Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)
| Market Cap | 19.20B +31.0% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 28.88B +4.7% |
| Net Income | 817.00M +49.4% |
| EPS | 1.53 +72.4% |
| Shares Out | 488.77M |
| PE Ratio | 25.14 |
| Forward PE | 13.97 |
| Dividend | $0.72 (1.83%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 12, 2026 |
| Volume | 2,315,476 |
| Open | 38.79 |
| Previous Close | 38.35 |
| Day's Range | 38.44 - 39.38 |
| 52-Week Range | 28.98 - 55.11 |
| Beta | 1.18 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 45.37 (+15.48%) |
| Earnings Date | Apr 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]
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 18 analysts, the average rating for LUV stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $45.37, which is an increase of 15.48% from the latest price.
News
Southwest weighs hiring Spirit Airlines mechanics ahead of Boeing MAX 7 arrival
Southwest Airlines has expressed interest in hiring some aircraft mechanics from now-defunct Spirit Airlines, a union official said on Monday, as the U.S. low-cost carrier prepares to take Boeing's n...
How Spirit Airlines' demise will benefit rivals — and raise airfares even more
Airlines have wasted no time in beefing up their schedules in the wake of Spirit Airlines' collapse. Carriers are competing for Spirit's routes and gates.
Airlines work to help stranded Spirit passengers after budget carrier collapses
United, Delta, JetBlue and Southwest are capping ticket prices for Spirit customers who now need to rebook canceled flights. Rivals are also offering free seats to help Spirit employees get home.
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES PREPARED TO ASSIST SPIRIT AIRLINES' CUSTOMERS FACING TRAVEL DISRUPTION
DALLAS, May 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is prepared to assist travelers affected by disruptions related to Spirit Airlines' cessation of operations. Customers holding Sp...
Japan's ANA, JAL say Middle East war lifts fuel costs, no immediate supply issues
Japan's two biggest airlines, ANA Holdings and Japan Airlines (JAL), said on Thursday the Middle East conflict is keeping fuel costs elevated and the outlook uncertain.
Iran war, jet fuel concerns cloud airlines' summer holiday plans
European airlines are facing their biggest challenge since the COVID-19 pandemic as the Iran war pushes up jet fuel prices and buffets travel through the Middle East, casting a shadow over the summe...
Airlines will have a hard time making profits as jet fuel increases, expert says
Jeffries MD and senior equity research analyst Sheila Kahyaoglu discusses defense stocks amid the Iranian conflict on 'Making Money.'
U.S. airlines are hiking fares — and travelers keep booking
Airlines are forecasting big revenue jumps in the second quarter and for revenue to cover fuel costs as the year progresses. Jet fuel prices have doubled in some places since the first U.S.-Israel str...
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH AMERICA250 AND UNVEILS INDEPENDENCE ONE IN CELEBRATION OF GIVING PEOPLE THE FREEDOM TO FLY FOR 55 YEARS
Airline also introduces up to $250,000 'We Serve Together' grant for Employees and nonprofits they serve DALLAS, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) celebrates the 250th ...
Airfares may stay sky-high even if fuel prices fall, airline CEOs warn
Airline CEOs are already signaling they plan to keep ticket prices elevated -- even if their biggest cost starts to ease.
Southwest Airlines Analysts Boost Their Forecasts Following Q1 Earnings
Southwest Airlines Company (NYSE:LUV) reported worse-than-expected first-quarter financial results and issued second-quarter adjusted earnings per share guidance with its midpoint below estimates, aft...
Southwest Airlines CEO: 'No interest' in acquiring Spirit Airlines
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan talks to CNBC's Phil LeBeau about struggling Spirit Airlines as the discount carrier faces the possibility of liquidation.
Airlines are facing higher fuel costs and cutting fares at the same time. How does that work?
Trying to book a flight right now can feel absurd. Qantas and Virgin Australia are warning that higher fuel costs and disruption linked to the Middle East conflict are putting pressure on fares and fo...
Southwest Airlines Co. Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
First quarter saw record revenue, margin expansion, and strong demand, driven by transformation initiatives and disciplined cost management, despite higher fuel costs. Guidance for Q2 and full year remains positive but is highly sensitive to fuel prices and revenue trends.
Southwest Stock Falls After Double Miss, Weak Guidance Weighs
Southwest Airlines Company (NYSE:LUV) shares are trading lower Thursday after the company reported worse-than-expected first-quarter financial results and issued second-quarter adjusted earnings per s...
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan: We expect higher jet fuel prices for the remainder of the year
CNBC's Phil LeBeau and Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan join 'Squawk Box' to discuss the company's quarterly earnings results, impact of rising jet fuel costs, potential government bailout for Spirit...
Southwest Says Full-Year Guidance is at Risk Due to Surging Fuel Costs
Other airlines have similarly noted pressure as the conflict in the Middle East tightens supplies of crude oil.
Southwest Airlines Stock Falls On Q1 Results, Guidance: 'Higher Fuel Expense' Weighs On Outlook
Southwest Airlines Company (NYSE:LUV) missed analyst estimates for first-quarter revenue and earnings per share, sending shares lower on Wednesday after market close.
Southwest Airlines forecasts quarterly earnings below estimates on higher fuel
Southwest has overhauled its long-time business model and started charging for bags, assigning and charging more for assigned seats, to increase revenue. It ended its open seating policy in January.
Southwest Airlines forecasts second-quarter profit below estimates as fuel costs soar
Southwest Airlines forecast second-quarter profit below analysts' expectations on Wednesday, as soaring jet fuel prices driven by the war in Iran push costs up and dent margins.
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES REPORTS FIRST QUARTER RESULTS, BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION INITIATIVES DELIVER MEANINGFUL MARGIN EXPANSION
$227 million net income and $0.45 EPS, in line with guidance Operating margin of 4.6%, an improvement of 8.1 points year-over-year Generated $1.4 billion in operating cash flow in the quarter Record f...
Southwest Airlines Stock Has Defied the Turbulence. Earnings Threaten to Change That.
The airline has been one of the better performers in the sector this year but earnings will be test of its resilience.