Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)

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Airline stocks hinge on pricing power as carriers push through fare hikes, UBS says

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Published: March 19, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of major US airlines including United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL, XETRA:UAL1), Delta Air Lines Inc (NYSE:DAL), American Airlines Group Inc (NASDAQ:AAL, XETRA:A1G) and Alaska Air Group (NYSE:ALK) are increasingly tied to their ability to sustain aggressive fare increases as fuel costs surge, according to analysts at UBS. The brokerage said recent airline commentary points to “very strong” pricing trends, with carriers implementing multiple fare hikes in quick succession (two rounds in March alone, following increases in February) driving a sharp uplift in booked yields and near-term revenue expectations.

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Why Southwest Airlines (LUV) Stock Is Falling Friday

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Published: March 06, 2026 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Negative

Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE: LUV) is trading lower Friday afternoon as investors react to a sharp escalation in the U.S.–Israel–Iran conflict, fueling worries about jet-fuel costs and demand for discretionary air travel.

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How Low Can LUV Stock Go?

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Published: March 06, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Negative

Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) saw its stock slide 6.9% in a day, extending a dismal month-long trend that has wiped out 19% of its value. This rapid descent stems from a "double whammy" of investor anxiety: the logistical hurdles of overhauling its long-standing business model and the resurgence of soaring fuel costs.

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Has Southwest Airlines (LUV) Outpaced Other Transportation Stocks This Year?

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Published: March 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Here is how Southwest Airlines (LUV) and Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies (WAB) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Airlines cancel flights, issue travel waivers over Middle East unrest

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Published: March 02, 2026 by: Fox Business
Sentiment: Negative

Middle East unrest disrupts global air travel as airlines cancel flights worldwide, leaving passengers stranded at airports following joint U.S. and Israel military action against Iran.

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Which Stocks Are Most Affected by the War in the Middle East?

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Published: March 02, 2026 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Negative

Worries about developments in Iran rattled financial markets Monday, after the U.S. and Israel launched a joint attack over the weekend. The major U.S. equities indexes lost ground, with travel-related stocks leading losses, while defense and oil industry stocks gained.

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Here's Why Investors Should Bet on Southwest Airlines Stock Now

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Published: March 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

LUV shares soar 61% in a year as earnings estimates jump and partnerships and buybacks fuel growth, outpacing industry gains.

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Why Is Southwest (LUV) Up 5% Since Last Earnings Report?

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Published: February 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Southwest (LUV) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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3 Airline Stocks to Buy Before Travel Season

AAL, DAL, JBLU, LUV, UAL
Published: February 27, 2026 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive

The U.S. airline sector is set to fly high in 2026, with sector companies expected to generate a combined $41 billion in net profit in 2026, up from $39.5 billion in 2025, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

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Are Investors Undervaluing Southwest Airlines (LUV) Right Now?

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Published: February 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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Southwest Airlines (LUV) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?

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Published: February 25, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Southwest Airlines (LUV) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Airline Stocks Get a Lift. Winter Snowstorm Impact Shows Signs of Easing.

AAL, DAL, JBLU, LUV, UAL
Published: February 24, 2026 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Positive

While signs of a winter storm were abating Tuesday morning, it is continuing to wreak havoc for passengers and airports.

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2 Airline Stocks Grounded as Winter Storm Blasts East Coast

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Published: February 23, 2026 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Negative

Delta Air Lines Inc (NYSE:DAL) and United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL) shares are lower today, as Winter Storm Hernando blasts the East Coast with strong winds and snow.

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5 Value Stocks to Buy Now as Fed Debates Next Rate Move

CGAU, DVA, F, LUV, PAX
Published: February 19, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

DVA, F, CGAU, LUV and PAX emerge as top high earnings yield stocks amid Fed rate uncertainty.

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Southwest Airlines upgraded to 'Buy' by UBS, shares jump

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Published: February 17, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE:LUV) shares jumped 7% as UBS analysts upgraded the airline to ‘Buy' from ‘Neutral,' citing potential earnings upside from the carrier's planned seating and fee initiatives. UBS raised its 12-month price target to $73 from $51, implying roughly 43% upside at their time of writing.

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Why Southwest (LUV) Might be Well Poised for a Surge

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Published: February 16, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Southwest Airlines (LUV) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.

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Halper Sadeh LLC Encourages Southwest Airlines Co. Shareholders to Contact the Firm to Discuss Their Rights

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Published: February 12, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Shareholders should contact the firm immediately as there may be limited time to enforce your rights Shareholders should contact the firm immediately as there may be limited time to enforce your rights

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What Makes Southwest Airlines (LUV) a Strong Momentum Stock: Buy Now?

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Published: February 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Southwest Airlines (LUV) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES DECLARES 188th QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

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Published: February 05, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

DALLAS, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $.18 per share to Shareholders of record at the close of business on March 12, 2026, on all shares then issued and outstanding. The quarterly dividend will be paid on April 2, 2026.

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Looking for Leaders? 5 Stocks With Relative Price Strength

AROC, F, LUV, STX, TCBI
Published: February 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Looking for leaders amid market rotation? AROC, LUV, F, STX and TCBI show strong price momentum.

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Two airline stocks are favored by Citi for the short haul, but Delta might be a lower-risk play

AAL, DAL, JBLU, LUV, UAL
Published: February 03, 2026 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Neutral

Citi analyst John Godyn considers all of the airlines he covers to be high-risk investments, except for one.

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Artisan Global Value Fund Q4 2025 Portfolio Activity

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Published: February 03, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Artisan Global Value Fund Q4 2025 Portfolio Activity

Best Momentum Stocks to Buy for February 2nd

ASML, ENVA, LUV
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ASML, LUV and ENVA made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on February 2, 2026.

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Why Southwest Airlines (LUV) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term

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Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Is Southwest Airlines (LUV) Stock Outpacing Its Transportation Peers This Year?

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Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Here is how Southwest Airlines (LUV) and Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies (WAB) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Should Value Investors Buy Southwest Airlines (LUV) Stock?

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Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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Published: January 29, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Southwest Airlines Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Lag

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Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

LUV posts mixed Q4 results with earnings topping estimates but revenues missing the mark. LUV expects first-quarter 2026 unit revenues to grow at least 9.5% year over year.

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Here's Why Southwest Airlines (LUV) is a Strong Value Stock

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Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Southwest shares surge on strong 2026 profit guidance

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Published: January 29, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE:LUV) shares added more than 6% after the carrier issued profit guidance for 2026 that significantly exceeded Wall Street expectations. The Dallas-based airline said it expects to earn at least $4 per share in 2026, well above analysts' consensus estimate of $3.19 and more than triple its adjusted earnings in 2025.

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About Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)

IPO Date 1980-01-02
Website https://www.southwest.com
Industry Airlines, Airports & Air Services
CEO Robert E. Jordan
Employees 71506

Southwest Airlines Co. operates as a passenger airline company that provide scheduled air transportation services in the United States and near-international markets. As of December 31, 2021, the company operated a total fleet of 728 Boeing 737 aircrafts; and served 121 destinations in 42 states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as 10 near-international countries, including Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Aruba, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Turks and Caicos. It also provides inflight entertainment and connectivity services on Wi-Fi enabled aircrafts; and Rapid Rewards loyalty program that enables program members to earn points for dollars spent on Southwest base fares. In addition, the company offers a suite of digital platforms to support customers' travel needs, including websites and apps; and SWABIZ, an online booking tool. Further, it provides ancillary services, such as Southwest's EarlyBird Check-In, upgraded boarding, and transportation of pets and unaccompanied minors. The company was incorporated in 1967 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.