https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/delta-air-lines-cuts-2026-forecast-on-fuel-surge-but-ceo-says-demand-is-still-strongContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/delta-air-lines-cuts-2026-forecast-on-fuel-surge-but-ceo-says-demand-is-still-stronghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/delta-air-lines-cuts-2026-forecast-on-fuel-surge-but-ceo-says-demand-is-still-strong#u116420Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:31:01 +0000Delta Air Lines reduced its 2026 profit forecast and missed Wall Street earnings estimates for the first time in two years. The airline lowered its adjusted earnings per share outlook to $5.10 to $5.60, driven by an expected $6 billion increase in fuel costs. Surging fuel prices and expenses outpaced gains from higher fares and travel demand. Despite lowering the annual forecast, the company's chief executive officer maintained that travel demand remains strong across the carrier's network.Why it mattersThe profit outlook reduction underscores the vulnerability of major carriers to v