Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)
| Market Cap | 19.28B +31.5% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 28.88B +4.7% |
| Net Income | 817.00M +49.4% |
| EPS | 1.53 +72.4% |
| Shares Out | 488.77M |
| PE Ratio | 25.87 |
| Forward PE | 13.98 |
| Dividend | $0.72 (1.83%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 12, 2026 |
| Volume | 9,418,622 |
| Open | 38.02 |
| Previous Close | 37.75 |
| Day's Range | 37.85 - 39.55 |
| 52-Week Range | 24.63 - 55.11 |
| Beta | 1.18 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 45.29 (+14.8%) |
| 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 19 analysts, the average rating for LUV stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $45.29, which is an increase of 14.80% from the latest price.
News
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 re...
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.
Airlines Won't Lower Prices Soon, Says Brian Kelly, the 'Points Guy'
Airlines are hiking prices, cutting perks, and travelers still can't get enough. Points Guy Founder Brian Kelly joins Bloomberg Open Interest to break down why airfare isn't dropping anytime soon, how...
Airline Stocks Rally On Plunging Oil Prices—As Markets Pace Fastest Comeback In Decades
It took just 11 trading sessions for the S&P 500 to recover from trading down 9%, the fastest among all 9% turnarounds since at least 1990, Barclays analyst Venu Krishna wrote Friday. The index's path...
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES TO DISCUSS FIRST QUARTER 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS ON APRIL 23, 2026
DALLAS, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) invites you to listen to a live webcast of its first quarter 2026 financial results. Details are as follows: When: ...
Airline CEOs urged by lawmaker to lower fares if fuel prices come down
Airlines have raised airfare, fuel surcharges and baggage fees this year to help cover a surge in fuel costs since the U.S. and Israel first struck Iran on Feb. 28. U.S. Rep.
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES SABRINA CALLAHAN AS CHIEF DIGITAL AND MARKETING OFFICER AND NANDIKA SURI AS VICE PRESIDENT OF RAPID REWARDS
New Leaders support evolving Customer Experience and maintaining Southwest's legendary Hospitality DALLAS, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today announced that Sabrin...
Airline stocks are dropping as Trump's Hormuz blockade intensifies fears of a jet fuel shortage
Airline stocks dropped on Monday as fears over a shortage of jet fuel grow. With the US's upcoming blockade of Iranian ports, the picture for the global oil industry is unclear.
US FAA proposes fining American, Southwest over alleged drug, alcohol violations
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on Wednesday proposed a $255,000 civil fine against American Airlines , alleging that the carrier violated employee drug- and alcohol-testing regulations.
Southwest to fly wine for free in rare perk as airline fees rise
Southwest Airlines will fly wine for free from parts of the U.S. West Coast after launching new flights to California's wine country, in a rare freebie as carriers pile on additional charges to cove...
Delta, Southwest hike checked bag fees as airlines face surging fuel costs
Flying is about to get pricier for some travelers as Delta and Southwest hike checked baggage fees to $45 for the first bag amid surging jet fuel costs.
Airline Stocks Surge As Trump Post Triggers Oil Selloff, Delta Earnings Add Support
Crude oil prices dropped sharply after Trump's social media post signaled progress toward a broader agreement with Iran.
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES POPS THE CORK ON SANTA ROSA SERVICE, PAIRED WITH SIP AND SHIP PROGRAM FOR WINE LOVERS STARTING APRIL 24
Travelers can toast to a new destination and fly a case of wine home "on the house" DALLAS, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) began service in Santa Rosa, California's C...