Delta Air Lines (DAL) shares rose 2.68% to close at $70.85 on February 17, 2026, recovering from previous weekly declines as geopolitical tensions in the Iran Strait showed signs of diplomatic progress.
- The stock edged slightly lower in after-hours trading to $70.75 (-0.14%), tracking broader market trends.
- Recent performance is bolstered by a major Airbus widebody order, a February 13 profit-sharing payout, and favorable Buy ratings from analysts.