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Delta Air Lines announces $1B share repurchase program; to return over $2B to shareholders through 2028
DELTA AIR LINES, INC.
- Board authorized $1B share repurchase program, to be completed by June 30, 2028.
- Combined with dividends, Delta plans to return over $2B to shareholders over next three years.
- Plan aligns with Nov 2024 Investor Day framework: long-term gross leverage target of 1x, unencumbered assets >$40B.
- Delta cites highest credit ratings in 30 years and strong cash flow generation as basis for authorization.
- Repurchases may be executed via open market, private transactions, block trades, or accelerated share repurchase.