Delta Air Lines Inc. surpassed Wall Street's profit expectations for the fourth quarter, driven by robust international and corporate travel demand. CEO Ed Bastian cited a favorable supply-demand balance and strong demand visibility into spring 2025. Corporate travel sales grew 10%, led by technology and financial sectors, while international travel revenue increased 6%. Premium products outperformed coach cabin revenue growth by six percentage points. Payments from American Express for loyalty points rose 14% to $2 billion. Shares rose 3.7% following the report, adding to a 50% gain in 2024.