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Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)

$

51.11

+0.28 (0.55%)


Key metrics

Financial statements

Free cash flow per share

Free cash flow per share

-1.6085

Market cap

Market cap

26.4 Billion

Price to sales ratio

Price to sales ratio

0.9419

Debt to equity

Debt to equity

0.7494

Current ratio

Current ratio

0.5169

Income quality

Income quality

4.1791

Average inventory

Average inventory

783.5 Million

ROE

ROE

0.0533



Technology

Technology

Technology – consumer electronics

Largecap

Largecap

With a market cap of 121,78 bil stock is ranked 1

Low risk

Low risk

ISS score of this stock is ranked 1


Company description

Profile

Southwest Airlines Co. operates as a passenger airline providing scheduled air transportation services throughout the United States and in select near-international markets. The company reported depreciation and amortization expenses of $1,560,000,000.00 reflecting the wear and tear of its assets and underscoring the importance of asset management in its operations. As of December 31, 2021, Southwest Airlines maintained a robust fleet of 728 Boeing 737 aircraft and served 121 destinations across 42 states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, along with 10 near-international countries, including Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Aruba, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Turks and Caicos. The EBITDA ratio is 0.08 highlighting the company's operational efficiency and ability to generate earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Additionally, the weighted average number of shares outstanding is 540,000,000.00 showcasing the company's shareholder base and engagement in the capital markets. The company reported an income before tax of $563,000,000.00 showcasing its pre-tax profitability. The gross profit ratio is 0.17 reflecting the efficiency of the company's production and sales operations. Furthermore, Southwest Airlines provides inflight entertainment and connectivity services on Wi-Fi enabled aircraft and offers a Rapid Rewards loyalty program, which allows members to earn points on expenditures related to base fares. This is complemented by a suite of digital platforms, including user-friendly websites and apps, along with SWABIZ, an online booking tool, and ancillary services like EarlyBird Check-In, upgraded boarding, and the transportation of pets and unaccompanied minors. The stock is affordable at $32.52 making it an appealing option for budget-conscious investors. Additionally, the stock boasts a high average trading volume of 10,041,518.00 indicating strong liquidity and interest among investors. With a mid-range market capitalization of $26,431,795,168.00 the company is a steady performer in the market. As a key player in the Airlines, Airports & Air Services industry, Southwest Airlines contributes significantly to the overall landscape and dynamics of air travel. It belongs to the Industrials sector, which is known for driving innovation and growth, reflecting the company's commitment to maintaining a competitive edge and responding effectively to customer needs in today's rapidly evolving market.

What is Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)'s current stock price?

The current stock price of Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) is $51.11 as of 2026-02-13. Prices may fluctuate during the trading day. For real-time updates, check your brokerage platform or financial news websites.

Investing in Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) depends on multiple factors, including revenue growth, profit margins, debt-to-equity ratio, earnings per share, and return on equity. Analysts have rated it as C, with a Bullish outlook. Always conduct your own research before investing.

Analysts predict Southwest Airlines Co. stock to fluctuate between $23.82 (low) and $54.70 (high) in the next 365 days, reflecting market expectations and potential volatility.

As of 2026-02-13, Southwest Airlines Co.'s market cap is $26,431,795,168, based on 517,155,061 outstanding shares.

Compared to Caterpillar Inc., Southwest Airlines Co. has a Lower Market-Cap, indicating a difference in performance.

Southwest Airlines Co. pays dividends. The current dividend yield is 1.41%, with a payout of $0.18 per share.

To buy Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) stock: Open a brokerage account (e.g., Robinhood, TD Ameritrade, E-Trade). Search for LUV. Place an order (Market, Limit, etc.).

The best time to invest depends on market trends and technical indicators, which show a Bullish trend based on economic conditions and company performance.

Southwest Airlines Co.'s last stock split was 3:2 on 2001-02-16.

Revenue: $28,063,000,000 | EPS: $0.82 | Growth: 1.23%.

Visit https://www.southwest.com/investor-relations for detailed financial reports.

You can explore historical data from here

All-time high: $56.33 (2021-10-04) | All-time low: $21.91 (2023-11-01).

Key trends include market demand, economic conditions, interest rates, and industry competition, which influence the stock's performance.


News

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zacks.com

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

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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247wallst.com

Southwest Airlines Shares Jump 23% in 2026 After Launching Assigned Seating and Bag Fees

Southwest Airlines ( NYSE:LUV ) has delivered a stellar start to 2026, with shares surging 22.99% year-to-date as of February 12.

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globenewswire.com

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

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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prnewswire.com

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES BRINGS STARLINK ULTRA-FAST WIFI ONBOARD

The fastest WiFi in the sky takes off on Southwest this summer1 DALLAS, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --  Southwest Airlines Co.  (NYSE: LUV) is taking inflight connectivity to new heights with Starlink. Engineered by SpaceX, Starlink will deliver next-generation WiFi across Southwest's network of 11 countries, allowing Customers to stream, share, and scroll in the sky at lightning-fast speeds.

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zacks.com

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

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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prnewswire.com

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES DECLARES 188th QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

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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zacks.com

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

Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores.

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zacks.com

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

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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zacks.com

Should Value Investors Buy Southwest Airlines (LUV) Stock?

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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seekingalpha.com

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

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

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