"Delta Air Lines' CEO Optimistic as Company Reports $2 Billion Quarterly Profits"
Delta Air Lines exceeded Q4 earnings expectations, with adjusted net income of $828 million and revenue of $13.7 billion, attributing the success to the busiest holiday travel period in its history and record-high cash sales. CEO Ed Bastian expressed optimism for 2024, citing a strong start and projecting earnings per share between $6 and $7. The airline industry is navigating challenges such as supply chain delays and higher costs, while observing consumer trends in the experience economy. Delta's performance sets the stage for upcoming earnings reports from United Airlines and American Airlines.