Delta CEO Points to Strong Demand Among Wealthy Travelers -- Market Talk

Dow Jones2026/10/09 15:17

1117 ET - Wealthier Americans have more money to spend, and they're increasingly putting it towards travel, Delta Air Lines Chief Executive Ed Bastian says during a call with analysts. Bastian says, "The top 40% of U.S. households, which make up the majority of Delta's customer base, are nearly $40 trillion wealthier than they were just a few years ago." He says they are increasingly prioritizing experiences, including travel. Those trends are helping Delta's premium growth remain robust, he says, while main cabin trends continue to improve. (kelly.cloonan@wsj.com) (END) Dow Jones Newswires October 09, 2026 11:17 ET (15:17 GMT)

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