Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)

NYSE: LUV · Real-Time Price · USD
31.77
-0.59 (-1.82%)
At close: Nov 20, 2024, 4:00 PM
31.71
-0.06 (-0.19%)
Pre-market: Nov 21, 2024, 4:24 AM EST
-1.82%
Market Cap 19.05B
Revenue (ttm) 27.38B
Net Income (ttm) -48.00M
Shares Out 599.74M
EPS (ttm) -0.08
PE Ratio n/a
Forward PE 20.65
Dividend $0.72 (2.27%)
Ex-Dividend Date Sep 4, 2024
Volume 6,448,928
Open 32.24
Previous Close 32.36
Day's Range 31.45 - 32.32
52-Week Range 23.58 - 35.18
Beta 1.15
Analysts Hold
Price Target 30.31 (-4.6%)
Earnings Date Oct 24, 2024

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, 2023, the company operated a total fleet of 817 Boeing 737 aircraft; and served 121 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
Sector Industrials
Founded 1967
Employees 74,806
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol LUV
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2023, Southwest Airlines Co.'s revenue was $26.09 billion, an increase of 9.56% compared to the previous year's $23.81 billion. Earnings were $465.00 million, a decrease of -13.73%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 15 analysts, the average rating for LUV stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price forecast is $30.31, which is a decrease of -4.60% from the latest price.

Price Target
$30.31
(-4.60% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

J.D. POWER NAMES TWO SOUTHWEST RAPID REWARDS CREDIT CARDS ISSUED BY CHASE AS THE TOP CO-BRANDED AIRLINE CREDIT CARDS FOR CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card ranks No. 1, and the Priority Credit Card  ranks No.

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1 day ago - PRNewsWire

Dram Shop Experts Expands Services to Meet Growing Demand in the South and Southwest United States

Greenwood, Mississippi--(Newsfile Corp. - November 18, 2024) - Dram Shop Experts, a trusted authority providing expert witness testimony and comprehensive assessments for alcohol service, liquor liabi...

2 days ago - Newsfile Corp

Generational Group Advises Car-O-Liner Southwest in its sale to Hanging Rock

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Generational Capital Markets (GCM), Member FINRA/SIPC and a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its clie...

4 days ago - Business Wire

Southwest Airlines plane struck by bullet before departure in Dallas

A Southwest Airlines plane preparing for departure at Dallas Love Field airport was struck by a bullet late on late Friday, prompting the aircraft to return to the gate, the airline said in a statemen...

5 days ago - Reuters

Southwest Family Medicine Associates (“SW Family Medicine”) Data Breach under Investigation by Levi

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / November 14, 2024 / Southwest Family Medicine Associates ("SW Family Medicine") recently disclosedthat it suffered a data breach that compromised the sensitive personal and...

6 days ago - Accesswire

Southwest Family Medicine Associates ("SW Family Medicine") Data Breach Under Investigation by Levi

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / November 11, 2024 / Southwest Family Medicine Associates ("SW Family Medicine") recently disclosed that it suffered a data breach that compromised the sensitive personal an...

9 days ago - Accesswire

Airline stocks are rising post-election due to lower tax rates and deregulation: Bernstein's Vernon

David Vernon, Bernstein analyst, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss why airlines are beneficiaries of Trump's election, which airlines Vernon favors, and much more.

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9 days ago - CNBC Television

Southwest names aviation veteran Gangwal as board chairperson

Southwest Airlines on Monday named aviation industry veteran Rakesh Gangwal as the independent chair to its board, days after the budget carrier settled its feud with activist investor Elliott.

16 days ago - Reuters

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES NAMES RAKESH GANGWAL CHAIR OF THE BOARD AND ANNOUNCES NEW COMMITTEE CHAIRS

DALLAS , Nov. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Southwest Airlines Co.  (NYSE: LUV) ("Southwest" or the "Company") today announced the appointment of Rakesh Gangwal as independent Chair of the Board of Directo...

16 days ago - PRNewsWire

Southwest, other airlines gear up for premium, but will it be enough to lift stocks?

In a strategic manoeuvre to revitalize their stock performance, budget airlines are changing the way they assign seating. This pivot comes as low-fare carriers face increasing pressure from legacy air...

17 days ago - Invezz

Southwest, Other Airlines Plan a Shake-Up. Why They Need More to Boost Their Stocks.

Budget carriers are targeting higher-end fliers—but that doesn't mean foie gras and flatbeds.

17 days ago - Barrons

DOT requires airlines to give refunds for flight delays

The US Department of Transportation has implemented a new consumer-friendly refund rule for air travelers. Under this regulation, passengers are now automatically entitled to refunds and other travel ...

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19 days ago - Yahoo Finance

Major airlines criticize Biden air competition review, seek more time

Groups representing major airlines on Friday criticized the Biden administration's broad public inquiry into the state of competition in air travel, saying the review could dramatically impact the fut...

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19 days ago - Reuters

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CELEBRATES 17 YEARS OF PROVIDING LIFE-CHANGING MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION

Airline provides a critical lifeline to patients seeking medical care by donating 13,000 tickets for round trip air travel DALLAS , Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is c...

19 days ago - PRNewsWire

CPABC: Southwest B.C.'s labour market softens as population growth accelerates

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to this year's BC Check-Up: Work, an annual report by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) on emp...

20 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

SUMMER WITH SOUTHWEST! BOOK YOUR 2025 VACATIONS TODAY

Southwest again expands its redeye offerings  High-demand seasonal routes for summer travel abound DALLAS , Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Southwest Airlines Co.  (NYSE: LUV) today extended its schedu...

21 days ago - PRNewsWire

AOM Infusion Expands Its Presence in the Southwest, Pacific Northwest, and Midwest

ARLINGTON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AOM Infusion, a leading provider of specialty infusion therapy announced today that it is expanding its presence in Arizona, Michigan, and Washington.

21 days ago - Business Wire

Southwest Airlines must face pilots union lawsuit over intimidation, discipline threats

Southwest Airlines was ordered by a federal appeals court on Monday to face a lawsuit by its pilots union, which accused the carrier of violating federal law by intimidating and disciplining pilots fo...

23 days ago - Reuters

QUITE A STIR: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW INFLIGHT CUP AND STIR STICK DESIGNED TO REDUCE ANNUAL SINGLE-USE PLASTICS BY MORE THAN 1.5 MILLION POUNDS

DALLAS , Oct. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Southwest Airlines Co.  (NYSE: LUV) introduced a new bamboo cup for inflight cold beverages and a wood stir stick with the carrier's iconic Heart branding. Both...

23 days ago - PRNewsWire

Tammy McCarty Joins Alliant Insurance Services, Expands Southwest Team

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AlliantInsurance--Tammy McCarty has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Senior Vice President within its Employee Benefits Group. Based in the Southwest, McCarty br...

23 days ago - Business Wire

Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) Q3 2024 Results Conference Call October 24, 2024 12:30 PM ET Company Participants Julia Landrum - VP, IR Bob Jordan - President & CEO Andrew Watterson - COO Tammy Ro...

27 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Southwest CEO 'isn't out of the woods yet' with new board, says 13D Monitor's Ken Squire

Ken Squire, founder and president at 13D Monitor, joins CNBC's 'The Exchange' to discuss outlooks on Southwest, expectations for the new board, and more.

27 days ago - CNBC Television

Golden Cross Takes Flight: Southwest Airlines Soars After Earnings Beat

Southwest Airlines Co. LUV is soaring to new heights following an impressive earnings beat and a fresh alliance with activist investor Elliott Investment Management.

27 days ago - Benzinga

Southwest Q3 Earnings: Forward Guidance Disappoints On Cost Concerns

Southwest Airlines reported a non-GAAP EPS of $0.15, beating expectations, but shares fell due to cost pressures and board changes. Elliott Management's board shakeup adds uncertainty. The company aim...

27 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Strong Q3 results and Elliott deal: is Southwest Airlines poised to soar?

Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) surprised investors today by reporting third-quarter results that surpassed Wall Street's expectations. The company delivered a profit of $0.15 per share, significantly ...

27 days ago - Invezz