Delta (DAL) plans growth cuts, sees $300M refinery boost

Delta Air Lines (DAL) announced it will 'meaningfully reduce' capacity growth plans due to rising fuel costs. Shares increased over 11% in premarket trading after a decline in oil prices. The airline forecasts adjusted per-share earnings between $1 and $1.50 for the second quarter, surpassing the $1.41 expected by analysts, with revenue projected to rise in the 'low-teens' percentage range. Delta's fuel expenses are expected to be $2 billion higher this quarter, although it anticipates a $300 million gain from its refinery operations.