Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)

NYSE: LUV · Real-Time Price · USD
41.81
-0.36 (-0.85%)
Dec 17, 2025, 12:08 PM EST - Market open
-0.85%
Market Cap21.62B
Revenue (ttm)27.55B
Net Income (ttm)379.00M
Shares Out 517.16M
EPS (ttm)0.67
PE Ratio62.71
Forward PE15.75
Dividend$0.72 (1.73%)
Ex-Dividend DateDec 26, 2025
Volume3,880,050
Open42.17
Previous Close42.17
Day's Range41.77 - 42.83
52-Week Range23.82 - 43.54
Beta1.17
AnalystsHold
Price Target37.63 (-10.0%)
Earnings DateJan 29, 2026

About LUV

Southwest Airlines Co. operates as a passenger airline company that provides scheduled air transportation services in the United States and near-international markets. As of December 31, 2024, the company operated a total fleet of 803 Boeing 737 aircraft; and served 117 destinations in 42 states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as ten near-international countries, including Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Aruba, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Turks and Caicos. It al... [Read more]

Industry Airlines
Founded 1967
Employees 72,450
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol LUV
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, Southwest Airlines Co.'s revenue was $27.48 billion, an increase of 5.34% compared to the previous year's $26.09 billion. Earnings were $465.00 million, a change of 0.00%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 16 analysts, the average rating for LUV stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $37.63, which is a decrease of -10.00% from the latest price.

Price Target
$37.63
(-10.00% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES AND TURKISH AIRLINES TO PARTNER IN TRANSATLANTIC TRAVEL BEGINNING IN JANUARY 2026

DALLAS , Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today a partnership with Turkish Airlines is scheduled to begin in early 2026 to offer travelers around the globe on...

1 hour ago - PRNewsWire

Top 3 Industrials Stocks That May Collapse In Q4

As of Dec. 17, 2025, three stocks in the industrials sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.

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3 hours ago - Benzinga

Why Is Southwest Airlines Stock Surging?

Southwest Airlines (LUV) stock has reached day 10 in a consecutive streak of gains, resulting in a total increase of 20% over this timeframe. The company has added approximately $2.8 billion in value ...

22 hours ago - Forbes

Barclays LUV Upgrade, Stock Flies on 11-Day Winning Streak

Southwest Airlines (LUV) shares took off after a new bull backed the stock. Barclays sees the macro environment improving for the travel giant.

1 day ago - Schwab Network

Southwest Airlines to open Austin crew base in 2026, create 2,000 jobs

Southwest Airlines said on Friday it would open a crew base at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in March 2026, creating more than 2,000 jobs as the carrier looks to expand its footprint in fast-...

4 days ago - Reuters

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES TO OPEN NEW CREW BASE FOR PILOTS AND FLIGHT ATTENDANTS AT AUSTIN BERGSTROM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (AUS)

Texas-based Southwest continues decades of investment in Austin and Texas through airport growth, job opportunities, and community partnerships DALLAS , Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airline...

4 days ago - PRNewsWire

Southwest Airlines Stock On Fire: Up 17% With 8-Day Winning Streak

Southwest Airlines (LUV) stock reached day 8 of a steady run of daily gains, with cumulative returns over this stretch totaling a 17% increase. The company has added roughly $2.4 Bil in value during t...

5 days ago - Forbes

Southwest CEO expects Boeing MAX 7 to be certified in summer 2026

Southwest Airlines expects Boeing's 737 MAX 7 to be certified by around August 2026, with the U.S. carrier starting to fly the single-aisle jet during the first quarter of 2027, CEO Bob Jordan told Re...

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5 days ago - Reuters

Southwest CEO says airline 'actively pursuing' network of airport lounges

Airlines and credit card companies have opened dozens of airport lounges in recent years, a perk of elite frequent flyer status or higher-fee credit cards.

6 days ago - CNBC

Southwest CEO: We're evolving and changing our business model around our product

Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the company's 2026 outlook, travel demand, and more.

7 days ago - CNBC Television

Trump Administration Waives Biden-Era Fine Against Southwest Airlines

The carrier won't have to pay $11 million related to its 2022 meltdown during the holiday season.

10 days ago - WSJ

Trump administration waives $11 million fine for Southwest Airlines' 2022 holiday meltdown

The Trump administration said it will credit Southwest Airlines with $11 million from its fine over its 2022 holiday meltdown that stranded about 2 million customers. The Transportation Department in ...

10 days ago - CNBC

LUV Flies to 52-Week High Despite Demand Turbulence

Southwest Airlines (LUV) briefly tapped highs it hasn't seen in nearly two and a half years even after noting a drop in demand during the government shutdown. Rick Ducat explains the "confusing" rally...

11 days ago - Schwab Network

Southwest Airlines cuts earnings outlook on government shutdown demand hit

Southwest Airlines cut its earnings forecast on a demand dip during the federal government shutdown. Southwest said it expects 2025 earnings before interest and taxes of about $500 million, down from ...

12 days ago - CNBC

2025's Takeoffs & Touchdowns for Airline Stocks, Outlook for 2026

Jarrett Bilous takes about the airline industry's "above average" growth seen in stocks like United Airlines (UAL), Delta Airlines (DAL), and Southwest Airlines (LUV). He warns of pressures still hitt...

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13 days ago - Schwab Network

Airport Traffic Hits US Record Sunday After Thanksgiving: Will Airline Stocks Take Flight Into 2026?

With millions of passengers travelling for the Thanksgiving holiday last week, a new U.S. airport screening record has been set by TSA. Here's a look at the record.

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14 days ago - Benzinga

The Big 3: AMZN, LUV, C

Investors are waiting on pins and needles to the Fed's December decision on interest rates, says Jessica Inskip (@jessicainskip). When it comes to today's Big 3, she explains how Amazon (AMZN), Southw...

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14 days ago - Schwab Network

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES TEAMS UP WITH CONDOR BRINGING ADDITIONAL TRAVEL OPTIONS ACROSS THE ATLANTIC

DALLAS , Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today its new partnership with Condor, a German airline that offers nearly 70 destinations across Europe, Africa, Asi...

15 days ago - PRNewsWire

US screened record 3.13 million airline passengers on Sunday

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration said it screened 3.13 million airline passengers on Sunday, the highest number for a single day.

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16 days ago - Reuters

Airline Stocks Are Falling. Thanksgiving Didn't Go to Plan — the Delays and Cancellations.

The airline sector needs a strong holiday travel season to hold on to its hard-fought gains in 2025.

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16 days ago - Barrons

HALPER SADEH LLC ENCOURAGES SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO. SHAREHOLDERS TO CONTACT THE FIRM TO DISCUSS THEIR RIGHTS

Shareholders should contact the firm immediately as there may be limited time to enforce your rights.   NEW YORK , Nov. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is inves...

16 days ago - PRNewsWire

Airline Stocks Face Turbulence. Why a Holiday Travel Boost Is Vital to Save 2025 Gains.

Airlines stocks have overcome severe turbulence in 2025 to fly into positive territory. But there's more trouble ahead and the sector needs a strong holiday travel period to hold on to its gains.

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20 days ago - Barrons

US Airlines Brace for Busiest Thanksgiving Travel Period

US airlines are preparing for the busiest Thanksgiving travel period on record, with more than 31 million passengers expected from Nov. 21 through Dec. 1. The day is more in focus this year after the ...

Other symbols: AALDALJBLUUAL
21 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

THE GOLDEN STATE GROWTH GOES ON: BOOK ON SOUTHWEST TODAY FOR LATE SUMMER 2026

California's largest carrier1 debuts all-time high departures in San Diego New service between Hawaii and the mainland set to launch from LA-area airports DALLAS , Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southw...

21 days ago - PRNewsWire

'Stakes are high.' With shutdown over, airlines predict record numbers of travelers this Thanksgiving

A record 31 million of travelers are set to fly over the Thanksgiving period between Nov. 21 through Dec. 1, airlines said. Airlines are hoping for a smooth holiday after thousands of flights were dis...

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24 days ago - CNBC