Southwest Airlines Company (LUV)

Currency in USD
49.22
+0.56(+1.14%)
Closed·
48.81-0.41(-0.82%)
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Earnings results expected in 12 days
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Fair Value
Day's Range
48.7149.97
52 wk Range
28.9855.11
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
48.66
Open
49.5
Day's Range
48.71-49.97
52 wk Range
28.98-55.11
Volume
3.73M
Average Volume (3m)
6.82M
1-Year Change
31.7805%
Book Value / Share
14
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
52.36
Upside
+6.37%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
High shareholder yield
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Neutral
Technical Indicators
Neutral
Moving Averages
Sell

Analyst Ratings

11 Buy
9 Hold
5 Sell
Ratings:
25 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 52.36
(+6.37% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Argus
Buy60.00+21.90%45.00MaintainJul 08, 2026
Susquehanna
Hold55.00+11.74%44.00MaintainJul 07, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Buy65.00+32.06%60.00MaintainJul 06, 2026
Raymond James
Buy60.00+21.90%55.00MaintainJul 06, 2026
Goldman Sachs
Sell35.00-28.89%30.00MaintainJul 02, 2026

Southwest Airlines Company SWOT Analysis


Strategic Shift
Explore Southwest's bold revenue initiatives, including checked bag fees and basic economy class, aimed at boosting financial performance and closing gaps with competitors.
Financial Outlook
Analysts project improved metrics by 2027: Return on Capital Employed rising to 8.0%, Operating Margin growing to 6.1%, and positive Free Cash Flow reaching $1 billion.
Competitive Landscape
Delve into post-pandemic airline industry trends, including capacity management challenges and the growing importance of premium travel segments.
Analyst Perspectives
Learn about varied price targets ranging from $29.50 to $36, reflecting mixed views on Southwest's ability to execute new strategies and navigate market challenges.
Read full SWOT analysis

Southwest Airlines Company Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Southwest Airlines Q1 2026 EPS of $0.45 missed forecast of $0.47; revenue of $7.2B fell short of $7.27B estimate, triggering 3.8% stock decline.
  • Operating margin improved 8.1 points YoY to 4.6%; operating cash flow surged 65% to $1.4B despite elevated fuel costs pressuring profitability.
  • Company projects Q2 2026 EPS of $0.76 and full-year EPS of $3.06, though nine analysts recently revised earnings estimates downward.
  • Southwest advancing business transformation with Starlink connectivity rollout and enhanced seating options while implementing structural cost improvements.
  • Stock trades at $38.22, well below 52-week high of $55.11; faces headwinds from fuel prices, macroeconomic uncertainty, and competitive pressures.
Last Updated: 2026-04-23, 11:32 a/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 22, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.45 / 0.47
Revenue / Forecast
7.2B / 7.27B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.53%
Dividend Yield
1.46%
Industry Median 2.56%
Annualized payout
0.72
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+31.95%
Growth Streak

LUV Income Statement

Compare LUV to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
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P/E Ratio
29.4x9.0x12.3x
PEG Ratio
0.400.340.03
Price/Book
3.5x1.4x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.8x0.6x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
8.9%11.4%26.6%
Fair Value Upside
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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, and upgraded boarding, as well as transportation of pets and unaccompanied minors. As of December 31, 2025, 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. Southwest Airlines Co. was incorporated in 1967 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
262.58M53.72%12.78B
Other Institutional Investors
179.62M36.75%8.74B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
46.57M9.53%2.27B
Total
488.77M100.00%23.78B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
PRIMECAP Management Company9.63%47,069,4952,290,402
Putnam LLC8.86%43,301,0452,107,029

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FAQ

What Is the Southwest Airlines (LUV) Stock Price Today?

The Southwest Airlines stock price today is 49.22 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Southwest Airlines Trade On?

Southwest Airlines is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Southwest Airlines?

The stock symbol for Southwest Airlines is "LUV."

Does Southwest Airlines Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Southwest Airlines dividend yield is 1.46%.

What Is the Southwest Airlines Market Cap?

As of today, Southwest Airlines market cap is 23.97B USD.

What Is Southwest Airlines's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Southwest Airlines EPS (TTM) is 1.53.

When Is the Next Southwest Airlines Earnings Date?

Southwest Airlines will release its next earnings report on Jul 22, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is LUV a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has Southwest Airlines Stock Split?

Southwest Airlines has split 14 times.

How Many Employees Does Southwest Airlines Have?

Southwest Airlines has 73401 employees.

What is the current trading status of Southwest Airlines (LUV)?

As of Jul 10, 2026, Southwest Airlines (LUV) is trading at a price of 49.22 USD, with a previous close of 48.66 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 48.71 USD to 49.97 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 28.98 USD to 55.11 USD.

What Is Southwest Airlines (LUV) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Southwest Airlines is 52.36 USD, with a high estimate of 67 USD and a low estimate of 32.7 USD. 11 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 5 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +6.37% Upside potential.

What Is the LUV Premarket Price?

LUV's last pre-market stock price is 48.78 USD. The pre-market share volume is 3,720.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.12, or 0.25%.

What Is the LUV After Hours Price?

LUV's last after hours stock price is 48.81 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.41, or -0.82%.
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