Ticker: LUV

Southwest Airlines

Aerospace / Defense Industrials Airlines, Airports & Air Services

Price 38.69

Reco Sell Potential 36 Risk 75 Updated 2026-09-11

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Forecast impact

negative

Target +26.6% target fill 79.0%

Reaction D5 pending · D10 pending market trust

Impact Potential -4 · Risk +3 valid until 2026-10-10

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Description

Company and Business Model

Southwest Airlines operates as a major airline in the United States, providing scheduled air transportation services. Its core offerings include passenger flights, cargo services, and ancillary services such as travel packages and car rentals. The company primarily generates revenue from ticket sales, cargo transport, and additional fees for services. Southwest Airlines is known for its low-cost business model and extensive domestic route network.

Investment Profile

The investment profile of Southwest Airlines may appeal more to value investors, given its established market presence and consistent revenue growth. The stock offers a modest dividend yield, which may attract income-focused investors. However, the elevated risk factors suggest a cautious approach. The stock may be more suitable for those with a medium to long-term investment horizon, looking for stability rather than aggressive growth.

Category: Aerospace / Defense Sector: Industrials Industry: Airlines, Airports & Air Services Investment style: Growth Horizon: Long-term Company type: Blue Chip Company type: Market Leader Experience: Basic

Fundamental metrics (experimental) Updated: 2026-09-06

EPS (TTM) — earnings per share for the last 12 months, $: 1.66
Revenue QoQ — quarter-over-quarter revenue growth: 16.3%
EPS surprise: 84.3%
20d volatility: 1.6%
Dividend yield: 2.3%
last ex-date: 2026-09-03

AI recommendation changes

Date	Before	After	Reason
2026-09-09	Hold	Sell	Weak momentum and high risk overshadow positive fundamentals.
2026-09-06	Sell	Hold	Strong EPS surprise, but negative momentum concerns persist.
2026-08-25	Hold	Sell	Strong EPS but negative momentum raises concerns.
2026-08-16	Buy	Hold	Mixed performance; high risk with uncertain momentum.
2026-08-08	Hold	Buy	Strong EPS surprise, but mixed momentum signals.
2026-07-31	Sell	Hold	Strong EPS surprise, but negative momentum concerns persist.
2026-07-27	Hold	Sell	Weak fundamentals and negative momentum raise concerns.
2026-07-26	Sell	Hold	Weak momentum and fundamentals raise uncertainty.
2026-07-18	Hold	Sell	Weak fundamentals and negative momentum raise concerns.
2026-07-05	Buy	Hold	Mixed performance; cautious outlook amid sector pressures.
2026-06-17	Hold	Buy	Strong momentum and reasonable dividend yield support growth.
2026-06-09	Buy	Hold	Weak momentum and fundamentals raise uncertainty.
2026-05-22	Sell	Buy	Strong fundamentals but mixed momentum signals.
2026-05-16	Hold	Sell	Weak momentum and high risk overshadow potential upside.
2026-05-08	—	Hold	Positive momentum but mixed fundamentals warrant caution.
2026-05-08	Hold	Hold	Компания показывает положительную динамику за последние 5 и 20 дней, однако значительное падение за 60 дней и умеренный риск делают текущую позицию более осторожной.
2026-04-27	Buy	Hold	Компания показывает положительные результаты по выручке и имеет стабильный дивидендный доход, однако недавнее снижение цены акций на 7.61% за 5 дней вызывает осторожность.
2026-04-15	Hold	Buy	Компания показывает положительную динамику роста выручки и EPS, а также имеет стабильный дивидендный доход. Текущая цена акций демонстрирует сильный краткосрочный рост, что делает её привлекательной для инвестиций.
2026-03-01	Buy	Hold	Компания показывает сильный рост за последние 60 и 120 дней, однако недавние падения на коротких сроках могут указывать на волатильность. Рекомендуется удерживать акции до более ясного сигнала о восстановлении.
2026-02-10	Hold	Buy	Компания показывает сильный рост за последние 60 и 120 дней, что свидетельствует о восстановлении после пандемии. Текущая цена может быть привлекательной для инвесторов, учитывая позитивные тренды.
2026-02-02	Buy	Hold	Компания показывает сильный рост за последние 60 и 120 дней, что указывает на позитивные тренды. Однако, высокая волатильность и отсутствие данных по EPS и дивидендам требуют осторожности.
2026-01-30	Hold	Buy	Компания демонстрирует значительный рост цен за последние месяцы, что указывает на сильный интерес инвесторов. Несмотря на отсутствие данных по EPS и дивидендам, позитивные тренды в ценах акций и высокая волатильность мо
2026-01-29	Buy	Hold	Компания показывает положительную динамику за последние 60 и 120 дней, однако недавние колебания цен и отсутствие данных по EPS и доходам создают неопределенность.

Analyst forecasts

Date	Analyst	Action	Target	Price Then
2026-09-10	UBS	Target Lowered	56 → 49	38.68
2026-08-24	Raymond James	Target Lowered	60 → 54	40.375
2026-07-26	Jefferies	Target Lowered	50 → 46	45.08
2026-07-24	BMO Capital	Target Raised	58.5 → 60	44.71
2026-07-06	Morgan Stanley	Target Raised	60 → 65	50.92
2026-07-06	Raymond James	Target Raised	55 → 60	50.25
2026-07-02	Cantor Fitzgerald	Target Raised	47 → 53	50.47
2026-06-25	Barclays	Target Raised	56 → 65	50.94
2026-06-23	UBS	Target Raised	53 → 61	48.57
2026-06-16	Jefferies	Target Raised	— → 44	46.08
2026-06-01	Morgan Stanley	Target Raised	55 → 60	42.19
2026-05-26	UBS	Target Raised	49 → 53	41.93
2026-04-27	Jefferies	Target Lowered	42 → 37	38.21
2026-04-24	Evercore ISI	Target Raised	43 → 44	38.81
2026-04-24	HSBC	Rating Upgraded	— → 36.1	37.75
2026-02-17	UBS	Rating Upgraded	— → 73	51.11
2026-02-03	Susquehanna	Target Raised	45 → 55	50.445
2026-02-02	UBS	Target Raised	45 → 51	49.62
2026-02-01	Jefferies	Target Raised	45 → 48	47.52
2026-01-30	Goldman Sachs	Target Raised	29 → 32	48.5
2026-01-30	Wells Fargo	Target Raised	45 → 50	48.5

News Page 1 of 1

Southwest Airlines Announces Plans to Launch Airport Lounges in Four Cities by Late 2027

09/02/2026, 02:36 PM business announcement Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines is set to launch its first airport lounges in four cities by late 2027, marking a significant expansion of its customer service offerings and a strategic partnership with Chase to enhance its Rapid Rewards program.

Yields Impact Stock Market: Rate-Sensitive Stocks Under Scrutiny as Treasury Yields Fluctuate

08/19/2026, 09:37 AM investing review Alaska Air Group Lennar Toll Brothers PulteGroup D.R. Horton Southwest Airlines

Recent fluctuations in bond yields, particularly the rise of the 30-year Treasury yield to over 5.3%, have heightened focus on rate-sensitive stocks, which could face significant impacts depending on future yield movements.

Airlines Expect High Airfare to Persist Amid Rising Fuel Costs and Strong Demand

08/02/2026, 05:31 AM business forecast finance consumer Delta Air Lines American Airlines United Airlines Southwest Airlines

U.S. airfare has risen significantly, with June prices up 26.5% year-over-year, as airlines maintain pricing power despite rising fuel costs. This trend suggests that consumers may continue to face high travel expenses in the near future.

Southwest Airlines (LUV) Ships Jet Fuel from Texas to California Amid Supply Concerns

07/23/2026, 01:36 PM business announcement transportation energy Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines took the unprecedented step of shipping jet fuel from Texas to California to address supply concerns and rising prices, highlighting the volatility in fuel markets this year. This move underscores the challenges airlines face as they navigate fluctuating fuel costs and supply chain disruptions.

Southwest Airlines (LUV) reports 9% profit increase but third-quarter forecast falls short of analysts' expectations

07/22/2026, 01:37 PM forecast Analysts: analysts transportation Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines experienced a 9% increase in second-quarter profits, driven by higher fares that helped offset a significant rise in fuel costs. However, the airline's third-quarter earnings forecast falls short of analyst expectations, which may raise concerns among investors.

Analysts UBS identify Southwest Airlines (LUV) and Eastman Chemical (EMN) as potential beneficiaries of U.S.-Iran deal

06/16/2026, 01:36 PM investing review Analysts: analysts, UBS finance Eastman Chemical Southwest Airlines

UBS has identified Southwest Airlines and Eastman Chemical as potential beneficiaries of a U.S.-Iran deal to end the Middle East conflict, suggesting these stocks could outperform in the wake of the agreement.