Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)
| Market Cap | 21.76B +41.8% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 31.55B +14.5% |
| Net Income | 1.05B +177.8% |
| EPS | 2.04 +207.1% |
| Shares Out | 489.60M |
| PE Ratio | 21.76 |
| Forward PE | 13.73 |
| Dividend | $0.72 (1.62%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 3, 2026 |
| Volume | 6,105,690 |
| Open | 45.00 |
| Previous Close | 44.44 |
| Day's Range | 44.21 - 45.47 |
| 52-Week Range | 30.85 - 55.11 |
| Beta | 1.22 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 49.89 (+12.24%) |
| Earnings Date | Oct 21, 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]
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 StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 26 analysts, the average rating for LUV stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $49.89, which is an increase of 12.24% from the latest price.
News
The Big 3: LUV, SNPS, BBY
Acknowledging some volatility in the market before the midterm election, Mike Shorr with @ProsperTradingAcademy states there might be upside potential in Southwest Airlines (LUV). He is holding off on...
Southwest resumed with a Buy at Tigress Financial
Tigress Financial resumed coverage of Southwest (LUV) with a Buy rating and $62 price target AI-enabled efficiencies, fleet modernization, and premium revenue growth should drive accelerating profitab...
As US airlines deploy AI pricing tools, startups help travelers cash in on fare drops
US airlines are turning to artificial intelligence to help maximize revenue from airfares. Now startups are putting AI to work on the other side of the transaction, helping passengers automatically ...
Southwest price target raised to $48 from $47 at TD Cowen
TD Cowen raised the firm’s price target on Southwest (LUV) to $48 from $47 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm updated Southwest estimates for 3Q26 results,…
As Iran war drags on, airlines pull back on fuel hedges and warn on fares
LONDON/HONG KONG, Oct 28 (Reuters) - With jet fuel prices at roughly double their levels before the Iran war, airlines are growing increasingly reluctant to lock in future fuel costs through new
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES PRICING OF NOTES
DALLAS, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the "Company") today announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $1,250,000,000 aggregate principal amount...
Southwest price target lowered to $43 from $45 at Susquehanna
Susquehanna lowered the firm’s price target on Southwest (LUV) to $43 from $45 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm updated the company’s model post the Q3…
Southwest price target lowered to $58 from $59 at JPMorgan
JPMorgan lowered the firm’s price target on Southwest (LUV) to $58 from $59 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares.
US airlines favor higher fares over fuller planes as fuel costs squeeze profits
US airlines are increasingly willing to fly with empty seats rather than slash fares simply to fill them, betting that disciplined pricing and flight schedules will help protect profits at a time of ...
Southwest price target raised to $54 from $52 at UBS
UBS analyst Atul Maheswari raised the firm’s price target on Southwest (LUV) to $54 from $52 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. Southwest’s Q3 RASM beat and strong…
Southwest says planning 67 new aircraft delivieries, 60 retirements for the year
10:16 EDT Southwest (LUV) says planning 67 new aircraft delivieries, 60 retirements for the year
Southwest sees unit cost growth moderating y/y from Q4 levels into Q1
10:17 EDT Southwest (LUV) sees unit cost growth moderating y/y from Q4 levels into Q1
Southwest says approx. 65% of Q4 revenue already booked, demand ‘healthy’
10:12 EDT Southwest (LUV) says approx. 65% of Q4 revenue already booked, demand ‘healthy’
Southwest sees completing Starlink rollout fleetwide ‘less than a year from now’
10:08 EDT Southwest (LUV) sees completing Starlink rollout fleetwide ‘less than a year from now’
Southwest says to hold capital markets day March 2, 2027
Says will share multiyear financial framework, plans to further strengthen Southwest’s (LUV) competitive position, and unlock additional long-term value for employees, customers, and shareholders.
Southwest Airlines Co. Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2026
Q3 delivered record revenue and RASM, with adjusted margin up 4.8 points despite an $820M fuel headwind. Strong demand and product changes underpin Q4 guidance and management’s expectation of 2027 earnings and margin growth.
Southwest Airlines Co. Earnings release: Q3 2026
Southwest Airlines Co. released its Q3 2026 earnings on October 22, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Southwest Airlines Co. Quarterly report: Q3 2026
Southwest Airlines Co. has published its Q3 2026 quarterly earnings report on October 22, 2026.
Southwest CEO Bob Jordan on higher jet fuel costs: We're planning as if those persist into 2027
CNBC's Phil LeBeau and Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the company's quarterly earnings results, impact of higher jet fuel costs, travel demand outlook, and more.
Southwest Cuts Earnings Outlook Amid Rising Fuel Costs
The Dallas-based carrier now expects adjusted earnings per share to be $2.60 to $2.85 this year as fuel costs continue to weigh on airlines' margins.
Southwest Airlines cuts 2026 profit forecast on higher fuel
Southwest Airlines became the third major U.S. airline this month to cut its 2026 profit forecast due to higher fuel prices.
Southwest sees Q1 adjusted EPS 55c-80c, consensus 86c
16:20 EDT Southwest (LUV) sees Q1 adjusted EPS 55c-80c, consensus 86c
Southwest sees FY26 adjusted EPS $2.60-$2.85, consensus $2.81
16:20 EDT Southwest (LUV) sees FY26 adjusted EPS $2.60-$2.85, consensus $2.81
Southwest Airlines cuts 2026 profit forecast as fuel costs spike
Southwest Airlines posted better-than-expected third-quarter adjusted earnings on Wednesday, driven by higher fares and additional fees, but forecast fourth-quarter profit below expectations.
Southwest reports Q3 adjusted EPS 66c, consensus 58c
Reports Q3 revenue $8.4B, consensus $8.24B. “Customers are responding to the enhanced Southwest (LUV) offering, and it shows in our results. Demand remained strong as we lapped last year’s bag…