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SKYW Stock Chart & Stats
$103.51
$7.41(7.70%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$103.51
$7.41(7.70%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$77.89 - $117.72
Previous CloseN/A
Volume723.10K
Average Volume (3M)310.30K
Market Cap
$3.55B
Enterprise Value$5.72B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$600.98M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.30B
Price to Earnings (P/E)8.9
Beta1.08
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2026EPS Estimate
3.07Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.91%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)10.26
Shares Outstanding38,828,323
10 Day Avg. Volume260,575
30 Day Avg. Volume310,295
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.29
Price to Book (P/B)1.47
Price to Sales (P/S)1.00
P/FCF Ratio14.10
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.61
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.36
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit1.91
Enterprise Value/Ebitda5.84
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$110.67Price Target Upside6.91% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)10.62
Revenue Forecast (FY)$4.37B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Profitability And GrowthSkyWest has recovered to meaningful profitability while expanding revenue, demonstrating stronger operating leverage than in earlier periods. Healthy operating and EBITDA margins provide resources to support fleet investment, debt reduction, and continued participation in regional air travel demand over the next several quarters.
Fleet Expansion And Partner DemandThe E175 expansion supports longer-term production growth and reinforces SkyWest’s role as a capacity provider for major network airlines. New aircraft commitments and partner allocations can expand contracted flying, improve fleet relevance, and create a durable platform for higher block-hour production.
Cash Generation And DeleveragingStrong EBITDA generation and substantial debt reduction indicate improved financial resilience and capital-allocation capacity. The progress gives SkyWest more flexibility to fund aircraft growth while continuing shareholder returns, and it reduces leverage-related pressure compared with prior years.
Bears Say
Fuel Cost ExposureSkyWest remains exposed to fuel costs on prorate flying because fare recovery does not fully offset increases. This structural mismatch can compress margins when fuel prices rise, making earnings less predictable and leaving the company reliant on favorable fuel assumptions or improved pass-through economics.
Maintenance ConstraintsPersistent MRO labor and parts constraints can limit aircraft utilization and prevent block-hour growth from translating fully into revenue. If maintenance expense stays elevated while aircraft remain unavailable, SkyWest may face weaker operating efficiency and reduced flexibility in deploying its expanding fleet.
Capital Intensity And Financing NeedsFleet expansion requires substantial ongoing capital, and near-term aircraft financing can increase debt before the associated production benefits are realized. High investment needs may constrain cash available for deleveraging and buybacks, while execution depends on successfully integrating new aircraft into contracted operations.
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SKYW FAQ
What was SkyWest’s price range in the past 12 months?
SkyWest lowest stock price was $77.89 and its highest was $117.72 in the past 12 months.
What is SkyWest’s market cap?
SkyWest’s market cap is $3.55B.
When is SkyWest’s upcoming earnings report date?
SkyWest’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2026 which is in 11 days.
How were SkyWest’s earnings last quarter?
SkyWest released its earnings results on Jul 23, 2026. The company reported $2.54 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.532 by $0.008.
Is SkyWest overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts SkyWest’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does SkyWest pay dividends?
SkyWest pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.14 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.91%. See more information on SkyWest dividends here
What is SkyWest’s EPS estimate?
SkyWest’s EPS estimate is 3.07.
How many shares outstanding does SkyWest have?
SkyWest has 38,828,323 shares outstanding.
What happened to SkyWest’s price movement after its last earnings report?
SkyWest reported an EPS of $2.54 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.532. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 7.7%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of SkyWest?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SKYW
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
SkyWest Stock Smart Score
Underperform
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$110.67 (6.91% Upside)
$110.67 (6.91% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SKYW Sentiment 83%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 458.6K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $12.9M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Neutral
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.5%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.5%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-8.82%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
15.02%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
3.32%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
SkyWest
SkyWest, Inc. functions as a regional airline operator within the United States, managing its activities through various subsidiaries. The company organizes its business into two primary divisions: SkyWest Airlines and SkyWest Leasing. In addition to its aviation services, it also engages in leasing regional jet aircraft and spare engines to third-party clients. As of December 31, 2021, SkyWest's fleet consisted of 629 airplanes, facilitating approximately 2,080 daily scheduled departures for both passengers and cargo to destinations throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The company further provides airport customer and ground handling support to other airlines. Incorporated in 1972, SkyWest, Inc. is headquartered in St. George, Utah.
SKYW Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveys a generally positive outlook driven by strong demand, revenue and profitability growth, significant fleet expansion (notably a large E175 order and 300-plane E175 target), robust cash generation, active share repurchases and meaningful debt reduction. Key risks highlighted include a substantial year-over-year increase in prorate fuel costs (price per gallon rose to $4.45), only ~60% of that increase being recovered in fares, ongoing MRO labor/parts challenges, and near-term financing needs for new aircraft deliveries. On balance the company emphasizes execution, growth opportunities and a strong balance sheet while acknowledging fuel and maintenance headwinds.View all SKYW earnings summariesSKYW Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$110.67
▲(6.91% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
1.90% Insiders
32.86% Mutual Funds
0.04% Other Institutional Investors
26.04% Public Companies and
Individual Investors