DAL monthly performance report
Explore DAL's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
DAL monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Delta Air Lines (DAL) closed November 2026 at $86.25, up 7.61% for the month and +43.97% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, DAL is +24.28%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +11.24% versus its 200-day moving average ($77.53), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, DAL has outperformed the S&P 500 by +81.04%, with a relative strength index reading of 147.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
Delta Air Lines ended November 2026 at $86.25, posting a monthly return of +7.61%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +7.79%.
The current quarter stands at +3.34% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +11.24% versus the 200-day moving average ($77.53).
Year-to-date, DAL is +24.28% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +13.66%. The stock is currently −9.86% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −48.05%.
| Period | DAL | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.35% | −0.36% | +0.02% |
| 1 Week | −1.09% | +2.59% | −3.68% |
| 1 Month | +7.61% | −0.18% | +7.79% |
| 3 Months | −3.47% | −2.37% | −1.10% |
| 6 Months | +21.39% | +0.83% | +20.56% |
| YTD | +24.28% | +10.62% | +13.66% |
| 12 Months | +43.97% | +12.25% | +31.72% |
| 3 Years | +152.41% | +71.37% | +81.04% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2026 | +21.31% |
| #2 | Sep 2024 | +19.53% |
| #3 | Nov 2023 | +18.18% |
| #4 | May 2025 | +16.24% |
| #5 | Aug 2025 | +16.11% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2025 | −27.48% |
| #2 | Oct 2023 | −15.54% |
| #3 | Sep 2023 | −13.71% |
| #4 | Aug 2026 | −10.80% |
| #5 | Feb 2025 | −10.63% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +15.39% |
| Q4 2025 | +22.29% |
| Q1 2026 | −4.21% |
| Q2 2026 | +40.88% |
| Q3 2026 | −10.89% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +3.34% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +22.43% |
| 2024 | +50.39% |
| 2025 | +14.71% |
| 2026 | +24.28% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $95.68 (2026-07-02) |
| 52-Week Low | $55.27 (2025-11-18) |
| Current Price | $86.25 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $77.53 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +11.24% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −48.05% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −9.86% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 147.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +81.04% |
| RS Peak | 163.6 (Jun 2026) |
| RS Trough | 91.7 (Aug 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was DAL's return for this report period?
DAL returned +7.61% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has DAL outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD DAL: +24.28% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is DAL's 12-month return?
+43.97% over the trailing 12 months.
Is DAL above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +11.24% versus 200DMA ($77.53).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−48.05% on 2025-04-08.