Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)
Southwest's stock flies to multiyear high. This analyst sees the airline set for even more profit.
Southwest Airlines' stock was riding a wave of renewed optimism about U.S. airlines in the new year, including a prediction from Barclays that the once no-frills air carrier will be more profitable in 2026.
Why Is Southwest Airlines Stock Surging?
Southwest Airlines (LUV) stock has reached day 10 in a consecutive streak of gains, resulting in a total increase of 20% over this timeframe. The company has added approximately $2.8 billion in value during the past 10 days, bringing its current market capitalization to around $22 billion.
Southwest Airlines to open Austin crew base in 2026, create 2,000 jobs
Southwest Airlines said on Friday it would open a crew base at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in March 2026, creating more than 2,000 jobs as the carrier looks to expand its footprint in fast-growing central Texas.
Southwest Airlines Stock On Fire: Up 17% With 8-Day Winning Streak
Southwest Airlines (LUV) stock reached day 8 of a steady run of daily gains, with cumulative returns over this stretch totaling a 17% increase. The company has added roughly $2.4 Bil in value during these 8 days, bringing its current market capitalization to about $20 Bil.
Southwest CEO says airline 'actively pursuing' network of airport lounges
Airlines and credit card companies have opened dozens of airport lounges in recent years, a perk of elite frequent flyer status or higher-fee credit cards. In October, Southwest won approval for an airport lounge at Honolulu's Daniel K.
Trump Administration Waives Biden-Era Fine Against Southwest Airlines
The carrier won't have to pay $11 million related to its 2022 meltdown during the holiday season.
Trump administration waives $11 million fine for Southwest Airlines' 2022 holiday meltdown
The Trump administration said it will credit Southwest Airlines with $11 million from its fine over its 2022 holiday meltdown that stranded about 2 million customers. The Transportation Department in late 2023 ordered Southwest to pay a $140 million civil penalty for the holiday chaos the previous year.
Southwest Airlines cuts earnings outlook on government shutdown demand hit
Southwest Airlines cut its earnings forecast on a demand dip during the federal government shutdown. Southwest said it expects 2025 earnings before interest and taxes of about $500 million, down from a previous forecast of $600 million to $800 million, citing lower demand during the shutdown and higher fuel prices.
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Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 23, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Company Participants Lauren Yett - Advisor of Investor Relations Robert Jordan - President, CEO & Vice Chairman of the Board Andrew Watterson - Chief Operating Officer Tom Doxey - Executive VP & CFO Lauren Woods - Senior VP of Technology & Chief Information Officer Julia Landrum - Vice President of Investor Relations Whitney Eichinger - Senior VP & Chief Communications Officer Conference Call Participants Conor Cunningham - Melius Research LLC Michael Linenberg - Deutsche Bank AG, Research Division Savanthi Syth - Raymond James & Associates, Inc., Research Division Sheila Kahyaoglu - Jefferies LLC, Research Division Jamie Baker - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Catherine O'Brien - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Brandon Oglenski - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division Duane Pfennigwerth - Evercore ISI Institutional Equities, Research Division Christopher Stathoulopoulos - Susquehanna Financial Group, LLLP, Research Division Scott Group - Wolfe Research, LLC David Vernon - Sanford C. Bernstein & Co., LLC.
Southwest Airlines Q3 Earnings Beat, Revenues Lag Estimates
LUV posts mixed Q3 results with earnings topping estimates but revenues missing the mark. LUV expects fourth-quarter 2025 unit revenues to be up 1-3% year over year.
