Delta CEO says wealthy travelers demand supports premium growth
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said, during an analyst call, that demand from wealthier U.S. households is supporting the airline’s premium growth, while main cabin trends are improving.
1117 ET - Wealthier Americans have more money to spend, and they're increasingly putting it towards travel, Delta Air Lines Chief Executive Ed Bastian says during a call with analysts. S. " He says they are increasingly prioritizing experiences, including travel. Those trends are helping Delta's premium growth remain robust, he says, while main cabin trends continue to improve.
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