Delta Air Lines raises quarterly dividend 15% to $0.2150 per share
Delta Air Lines' Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2150 per share, an increase of approximately 15% over previous levels. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of the close of business on July 9, 2026, and will be paid on July 30, 2026.

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Delta Air Lines' Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2150 per share, marking an increase of approximately 15% over previous levels. The dividend will be paid to shareholders of record as of the close of business on July 9, 2026, with the payment date scheduled for July 30, 2026.
Dividend Details
The declaration represents a raise in the company's shareholder returns, moving the dividend from $0.1875 to $0.2150 per share. The record date determines which shareholders are entitled to the payout.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Record Date | July 9, 2026 |
| Payment Date | July 30, 2026 |
Key Dates
Shareholders must hold the stock at the close of business on the record date to qualify for the dividend. The payment will be made shortly after the record date.
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