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The reaction to Delta Air Lines' controversial loyalty program changes so far have proved more bluster than anything else. Its profit, and outlook, remain sound even as U.S. domestic demand slows to "steady." Edward Russell and Jay Shabat discuss. Plus, Virgin Australia is (finally) back in the black.
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Delta Profit Intact After Controversial SkyMiles Changes
The U.S. Economy’s Secret Weapon: Seniors With Money to Spend
Virgin Australia Back to Profitability but Still Faces Uphill Battle Versus Qantas
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