JOURNAL ARTICLE

Delta started sharing profits with its 100,000 employees two decades ago. CEO Ed Bastian says shareholders love it.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gioino, Catherina 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Delta Air Lines' profit-sharing program, which has distributed over $11 billion to its employees since 2015, including $1.3 billion in the current year. Initiated in 2007 during a period of financial distress, the program allocates a portion of the airline’s adjusted profits directly to workers, fostering employee loyalty and contributing to Delta’s status as the most profitable U.S. airline. Delta CEO Ed Bastian emphasizes that this profit-sharing aligns the interests of employees, customers, and shareholders, creating a positive cycle that supports the company’s financial success and strong workplace culture. The program has also gained shareholder support over time, despite initial skepticism. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2026/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Business and Management
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:192772877
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