Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)

US — Industrials Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol LUV
  • Rev/Share 47.2295
  • Book/Share 16.036
  • PB 2.0329
  • Debt/Equity 0.8537
  • CurrentRatio 0.7722
  • ROIC 0.0192

 

  • MktCap 18577631600.0
  • FreeCF/Share -0.964
  • PFCF -32.9976
  • PE 34.8689
  • Debt/Assets 0.2407
  • DivYield 0.0221
  • ROE 0.0538

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 3
  • P/B Score 3
  • D/E Score 2

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade LUV Deutsche Bank Hold Buy -- $40 May 29, 2025
Upgrade LUV Jefferies Underperform Hold -- $33 May 27, 2025
Downgrade LUV Jefferies Hold Underperform -- $28 April 1, 2025
Upgrade LUV Melius Sell Hold -- -- March 20, 2025
Upgrade LUV UBS Sell Neutral $29 $36 March 20, 2025
Downgrade LUV JP Morgan Neutral Underweight -- $25 March 3, 2025
Upgrade LUV Argus Hold Buy -- $35 Feb. 11, 2025
Downgrade LUV BofA Securities Neutral Underperform -- $31 Jan. 17, 2025
Downgrade LUV Citigroup Neutral Sell $31.5 $29.5 Jan. 16, 2025
Resumed LUV Morgan Stanley -- Overweight -- $42 Dec. 11, 2024

News

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES REDUCTION IN CORPORATE OVERHEAD WORKFORCE
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Published: February 17, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Airline implements workforce reduction in corporate and leadership roles DALLAS , Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the "Company") today announced a reduction in its workforce to create a leaner and more agile organization as part of the airline's transformational plan. The workforce reduction of approximately 1,750 Employee roles is focused almost entirely on corporate overhead and leadership positions and represents approximately 15% of corporate positions, including senior leadership and directors.

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Southwest Airlines to cut 15% of corporate jobs in cost-saving push
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Published: February 17, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Negative

Southwest is cutting about 1,750 corporate jobs in race to cut costs.

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The Schall Law Firm Invites Shareholders With Losses In Southwest Airlines Co. To Join A Securities Fraud Investigation
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Published: February 17, 2025 by: Accesswire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 17, 2025 / The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Southwest Airlines Co. ("Southwest Airlines" or "the Company") (NYSE:LUV) for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

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Southwest Airlines Co. Is Being Investigated For Securities Law Violations And Investors With Losses Are Urged To Contact The Schall Law Firm
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Published: February 14, 2025 by: Accesswire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 14, 2025 / The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Southwest Airlines Co. ("Southwest Airlines" or "the Company") (NYSE:LUV) for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

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The Schall Law Firm Invites Shareholders With Losses In Southwest Airlines Co. To Join A Securities Fraud Investigation
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Published: February 13, 2025 by: Accesswire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 13, 2025 / The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Southwest Airlines Co. ("Southwest Airlines" or "the Company") (NYSE:LUV) for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES TOM DOXEY AS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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Published: February 10, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

DALLAS , Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today announced that Tom Doxey has been named Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer effective March 10, bringing extensive experience in aviation finance, operations, and strategic transformation. "Tom's expertise in financial planning, fleet management, and operational leadership makes him a tremendous asset to our Executive Team as we drive progress on our transformational plan," said Bob Jordan , President, Chief Executive Officer, & Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors at Southwest Airlines.

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Southwest Airlines Co. Is Being Investigated For Securities Law Violations And Investors With Losses Are Urged To Contact The Schall Law Firm
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Published: February 10, 2025 by: Accesswire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 10, 2025 / The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Southwest Airlines Co. ("Southwest Airlines" or "the Company") (NYSE:LUV) for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

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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 Mr. 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.