading from MarketBeat Delta Hit Turbulence in Q4—Now Comes the OpportunityAuthored by Thomas Hughes. First Published: 1/14/2026. 
Summary - Delta shares dropped after the company reported Q4 earnings, despite posting a record free cash flow and providing strong full-year guidance, creating a potential buying opportunity.
- The airline is reducing debt, expanding its premium fleet, and positioning for long-term margin growth supported by favorable macro trends.
- Analysts remain bullish with 100% Buy ratings, citing strong fundamentals and upside potential to new highs in 2026.
Delta Air Lines' (NYSE: DAL) stock fell after its Q4 fiscal year 2025 earnings release, creating a potential buying opportunity. The decline reflects guidance that analysts view as cautious, but that guidance still calls for sustained growth, accelerating margins and robust capital returns. Delta is reporting record results—including strong free cash flow—and projecting continued momentum. The cautious guidance and the volatility it produced look like near-term turbulence; the uptrend that began in 2025 remains intact, and fresh highs are likely in 2026. Delta’s Record Quarter Drives Record Cash Flow and Debt Reduction For many investors, a family trust can be an essential tool for protecting assets, avoiding probate, and ensuring wealth is passed on according to your wishes. Trusts may also provide shielding from creditors and lawsuits while offering potential tax advantages—especially with estate tax thresholds set to decrease in 2026.
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