LUV Stock Chart & Stats
$693.32
-$48.00(-5.72%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$693.32
-$48.00(-5.72%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$495.00 - $1,050.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume13.00
Average Volume (3M)622.00
Market Cap
$319.60B
Enterprise Value$28.45K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$3.79B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$6.89B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.3
Beta0.48
Next Earnings
Oct 21, 2026EPS Estimate
10.19Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.66
Shares Outstanding489,208,200
10 Day Avg. Volume79
30 Day Avg. Volume622
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio40.83
Price to Book (P/B)2.80
Price to Sales (P/S)0.80
P/FCF Ratio-26.86
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$876.08Price Target Upside26.36% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)56.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)$557.57B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Revenue And Unit-revenue GrowthRecord revenue and double-digit unit-revenue growth indicate improving pricing, demand capture and network productivity. If sustained, these trends can support stronger earnings power and provide a durable foundation for margin recovery.
Loyalty And Managed-business ExpansionGrowth in managed travel and the loyalty ecosystem broadens Southwest’s customer base beyond leisure demand. A larger membership pool and stronger co-brand engagement can support repeat purchases and recurring partner economics.
Improving Liquidity And Operating Cash GenerationStronger operating cash flow and substantial liquidity improve resilience through airline cycles and support fleet, technology and network investment. Lower gross leverage also gives management greater flexibility to address operational needs.
Bears Say
Thin And Cost-sensitive ProfitabilitySouthwest’s earnings remain exposed to relatively small changes in fares, fuel, labor and operating costs because margins are thin. This limits financial protection during demand weakness or periods of industry-wide capacity pressure.
Negative Free Cash Flow And Heavy ReinvestmentNegative free cash flow means accounting profits are not yet translating into cash after capital requirements and working-capital needs. Persistent reinvestment pressure could constrain debt reduction, shareholder returns and strategic flexibility.
Fuel Exposure And Ongoing Cost PressureFuel remains a material structural cost risk for an airline, while higher nonfuel unit costs could absorb commercial gains. The reduced earnings outlook shows that Southwest’s recovery remains vulnerable to sustained input inflation and capacity execution.
Southwest Airlines News
LUV FAQ
What was Southwest Airlines’s price range in the past 12 months?
Southwest Airlines lowest stock price was $495.00 and its highest was $1050.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Southwest Airlines’s market cap?
Southwest Airlines’s market cap is $319.60B.
When is Southwest Airlines’s upcoming earnings report date?
Southwest Airlines’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 21, 2026 which is in 40 days.
How were Southwest Airlines’s earnings last quarter?
Southwest Airlines released its earnings results on Jul 22, 2026. The company reported $15.881 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $8.616 by $7.264.
Is Southwest Airlines overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Southwest Airlines’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Southwest Airlines pay dividends?
Southwest Airlines does not currently pay dividends.
What is Southwest Airlines’s EPS estimate?
Southwest Airlines’s EPS estimate is 10.19.
How many shares outstanding does Southwest Airlines have?
Southwest Airlines has 489,208,200 shares outstanding.
What happened to Southwest Airlines’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Southwest Airlines reported an EPS of $15.881 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $8.616. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Southwest Airlines?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:LUV
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Southwest Airlines Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$876.08 (26.36% Upside)
$876.08 (26.36% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MX:LUV Sentiment 60%
Sector Average 58%
Sector Average 58%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
27.04%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.86%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.91%
Trailing 12-Months
Learn more about TipRanks Smart Score
Company Description
Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines Co. functions as a passenger airline, offering scheduled air travel services predominantly across the United States and to select neighboring international markets. As of December 31, 2021, the company maintained a consistent fleet of 728 Boeing 737 aircraft. Its extensive route network served 121 different locations, spanning 42 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, along with 10 international countries close by. These international destinations include Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Aruba, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Turks and Caicos. To enhance the passenger journey, Southwest provides in-flight entertainment and internet access on its Wi-Fi-enabled planes. The airline also runs the Rapid Rewards loyalty program, enabling members to accumulate points proportional to the money spent on Southwest's base fares. For customer convenience in travel planning, the company offers a range of digital tools, including its official websites and mobile applications, as well as SWABIZ, a dedicated online booking platform for business clients. Additional services available include EarlyBird Check-In, preferred boarding options, and transportation for pets and unaccompanied minors. The company was founded in 1967 and its corporate headquarters are situated in Dallas, Texas.
LUV Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a strong operational and commercial turnaround: record revenues, double-digit unit revenue growth (20.1% YoY), wide engagement gains across loyalty and co-brand metrics, margin expansion to 6.7% despite nearly $900 million higher fuel expense in the quarter, and robust cash generation and liquidity. Management acknowledged elevated and volatile fuel costs (fuel headwind ~ $1.33 per share YTD) and a modest accounting breakage adjustment, plus some small-scale operational delays tied to product rollout. Guidance was updated (full-year EPS range narrowed/replaced), reflecting the fuel outlook but management emphasized demand durability, optimization opportunities, and ongoing margin expansion. Overall, the positive operational and commercial achievements substantially outweigh the challenges.View all MX:LUV earnings summariesLUV Revenue Breakdown
90.99% Passenger
0.61% Freight
8.40% Other

LUV Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$876.08
▲(26.36% Upside)
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