Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)

NYSE: LUV · Real-Time Price · USD
42.55
-0.21 (-0.49%)
Jun 2, 2026, 11:22 AM EDT - Market open
Market Cap20.80B +14.6%
Revenue (ttm)28.88B +4.7%
Net Income817.00M +49.4%
EPS1.53 +72.4%
Shares Out 488.77M
PE Ratio28.04
Forward PE15.18
Dividend$0.72 (1.69%)
Ex-Dividend DateJun 11, 2026
Volume820,509
Open42.60
Previous Close42.76
Day's Range42.31 - 42.96
52-Week Range28.98 - 55.11
Beta1.16
AnalystsHold
Price Target45.64 (+7.26%)
Earnings DateJul 22, 2026

About LUV

Southwest Airlines Co. operates as a passenger airline company that provides scheduled air transportation services in the United States and internationally. It also provides Rapid Rewards loyalty program; SWABIZ, an online booking tool; and inflight entertainment platform that includes movies-on-demand live and on-demand television, flight tracker, and additional curated content, as well as a variety of premium snacks and coffee. In addition, the company offers ancillary services, such as in-flight purchases, baggage fees, EarlyBird Check-In, a... [Read more]

Industry Airlines
Founded 1967
Employees 72,790
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol LUV
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Southwest Airlines Co.'s revenue was $28.06 billion, an increase of 2.11% compared to the previous year's $27.48 billion. Earnings were $441.00 million, a decrease of -5.16%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 25 analysts, the average rating for LUV stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $45.64, which is an increase of 7.26% from the latest price.

Price Target
$45.64
(7.26% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

Southwest price target raised to $60 from $55 at Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley raised the firm’s price target on Southwest (LUV) to $60 from $55 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.

1 day ago - TheFly

Airlines urge Trump administration not to curb international flights in feud over 'sanctuary cities'

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told Fox News this week that if “radical left Democrats” aren't allowing the government to “enforce federal laws

Other symbols: AALDALJBLUUAL
3 days ago - CNBC

Southwest walks back a plus-size passenger policy that landed it in the hot seat

Southwest Airlines revised its "customer of size" policy to offer free extra seats. The change comes after backlash over the way its previous policy was enforced.

3 days ago - Business Insider

Yes, Airfares Are Rising—But Airline Executives Say That Isn't Stopping You From Flying

Oil prices are high. Airfares are high.

Other symbols: AALDALJETS
3 days ago - Investopedia

Airlines and business groups warn of chaos if US restricts international flights

A shutdown could also imperil billions of dollars in imported cargo like pharmaceuticals and semiconductor chips.

Other symbols: AALDALJBLUUAL
4 days ago - Reuters

Southwest names Justin Jones chief commercial officer

Southwest (LUV) Airlines announced leadership changes. Chief Operating Officer Andrew Watterson will focus fully on the company’s operation, with continued emphasis on reliability, consistency, and sc...

4 days ago - TheFly

Southwest sees no demand hit from fare hikes, eyes broader premium push

Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said ‌on Wednesday the carrier has seen no drop-off in demand after joining seven industry fare increases since February, making him increasingly confident the airlin...

Other symbols: JETS
4 days ago - Reuters

Southwest CEO says may offer true first class in five years

13:45 EDT Southwest (LUV) CEO says may offer true first class in five years

4 days ago - TheFly

Southwest Airlines Co. Transcript: Bernstein 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference

Major product and network changes have driven strong financial and customer results, with further growth expected from expanded offerings, technology upgrades, and disciplined cost management. The company is positioned for durable margin expansion and long-term shareholder value.

4 days ago - Transcripts

Airline stocks rally after Axios report of U.S., Iran deal

Companies in the airline space include Alaska Air (ALK), American Airlines (AAL), Delta Air Lines (DAL), Frontier Group (ULCC), JetBlue (JBLU), Southwest (LUV), Sun Country Airlines (SNCY) and United ...

Other symbols: AALALKDALJBLUUALULCC
4 days ago - TheFly

Why Some Experts Say Airline Profits—and Stocks—Are About To Take Off

After a tough start to the year, some analysts see airline stocks catching a tailwind soon.

Other symbols: AALALKDALJETSUAL
6 days ago - Investopedia

Southwest price target raised to $53 from $49 at UBS

UBS analyst Atul Maheswari raised the firm’s price target on Southwest (LUV) to $53 from $49 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm sees potential for around…

7 days ago - TheFly

Airlines are absorbing up to 50% of surging jet fuel costs. Alaska is still betting on premium international flights

Alaska Airlines launched its new Seattle-to-London route on Thursday, at a testing time for aviation. An executive told Business Insider most airlines are only covering up to 50% of increased fuel cos...

Other symbols: AALALKDALJETSUAL
10 days ago - Business Insider

Southwest Airlines to Present at the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference

DALLAS, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) President, Chief Executive Officer, & Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors Bob Jordan will participate in a fireside chat at ...

12 days ago - PRNewsWire

Warren Buffett Once Said Airlines Were 'A Bottomless Pit' But Berkshire Hathaway Just Invested $2.65B in Delta—What's Changed?

Warren Buffett famously thought investing in airlines was a bad idea after getting burned. Berkshire Hathaway investors undoubtedly hope Greg Abel has better luck.

Other symbols: AALDALUAL
14 days ago - Investopedia

Rival Airlines Are Carving Up Spirit's Routes and Airport Slots

Budget carriers like Breeze, Allegiant and Frontier are swooping in on Spirit's former routes as well as circling its valuable takeoff and landing slots at bigger airports.

Other symbols: ALGTJBLUULCC
16 days ago - WSJ

20 stocks in the S&P 500 of companies with soaring sales and improving profit margins

This earnings season's big winners include makers of AI-oriented hardware, but the list also includes some surprises.

Other symbols: ALBAMDAPHBGCFEQTEXE
20 days ago - Market Watch

Spirit's Big Fail: Oversized Planes Are Breaking Low-Cost Airlines

After Spirit Airlines vanished from the skies, its not-quite-sudden collapse raised questions about why the successful low-cost model, born in the U.S. airline industry, is failing.

Other symbols: AALALKATROBACPADALIYT
20 days ago - Forbes

This is how much airlines pay to fuel passenger jets as oil tops $100 a barrel — and what it means for ticket prices

The price to fill commercial jetliners has nearly doubled as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. It costs about $340,000 to fully fuel an Airbus A380, an increase of about 61% from pre-war levels.

Other symbols: JETSAALDALJBLUUAL
20 days ago - Business Insider

A cross-country Southwest flight's windshield cracked at 37,000 feet and forced a diversion

A Southwest flight from Albuquerque to Baltimore diverted to Tulsa, Oklahoma. The airline and the FAA said the diversion was due to a cracked windshield.

21 days ago - Business Insider

Southwest Airlines Co. Transcript: AGM 2026

The meeting confirmed quorum and presented three proposals, all of which passed by majority vote. No questions were raised by shareholders, and final results will be reported on Form 8-K.

25 days ago - Transcripts

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES DECLARES 189th QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

DALLAS, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $.18 per share to Shareholders of record at the close of business on Jun...

25 days ago - PRNewsWire

'HEY CONGRESS, YOU SCREWED US': Airlines for America CEO BLASTS political games

Airlines for America President and CEO Chris Sununu discusses the European jet fuel shortage, TSA staffing issues, recent air traffic close calls and more on 'Varney & Co.'

Other symbols: AALALKDALJBLUJETSUAL
26 days ago - Fox Business

Airlines spent 56.4% more on jet fuel in month after Iran war started, U.S. government says

U.S. airlines spent more than $5 billion on jet fuel in March than they did in February, U.S. government data released Wednesday show. The spike came after the U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran began, effec...

Other symbols: AALDALJBLUJETSUAL
26 days ago - CNBC

US airlines spent $1.8 billion more on fuel in March as prices jumped

Major U.S. airlines spent ​just over $5 billion ‌on jet fuel in March, up ​56% and $1.8 billion ​over February costs, the ⁠U.S. Transportation ​Department said.

Other symbols: AALALKDALJETSUAL
26 days ago - Reuters