Delta Air Lines (DAL) shares declined 3.69% to close at $66.88 on February 23, 2026, as tariff-driven inflation fears pressured the airline sector and broader cyclical stocks.
- Analysts from BofA and UBS maintain Buy ratings for the carrier, forecasting 5-7% revenue growth and a 20% increase in EPS despite conservative 2026 guidance.
- Recent operational highlights include a significant Airbus widebody order and a confirmed dividend payment of $0.1875 per share.
- The downward movement follows a recent high of $69.44, likely influenced by market anxiety surrounding new global tariffs effective February 24.