Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Jul 18 $70 Calls at the Bid: 2300 vs 302 OI; Earnings 4/9 Before Open [est] 

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Jul 18 $70 Calls at the Bid: 2300 @ $4.01 vs 302 OI; Earnings 4/9 Before Open [est] Ref=$63.3284

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Apr 17 $70 Calls Sweep (6) near the Bid: 2938 vs 10958 OI; Earnings 4/9 Before Open [est] 

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Apr 17 $70 Calls Sweep (6) near the Bid: 2938 @ $1.865 vs 10958 OI; Earnings 4/9 Before Open [est] Ref=$62.885

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Apr 17 $65 Puts Sweep (44) near the Ask: 1501 vs 8782 OI; Earnings 4/9 Before Open [est] 

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Apr 17 $65 Puts Sweep (44) near the Ask: 1501 @ $5.196 vs 8782 OI; Earnings 4/9 Before Open [est] Ref=$63.3

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Apr 17 $60 Puts Sweep (63) near the Bid: 2363 vs 2011 OI; Earnings 4/9 Before Open [est] 

Delta Air Lines Option Alert: Apr 17 $60 Puts Sweep (63) near the Bid: 2363 @ $2.44 vs 2011 OI; Earnings 4/9 Before Open [est] Ref=$64.13

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Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.

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Shares of travel and tourism-related companies are trading lower as global markets continue to decline following President Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs.

Demand in the airline sector weakened throughout the first quarter, with expectations of a tough earnings season featuring lower second-quarter forecasts <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/airlines" rel="noreferrer noopener">and reduced 2025 earnings guidance.</a>
Airline stocks are down 24% year-to-date, and BofA Securities analyst Andrew G. Didora notes that demand recovery hinges on achieving macroeconomic stability.
The positive outlook for the airline industry in 2024 was initially based on steady demand, but that has shifted since early February due to factors like macro uncertainty, cuts in DOGE, weaker consumer confidence, poor transborder traffic, stagnating business travel, and slowing transatlantic demand, the analyst writes.
Per Didora, the upcoming first quarter of 2025 earnings season is expected to show weak second-quarter forecasts and lowered 2025 earnings guidance, with analysts adjusting their estimates and price targets.
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Due to weakening demand and pricing in 1Q25, the airline industry is expected to finish March with pricing at its lowest levels in several quarters.
Airlines need macroeconomic stability for demand to recover and reverse the 24% decline in stock prices year-to-date, the analyst notes.
Here are Didora&#8217;s key takeaways in some of the biggest players in the space:
<ul>
<li>The analyst reiterated the Buy rating on Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), lowering the price forecast from $65 to $56.</li>
<li>Didora maintained the Buy rating on United Airlines Holdings, Inc.(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>), reducing the price forecast from $110 to $100.</li>
<li>The analyst reiterated the Neutral rating on American Airlines Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>), lowering the price forecast from $16 to $12.</li>
</ul>
The analyst observes that, based on Bank of America&#8217;s aggregated credit and debit card data, spending slowed by 400bps from January to February, and March remained at February&#8217;s levels.
The analyst anticipates that 2025 earnings per share (EPS) forecasts will be at risk, with new projections showing that all airlines are likely to fall short of their full-year earnings targets.
With this trend,&nbsp;Delta Air Lines&#8217; revised 1Q25 unit revenue outlook of -1% suggests March unit revenues could be down 5%, with a forecast of low single-digit declines in 2Q25, assuming a 200bps improvement in April due to the Easter shift.
Specifically, the analyst&#8217;s revised forecasts for Delta and United Airlines are nearly 10% below consensus, at $6.40 and $11.35, respectively.
The analyst observes that while domestic supply has been slow to leave the market, May growth is the lowest in 1H25, aside from January.
Didora projects domestic growth to decrease into 3Q25 as airlines adjust supply to match new demand levels.
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Shares of travel and tourism-related companies are trading lower amid heavy selling pressure as markets react to President Trump's announcement of sweeping reciprocal tariffs.

Delta Airlines shares are trading lower after B of A Securities cut its price target on the stock from $65 to $56.

During the last three months, 8 analysts shared their evaluations of Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $66.0, with a high estimate of $80.00 and a low estimate of $46.00. Experiencing a 16.46% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $79.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743685245_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of Delta Air Lines among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Didora</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catherine O'Brien</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Savanthi Syth</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sheila Kahyaoglu</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Trent</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Wadewitz</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Oglenski</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
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<td>Christopher Stathoulopoulos</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Delta Air Lines. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Delta Air Lines compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Delta Air Lines's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Delta Air Lines's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DAL/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Delta Air Lines analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Delta Air Lines: A Closer Look</h2>
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.
<h3>Key Indicators: Delta Air Lines's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Delta Air Lines displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 9.39%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Delta Air Lines's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 5.42% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Delta Air Lines's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 5.83%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Delta Air Lines's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.12%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 1.49, Delta Air Lines adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Deep Dive Into Delta Air Lines Stock: Analyst Perspectives (8 Ratings)

B of A Securities analyst Andrew Didora maintains Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $65 to $56.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Delta Air Lines, Lowers Price Target to $56

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in DAL usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 18 extraordinary options activities for Delta Air Lines. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 50% leaning bullish and 33% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $559,507, and 13 are calls, amounting to $863,932.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $30.0 to $55.0 for Delta Air Lines over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Delta Air Lines's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Delta Air Lines's whale trades within a strike price range from $30.0 to $55.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Delta Air Lines Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743614844_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$7.15</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$357.5K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
<td>500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$2.14</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$151.7K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$117.3K</td>
<td>24</td>
<td>481</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$5.7</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$101.4K</td>
<td>235</td>
<td>208</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$2.08</td>
<td>$2.08</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$93.8K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Delta Air Lines</h3>
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.
<h3>Where Is Delta Air Lines Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 4,637,936, with DAL's price up by 1.7%, positioned at $43.14.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 7 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Delta Air Lines</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $70.2.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Overweight rating on Delta Air Lines, maintaining a target price of $80. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Goldman Sachs persists with their Buy rating on Delta Air Lines, maintaining a target price of $60. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Delta Air Lines, which currently sits at a price target of $72. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Raymond James persists with their Strong Buy rating on Delta Air Lines, maintaining a target price of $62. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Delta Air Lines, which currently sits at a price target of $77. 
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Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Goldman Sachs cut Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) price target from $83 to $60. Goldman Sachs analyst Catherine O&#8217;Brien maintained a Buy rating. Delta Air shares closed at $42.42 on Tuesday. See how other analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DAL/analyst-ratings">view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley slashed the price target for PVH Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PVH#NYSE">PVH</a>) from $95 to $86. Morgan Stanley analyst Kimberly Greenberger maintained an Equal-Weight rating. PVH shares closed at $76.43 on Tuesday. See how other <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PVH/analyst-ratings">analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Truist Securities raised GFL Environmental Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GFL#NYSE">GFL</a>) price target from $54 to $58. Truist Securities analyst Tobey Sommer maintained a Buy rating. GFL Environmental shares closed at $47.77 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GFL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Raymond James cut the price target for nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCNO#NASDAQ">NCNO</a>) from $42 to $32. Raymond James analyst Alexander Sklar maintained an Outperform rating. nCino shares closed at $28.12 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NCNO/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Benchmark cut the price target for Hut 8 Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUT#NASDAQ">HUT</a>) from $41 to $33. Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer maintained a Buy rating. Hut 8 shares closed at $13.32 on Tuesday. See how other analysts vi<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HUT/analyst-ratings">ew this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS cut Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNP#NYSE">UNP</a>) price target from $255 to $245. UBS analyst Thomas Wadewitz maintained a Neutral rating. Union Pacific shares settled at $237.17 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/UNP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo cut Newell Brands Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWL#NASDAQ">NWL</a>) price target from $9 to $7. Wells Fargo analyst Chris Carey maintained an Equal-Weight rating. Newell Brands shares closed at $6.18 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NWL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Keybanc slashed AAR Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIR#NYSE">AIR</a>) price target from $83 to $80. Keybanc analyst Michael Leshock maintained an Overweight rating. AAR shares closed at $55.37 on Tuesday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AIR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Raymond James raised the price target for Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) from $40 to $42. Raymond James analyst Savanthi Syth maintained an Outperform rating. Southwest shares settled at $31.59 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LUV/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Citigroup increased The Charles Schwab Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHW#NYSE">SCHW</a>) price target from $85 to $102. Citigroup analyst Christopher Allen upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy. Charles Schwab shares closed at $77.67 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SCHW/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Intraday Update

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Goldman Sachs analyst Catherine O'Brien maintains Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $83 to $60.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Buy on Delta Air Lines, Lowers Price Target to $60

Raymond James analyst Savanthi Syth maintains Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) with a Strong Buy and lowers the price target from $80 to $62.

Raymond James Maintains Strong Buy on Delta Air Lines, Lowers Price Target to $62

Delta Air Lines shares are trading lower after Jefferies downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold and cut its price target from $85 to $46.

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
<ul>
<li>Goldman Sachs cut Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPC#NYSE">GPC</a>) price target from $133 to $114. Goldman Sachs analyst Kate McShane downgraded the stock from Neutral to Sell. Genuine Parts shares closed at $119.14 on Monday.<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GPC/analyst-ratings"> See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Needham slashed the price target for Vaxcyte, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCVX#NASDAQ">PCVX</a>) from $140 to $90. Needham analyst Joseph Stringer maintained a Buy rating. Vaxcyte shares closed at $37.76 on Monday. See how other analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PCVX/analyst-ratings">view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Goldman Sachs raised Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) price target from $384 to $423. Goldman Sachs analyst Kate McShane upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy. Ulta Beauty shares closed at $366.54 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ULTA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>TD Securities increased the price target for First Watch Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FWRG#NASDAQ">FWRG</a>) from $21 to $22. TD Securities analyst Andrew Charles upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. First Watch Restaurant shares closed at $16.65 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FWRG/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co. raised the price target for BiomX Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHGE#NYSE">PHGE</a>) from $2 to $21. HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Joseph Pantginis maintained a Buy rating. BiomX shares closed at $0.5557 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PHGE/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>D. Boral Capital cut Reviva Pharmaceuticals Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RVPH#NASDAQ">RVPH</a>) price target from $15 to $8. D. Boral Capital analyst Jason Kolbert maintained a Buy rating. Reviva Pharmaceuticals shares settled at $0.9538 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RVPH/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Mizuho cut PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBF#NYSE">PBF</a>) price target from $28 to $22. Mizuho analyst Nitin Kumar maintained an Underperform rating. PBF Energy shares closed at $19.09 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PBF/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>B of A Securities raised Travere Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TVTX#NASDAQ">TVTX</a>) price target from $29 to $31. B of A Securities analyst Greg Harrison maintained a Buy rating. Travere Therapeutics shares closed at $17.92 on Monday. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TVTX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>B of A Securities slashed the price target for Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KNX#NYSE">KNX</a>) from $66 to $46. B of A Securities analyst Ken Hoexter downgraded the stock from Buy to Neutral. Knight-Swift Transportation shares settled at $43.49 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KNX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Jefferies cut Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) price target from $85 to $46. Jefferies analyst Sheila Kahyaoglu downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold. Delta Air shares closed at $43.60 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DAL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Pre-Market Outlook

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Ulta Beauty To Rally Over 15%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Tuesday

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Goldman Sachs analyst Kate McShane downgraded the rating for Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPC#NYSE">GPC</a>) from Neutral to Sell and slashed the price target from $133 to $114. Genuine Parts shares closed at $119.14 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GPC/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Sheila Kahyaoglu downgraded American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) from Buy to Hold and lowered the price target from $20 to $12. American Airlines shares closed at $10.55 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AAL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>B of A Securities analyst Joshua Shanker downgraded W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WRB#NYSE">WRB</a>) from Buy to Neutral and raised the price target from $73 to $74. WR Berkley shares closed at $71.16 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WRB/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Sheila Kahyaoglu downgraded Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) from Buy to Hold and lowered the price target from $85 to $46. Delta Air Lines shares closed at $43.60 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DAL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>B of A Securities analyst Ken Hoexter downgraded Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KNX#NYSE">KNX</a>) from Buy to Neutral and lowered the price target from $66 to $46. Knight-Swift shares closed at $43.49 on Monday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KNX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Downgrades

This American Airlines Analyst Is No Longer Bullish; Here Are Top 5 Downgrades For Tuesday

Jefferies analyst Sheila Kahyaoglu downgrades Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) from Buy to Hold and lowers the price target from $85 to $46.

Jefferies Downgrades Delta Air Lines to Hold, Lowers Price Target to $46

Delta Air Lines's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) short percent of float has fallen 20.3% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 21.08 million shares sold short, which is 3.69% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.3 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Delta Air Lines Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743453917_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Delta Air Lines has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Delta Air Lines's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Delta Air Lines's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.77%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Short Sellers

Short Ideas

What's Driving the Market Sentiment Around Delta Air Lines?

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Delta Air Lines. Our analysis of options history for Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) revealed 64 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 51% of traders were bullish, while 35% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 23 were puts, with a value of $5,285,752, and 41 were calls, valued at $5,756,579.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $28.0 and $60.0 for Delta Air Lines, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Delta Air Lines stands at 2896.23, with a total volume reaching 174,450.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Delta Air Lines, situated within the strike price corridor from $28.0 to $60.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Delta Air Lines 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743446751_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$13.1</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$13.2</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$1.0M</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
<td>808</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.22</td>
<td>$1.24</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$937.3K</td>
<td>8.8K</td>
<td>7.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$1.82</td>
<td>$1.8</td>
<td>$1.83</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$880.7K</td>
<td>37</td>
<td>13.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$5.0</td>
<td>$5.03</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$689.1K</td>
<td>218</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$0.59</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$0.67</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$670.0K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>10.0K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Delta Air Lines</h3>
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Delta Air Lines, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Delta Air Lines</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 10,613,168, the price of DAL is down -0.41% at $43.66. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 9 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Delta Air Lines</h3>
A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $76.33.
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&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Delta Air Lines, which currently sits at a price target of $77. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Citigroup keeps a Buy rating on Delta Air Lines with a target price of $72. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Overweight rating on Delta Air Lines with a target price of $80. 
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In a year when Wall Street&#8217;s darlings have stumbled, some of the most unloved names in the S&amp;P 500 are quietly delivering gains that put high-conviction buys to shame—and the data may challenge how investors think about analyst ratings.
In a newsletter sent Tuesday, DataTrek Research spotlighted what it called "a truly remarkable list": the 10 S&amp;P 500 companies with the highest share of &#8216;Sell&#8217; ratings from analysts. 
&#8220;History and year-to-date returns suggest it is a good place to look for longs,&#8221; analysts suggested.
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&#8220;Wall Street analysts don&#8217;t put &#8216;Sell&#8217; on many stocks,&#8221; Datatrek wrote.
FactSet data shows that of the 12,320 ratings issued on S&amp;P 500 stocks, 55.7% are Buys, 38.7% are Holds, and only 5.6% are Sells.
&#8220;The percentage of Buy ratings is above its 5-year (month-end) average of 55.0%. The percentage Hold ratings is below its 5-year (month-end) average of 39.1%. The percentage of Sell ratings is also below its 5-year (month-end) average of 5.9%,&#8221; FactSet said.
Here are the 10 S&amp;P 500 stocks with the highest percentage of Sell ratings:
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Company</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>Sell</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BEN#NYSE">BEN</a>)</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>60%</td>
<td>40%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRSN#NASDAQ">VRSN</a>)</td>
<td>40%</td>
<td>20%</td>
<td>40%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Expeditors Intl. of Washington, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPD#NYSE">EXPD</a>)</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>61%</td>
<td>39%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T. Rowe Price Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TROW#NASDAQ">TROW</a>)</td>
<td>6%</td>
<td>59%</td>
<td>35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paramount Global Class B (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>)</td>
<td>13%</td>
<td>52%</td>
<td>35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDS#NYSE">FDS</a>)</td>
<td>17%</td>
<td>50%</td>
<td>33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lennox International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LII#NYSE">LII</a>)</td>
<td>24%</td>
<td>43%</td>
<td>33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Garmin Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRMN#NYSE">GRMN</a>)</td>
<td>10%</td>
<td>60%</td>
<td>30%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ED#NYSE">ED</a>)</td>
<td>6%</td>
<td>65%</td>
<td>29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>)</td>
<td>20%</td>
<td>52%</td>
<td>28%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
As counterintuitive as it may seem, an equal-weighted portfolio of these &#8220;Sell-rated&#8221; stocks would have returned 3.89% year-to-date through March 25, 2025.
Here&#8217;s how the individual &#8220;Sell&#8221; stocks performed:
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Name</td>
<td>Total Return (YTD)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Consolidated Edison, Inc.</td>
<td>19.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VeriSign, Inc.</td>
<td>18.78%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paramount Global</td>
<td>11.45%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.</td>
<td>6.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Garmin Ltd.</td>
<td>6.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Southwest Airlines Co.</td>
<td>3.72%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Franklin Resources, Inc.</td>
<td>-1.33%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lennox International Inc.</td>
<td>-3.62%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FactSet Research Systems Inc.</td>
<td>-8.25%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>T. Rowe Price Group, Inc.</td>
<td>-14.42%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>3.89%</td>
</tr>
</tfoot>
</table>
</figure>
That performance handily beats the -2.36% decline of the S&amp;P 500, as tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), and it's miles ahead of the -10% drop in the Magnificent Seven cohort, tracked by the Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAGS#NYSE">MAGS</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The "Buy" Darlings Didn't Deliver</h3>
Now, contrast that with the 10 most-loved stocks in the S&amp;P 500 — the ones with the highest percentage of Buy ratings.
This basket includes mega-cap giants like Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), all ranked in the top tier for analyst sentiment.
But the returns tell a different story. An equal-weighted portfolio of these "Buy-rated" favorites would have lost 4.44% so far in 2025.
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<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Buy</th>
<th>Hold</th>
<th>Sell</th>
<th>YTD Return</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)</td>
<td>97%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>3%</td>
<td>+1.97%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>)</td>
<td>96%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>4%</td>
<td>-19.34%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VICI Properties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VICI#NYSE">VICI</a>)</td>
<td>96%</td>
<td>4%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>+9.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Microsoft Corp. </td>
<td>95%</td>
<td>5%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>-6.08%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amazon.com Inc.</td>
<td>95%</td>
<td>5%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>-6.22%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nvidia Corp.</td>
<td>93%</td>
<td>7%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>-10.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>)</td>
<td>92%</td>
<td>4%</td>
<td>4%</td>
<td>-18.75%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trimble Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRMB#NASDAQ">TRMB</a>)</td>
<td>92%</td>
<td>8%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>-0.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Synopsys Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNPS#NASDAQ">SNPS</a>)</td>
<td>91%</td>
<td>9%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>-5.79%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teledyne Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDY#NYSE">TDY</a>)</td>
<td>91%</td>
<td>9%</td>
<td>0%</td>
<td>+10.41%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>—</td>
<td>—</td>
<td>—</td>
<td>-4.44%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Bottom line, the trend offers a striking insight: being unloved by analysts doesn't necessarily doom a stock to underperformance. 
In fact, in a year marked by pullbacks in big tech and sector rotations, contrarian plays are quietly thriving.
For those willing to swim against the tide, Wall Street's least-favored stocks may hold the key to outperformance this year.
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We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 21 extraordinary options activities for Delta Air Lines. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 52% leaning bullish and 42% bearish. Among these notable options, 4 are puts, totaling $171,490, and 17 are calls, amounting to $1,386,977.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $37.0 to $65.0 for Delta Air Lines over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Delta Air Lines's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Delta Air Lines's whale activity within a strike price range from $37.0 to $65.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Delta Air Lines Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742922054_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$1.21</td>
<td>$1.16</td>
<td>$1.1</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$220.0K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.0</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$205.0K</td>
<td>670</td>
<td>501</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$3.75</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$204.1K</td>
<td>670</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$155.6K</td>
<td>670</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DAL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$3.75</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$3.7</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$116.9K</td>
<td>197</td>
<td>420</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Delta Air Lines</h3>
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world's largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries. Delta operates a hub-and-spoke network, where it gathers and distributes passengers across the globe through its biggest hubs in Atlanta, New York, Salt Lake City, Detroit, Seattle, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. Delta has historically earned most of its international revenue and profits from flying passengers over the Atlantic Ocean.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Delta Air Lines, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Delta Air Lines</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,809,192, the DAL's price is up by 1.86%, now at $49.79. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 15 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Delta Air Lines</h3>
3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $76.33.
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Date	Put/Call	Strike Price	Exp Date	DTE	Trade Vol	Day Vol	Vol / OI	OI	Trade Type	Sentiment
02:47 PMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$70.00	Jul 18, 2025	102	2328	2300	771	302	TRADE	BEARISH
01:57 PMFeb 20, 2025	CALL	$70.00	Apr 17, 2025	10	2077	2938	19	10958	SWEEP	BEARISH
09:58 AMFeb 20, 2025	PUT	$65.00	Apr 17, 2025	10	2	1501	0	8782	SWEEP	BEARISH
03:57 PMFeb 13, 2025	PUT	$60.00	Apr 17, 2025	10	2865	2363	142	2011	SWEEP	BULLISH