LUV Stock Chart & Stats
$839.00
$0.00(0.00%)
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Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$495.00 - $1,050.00
Previous CloseN/A
VolumeN/A
Average Volume (3M)29.00
Market Cap
$385.59B
Enterprise Value$28.45K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$3.79B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$6.89B
Price to Earnings (P/E)27.2
Beta0.38
Next Earnings
Oct 21, 2026EPS Estimate
11.98Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.66
Shares Outstanding489,208,200
10 Day Avg. Volume10
30 Day Avg. Volume29
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
$939.22Price Target Upside― Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)53.8
Revenue Forecast (FY)$568.94B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Unit Revenue Strength & Record RevenueSustained double-digit unit revenue growth and record quarterly operating revenue indicate durable pricing power and strong demand capture across the network. Over 2–6 months this supports margin expansion potential and gives management room to fund operations and strategic initiatives without relying solely on cost cuts.
Loyalty & Managed-revenue MomentumRapid Rewards growth and accelerating managed business revenues strengthen recurring, higher-margin revenue streams (co-brand and marketing partnerships). A ~100M member base and rising card acquisitions create sustained ancillary income and customer retention that bolsters revenue stability beyond ticket sales.
Improving Liquidity And Cash GenerationMaterial improvement in operating cash flow and a $5.3B liquidity buffer plus reduced gross leverage provide durable financial flexibility. This strengthens the company's ability to fund working capital, invest in operations, and navigate cyclical volatility over the medium term without immediate refinancing pressure.
Bears Say
Fuel Cost Volatility And EPS HeadwindHeavy exposure to jet fuel swings creates persistent earnings volatility and forced guidance resets. Fuel-driven EPS pressure reduces predictability of margins and requires higher unit revenues or hedging to protect profitability, leaving earnings sensitive to commodity cycles for months ahead.
Negative Free Cash Flow TrendRepeated negative free cash flow despite improving operating cash indicates reinvestment or working-capital drain that limits surplus cash for debt reduction or buybacks. Persistent FCF deficits constrain strategic flexibility and raise reliance on external financing if the cycle weakens.
Elevated Leverage And Reduced Equity CushionHigher leverage and a materially smaller equity base reduce the balance-sheet buffer against demand shocks. With debt still near parity with equity, a downturn or cash-stress scenario would limit capital flexibility and increase the cost of borrowing, making strategic choices more constrained over the medium term.
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 $385.59B.
When is Southwest Airlines’s upcoming earnings report date?
Southwest Airlines’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 21, 2026 which is in 86 days.
How were Southwest Airlines’s earnings last quarter?
Southwest Airlines released its earnings results on Jul 22, 2026. The company reported $16.458 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $8.93 by $7.529.
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 11.98.
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 $16.458 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $8.93. 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?
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Southwest Airlines Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$939.22 (― Downside)
$939.22 (― Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MX:LUV Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
News Sentiment
Bullish
Bullish news 76%
Bearish news 24%
Bearish news 24%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
38.08%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.38%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.91%
Trailing 12-Months
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
$939.22