Delta Air Lines (DAL) shares surged more than 5% on February 6, 2026. The stock reached an intraday and all-time high of $73.68 during the session. Trading activity exceeded average daily volumes, marking a new 52-week high for the carrier.
Delta’s Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1875 per share on the same day. The company will pay the dividend on March 19, 2026. Shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 26, 2026, are eligible for the distribution. The announcement aligns with the airline's established capital return framework.