Delta raises full-year forecast, expects profit ranging to $6 per share

Delta Air Lines has raised its full-year forecast and expects to report 2023 adjusted profit in the range of about $5 per share to $6 per share citing strong demand and more expensive fare classes that drive the growth. In a presentation ahead of its investor day, the airline also raised its estimate for free cash generation this year to $3 billion from $2 billion. Delta reinstated its quarterly dividend earlier this month. Delta forecast revenue per available seat mile to be up as much as 18% over last year, an increase from a previous forecast of 15% to 17%