Delta forecasts ~20% profit jump in 2026, places first Boeing 787 order while cutting service at 121 airports
Delta forecast a roughly 20% jump in 2026 profits after early‑year strength in leisure and corporate bookings and has placed its first order for Boeing 787 Dreamliners. Management is also trimming service at 121 airports this year even as Wall Street grows increasingly bullish ahead of Q4 results.