Delta Air Lines Stock Is Down 8% This Week: What's Going On?
Portfolio Pulse from Henry Khederian
Delta Air Lines shares have dropped 8% this week due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the impact of Hurricane Helene on its operations. The UN Security Council's emergency session on the conflict between Israel, Lebanon, and Iran has raised fears of a broader war, affecting global markets and increasing oil prices. Delta faces rising fuel costs and operational challenges from severe weather in the southeastern U.S.
October 03, 2024 | 5:39 pm
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Delta Air Lines shares are down 8% this week due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the impact of Hurricane Helene. Rising oil prices and operational disruptions are key concerns.
The geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have led to a spike in oil prices, which directly impacts Delta's fuel costs, a significant part of their operating expenses. Additionally, the operational disruptions caused by Hurricane Helene in key areas where Delta operates exacerbate the situation by increasing costs and reducing revenue from flight cancellations and delays.
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