Description: Southwest Airlines announced it will launch daily nonstop service between Ontario International Airport and Honolulu, beginning June 2026, while introducing customer experience upgrades such as assigned seating, premium options, and free Wi-Fi for loyalty members. This route expansion will double available seats between Southern California and Hawaii, positioning Southwest as a major competitor on a key leisure travel corridor served by Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets. We'll explore how Southwest's...

Description: Southwest Airlines' stock narrative has seen a subtle, positive shift as the consensus analyst price target inched up from $34.07 to $34.23. This adjustment reflects growing optimism among analysts following incremental improvements in the company's revenue outlook and broader industry trends. Stay tuned to discover how you can continue tracking these evolving perspectives and keep up with future updates on Southwest's story. Stay updated as the Fair Value for Southwest Airlines shifts by...

Description: With ALGT shares moving south, we assess the current positioning of the stock to determine if it's a good investment at this juncture.

Description: Airlines stocks have overcome severe turbulence in 2025 to fly into positive territory. But there’s more trouble ahead and the sector needs a strong holiday travel period to hold on to its gains.

Description: A record 31 million Americans are expected to take to the skies and travel this week for Thanksgiving, according to Airlines for America's data, as major airline operators recover from the US government shutdown. Bloomberg Intelligence senior aerospace defense and airlines industry analyst George Ferguson discusses travel trends for this holiday season, commenting on his survey that illustrated lower enthusiasm for vacations in 2026. Also catch George Ferguson weigh in on whether the US government shutdown could impact airlines' earnings for this quarter. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: AAA projects that a record 81.8 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Thanksgiving holiday.

Description: Southwest Airlines (LUV) shares made modest gains recently, rising about 3% over the past week and 10% in the past year. Investors are watching to see if the positive trend continues following a period of underperformance. See our latest analysis for Southwest Airlines. After lagging the broader market, Southwest Airlines’ recent 1-day share price gain of over 3% is drawing attention and suggests that renewed momentum may be building. Even so, the 1-year total shareholder return sits just...

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today extended its schedule for booking through September 2026 – giving Customers more options in San Diego than ever before and new offerings at three airports in Greater Los Angeles. Customers can book today at Southwest.com®.

Description: With Haiti undergoing a prolonged period of gang and political violence that followed the forced resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry in April 2024, no U.S. airline has been permitted to fly into the country since the FAA first issued its ban on commercial flights in November 2024. Eventually ...

Description: A record 31 million Americans are expected to take to the skies and travel this week for Thanksgiving, according to Airlines for America's data, as major airline operators recover from the US government shutdown. Bloomberg Intelligence senior aerospace defense and airlines industry analyst George Ferguson joins Market Catalysts to comment on whether this current quarter's flight disruptions due to the shutdown may materialize in airline earnings. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: Find insight on Spirit Aviation, BYD, Chery, Qube and more in the latest Market Talks covering the auto and transport sector.

Description: US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) are rising in Monday's pre-market trading, attempting to stage a comeback rally from last week's losses as Wall Street awaits the release of retail sales data and September's Producer Price Index (PPI). In the crypto space, bitcoin's (BTC-USD) turbulence continues as it hovers above $86,000 per token this morning. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says a major healthcare announcement will be coming this week with President Trump expected to sign an executive order that could possibly extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) — known as Obamacare — subsidies. Kicking off the holiday season, major airlines are anticipating a record number of travelers this Thanksgiving following the end of the US government shutdown. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: A true story about a brand’s seemingly broken promise is sparking satirical posts—and serious vitriol toward companies like Honda.

Description: A former Federal Reserve governor who retired in August listed several stock trades in her financial disclosure documents for 2024 that violated the central bank's ethics rules. The transactions are outlined in a report released Saturday by the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, which reviewed Adriana Kugler's financial disclosures after the Fed referred them to its inspector general earlier this year. Kugler, who unexpectedly stepped down from the Fed board Aug. 8, disclosed more than a dozen individual stock trades, including several made during financial trading “blackout periods” around the time the Federal Reserve's policymaking committee meets to set interest rates and other monetary policy.

Description: While President Trump signed a federal funding bill that reopened the US government earlier this week, does this give enough time for the airline industry to bounce back and get its ducks in a row before Americans take to the skies for Thanksgiving? The Points Guy Director of Content Eric Rosen sits down with Myles Udland on Market Domination Overtime to talk about recent flight cancellations and the advantages of TSA PreCheck ahead of the busy holiday travel season. At Yahoo Finance Invest, Delta Air Lines (DAL) CEO Ed Bastian called the government shutdown "inexcusable" and "incredibly disruptive." Also hear Bloomberg Intelligence senior analyst George Ferguson's thoughts on holiday travel disruptions. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: Consumer stocks were lower late Wednesday afternoon, with the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fu

Description: Curious whether Southwest Airlines is trading at a bargain or if the market's missing something? You're not alone, as plenty of investors are trying to figure out if now is the time to climb aboard or wait for a better entry point. The stock has seen a notable 7.3% jump over the last week and a 4.4% gain for the past month, after a bit of a rocky ride this year with returns still down -2.1% year-to-date. There is extra buzz around Southwest lately because of ongoing developments in the...

Description: Bloomberg Intelligence senior aerospace defense and airlines industry analyst George Ferguson discusses what travelers should expect from airline disruptions ahead of their Thanksgiving and holiday travel plans. Also catch George Ferguson weigh in on how long it could take for US flight schedules to return to normal upon a possible resolution to the government shutdown. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: The Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 were up in late-morning trading Monday, while the Dow Jones Industr

Description: The US Senate voted 60-to-40 on a procedural measure to advance a bill that could end the government shutdown to the House. Bloomberg Intelligence senior aerospace defense and airlines industry analyst George Ferguson comes on Market Catalysts to speak more about the pressure that major airline operators have felt under what has now been the longest-ever US government shutdown. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: Thousands of flights in the U.S. have been canceled or delayed Sunday, including hundreds of flights at Newark Liberty and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, according to FlightAware.com.

Description: Southwest Airlines (LUV) finds itself in the spotlight following the Federal Aviation Administration’s directive to cut air traffic by 10% at major airports because of an air traffic controller shortage. The move has resulted in immediate flight cancellations and operational adjustments for the airline. See our latest analysis for Southwest Airlines. Southwest’s shares climbed 2.98% in the latest session, showing a burst of optimism despite the turbulence caused by the FAA’s recent cutbacks...

Description: Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer billed his offer as a “simple compromise” that could pass the chamber “within a few hours.” Republican leader John Thune dismissed the offer as a “nonstarter” but told reporters at the Capitol that it indicated “progress.” “They’re feeling the heat,” Thune said.

Description: <body><p>STORY: U.S. airlines on Friday scrambled to cut 4% of flights at 40 major airports due to safety concerns caused by the record-long government shutdown.</p><p>The cuts, imposed by the Trump administration, come amid a shortage of air traffic controllers, who are working without pay during the shutdown, which marked its 38th day on Friday.</p><p>Earlier this week, the FAA said 20-40% of controllers were not showing up for work on any given day.</p><p>The flight cuts, which began at 6 a.m. eastern time on Friday, include about 700 flights from the four largest carriers - American, Delta, Southwest Airlines and United.</p><p>TRAVELER MICHAEL TIMINSTON, RETIRED FEDERAL WORKER: "I woke up this morning not knowing whether or not I could take my flight to California."</p><p>American Airlines on Friday said 12,000 of its customers had their flights canceled.</p><p>The cuts do not apply to international flights.</p><p>Shares of U.S. airlines wavered Friday morning, and could continue to come under pressure, said Michael Landsberg, chief investment officer at Landsberg Bennett Private Wealth Management.</p><p>"Obviously, now as we come into the Thanksgiving holiday season, if we're going to see flight delays in the busiest few four or five days of the year, that's not going to go really well for these companies, even though they may not necessarily be to blame. Consumers are going to hold them to blame because the FAA is not at my airport. My sign says this airline and I'm 3 hours delayed or canceled. Yeah, I'm not going to be happy. So I think that's a concern that this might lead into something longer than we initially thought."</p><p>The flight cuts are set to rise to 6% on Tuesday and then 10% by November 14 if the government shutdown does not end.</p></body>

Description: Stocks got shellacked yesterday, and they’re starting Friday off on a sour note, too. Crude oil, gold, and silver are up a bit, while Treasuries and the dollar are flattish. Bitcoin breached $100K to the downside again in early trading.

Description: Air travelers meet the realities of a prolonged government shutdown, holiday retail sales could top $1 trillion, and more news to start your day.

Description: Stocks fell on fresh fears about a slowing labor market. Plus, Tesla shareholders approve Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar pay package.

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has appointed Danielle Collins – a veteran of corporate finance, strategy, and investor relations – as its Managing Director of Investor Relations. Her Southwest Airlines® tenure began Nov. 3.

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) welcomes Philippine Airlines (PAL) as the newest carrier partnering to connect transoceanic travelers with Southwest-operated flights. Dozens of new travel options across the Pacific are available now through Philippine Airlines and third-party travel booking sites.

Description: Southwest Airlines has begun a massive revamp of its entire operating system. The airline has run commercials celebrating the end of its pick-your-own seat policy in favor of being able to charge more for assigned seating. The airline has also begun revamping select planes so it can sell some seats ...

Description: While access to an airline's airport lounge network is one of the main perks of sticking with a given carrier long enough to earn status, this only ends up being worth it if one regularly flies through the airports that have them. The bare-bones, no frills model has traditionally made the budget ...

Description: Southwest Airlines has underperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are cautious about the stock’s prospects.

Description: This airline stock has been a dud this year, but if the company executes on an ambitious turnaround plan, patient investors could be rewarded.

Description: If you are flying anytime soon, you may need to be prepared for some turbulence.

Description: As the US government shutdown has continued for nearly a month, major airline executives met with Vice President JD Vance at the White House on Thursday to communicate how the shutdown could impact the industry if it drags on further. Yahoo Finance senior reporter Pras Subramanian comes on Market Domination to discuss the roundtable event, which included United Airlines (UAL) CEO Scott Kirby, American Airlines (AAL) CEO Robert Isom, and several union leaders. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination.

Description: Rossi Ralenkotter devoted his career to promoting what he called “the most exciting city in the universe,” spending 45 years at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, a governmental organization funded by hotel-room taxes, responsible for marketing the region as a destination for tourists and business travelers. Ralenkotter started at the LVCVA as a newly minted M.B.A. in 1973 and ascended to serve as its president and CEO for 14 years, becoming one of the U.S. travel industry’s most distinguished leaders. When Ralenkotter died Oct. 10 at 78 from cancer, which he had for 16 years, former Las Vegas mayors Oscar Goodman and Carolyn Goodman said in a joint statement, “No one worked harder than Rossi Ralenkotter to make us what we’ve become,” and U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D., Nev.) called him “a true Nevadan whose love of Las Vegas helped propel the city to the travel and tourism capital it is today.”

Description: Investing.com -- Airline stocks tumbled on Thursday as concerns mounted that the ongoing government shutdown is disrupting air travel and could worsen during the busy Thanksgiving season. United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) fell 3%, Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) dropped 2.4%, American Airlines (NASDAQ:AAL) declined 2%, and Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) slipped 1.5%.

Description: In recent days, Southwest Airlines Co. announced a major partnership with Hahnair, expanding its ticketing access to 100,000 travel agencies in 190 international markets, along with completing fixed-income offerings totaling US$1.5 billion in senior unsecured notes due 2028 and 2035. This broadens Southwest’s global distribution beyond the U.S. and strengthens its corporate liquidity, supporting operational flexibility through increased access to international customers and additional...

Description: With Hurricane Melissa moving at speeds of 175 miles per hour and preparing to make landfall on the island nation of Jamaica by the afternoon of Oct. 28, governments are warning their citizens to put off travel, while airlines and cruise lines are calling off trips. The "big three" American ...

Description: Whether you're a value, growth, or momentum investor, finding strong stocks becomes easier with the Zacks Style Scores, a top feature of the Zacks Premium research service.

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is offering a new way for Customers to earn Rapid Rewards® points on everyday purchases with the Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Debit Card.1 Powered by Galileo, the new Visa debit card combines the convenience of debit payments with the benefits of Rapid Rewards.

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the "Company") today announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of $1,500,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its senior notes, consisting of $750,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 4.375% Notes due 2028 (the "2028 Notes") and $750,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.250% Notes due 2035 (the "2035 Notes" and, collectively with the 2028 Notes, the "Notes").

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has entered an interline agreement with Hahnair to enhance global visibility of Southwest Airlines® by providing ticketing access to 100,000 travel agencies in 190 markets outside the United States, effectively extending the consumer distribution reach of Southwest® beyond the U.S. marketplace.

Description: At the end of the day on Friday, Southwest Airlines ended the week starting on Oct. 20 with its shares down 4.79% at $32.20. On Oct. 22, the Dallas-based airline published third-quarter earnings of 11 cents per adjusted share. Revenue rose 1.1% to $6.95 billion while forecasters' averages predicted ...

Description: Southwest Airlines (LUV) returned to profitability over the past year, with earnings now expected to grow a rapid 40.3% per year for the next three years. While the company’s net profit margin has improved and recent growth has been robust at 52.9% per year over five years, the current share price of $31.65 is trading well above an estimated fair value of $7.88 based on discounted cash flow analysis. Investors are watching strong projected profit growth as the main upside, even as premium...

Description: Southwest beat Q3 estimates Wednesday. American Airlines topped views Thursday, raised its EPS guidance. Alaska Air reports Friday.

Description: Southwest Airlines (LUV) caught the market’s eye after posting a surprise profit and record operating revenue for the third quarter. The company’s upbeat outlook for fourth quarter revenue reflects strong demand, even amid industry headwinds. See our latest analysis for Southwest Airlines. After rallying on record quarterly revenue and upbeat guidance, Southwest Airlines shares have pulled back, finishing at $31.65 and logging a 6.25% drop over the past day. Despite recent volatility tied to...

Description: Travel demand was dented earlier this year as rising geopolitical tensions and uncertainty around President Trump's sweeping tariffs made consumers anxious about the economy. United Airlines and American Airlines notched smaller gains on their top lines for the third quarter, saying that revenue from pricier premium-cabin seats outpaced sales in the main cabin.

Description: We recently published 10 Stocks Slump Amid Wall Street Cheer; 2 Hit Rock Bottom. Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) is one of the worst performers on Thursday. Southwest Airlines declined by 6.25 percent on Thursday to finish at $31.65 apiece after reporting a dismal earnings performance in the third quarter of the year. In an updated […]

Description: Stock futures were modestly lower as disappointing quarterly results from major tech names weighed on sentiment. Markets look set to open with a muted tone, reflecting a mix of elevated risk and uncertainty. Oil surged nearly 4% after the U.S. imposed fresh sanctions on Russia’s top oil companies, creating a shockwave across energy markets and raising inflation concerns. Concurrently, the dollar firmed against major currencies ahead of a delayed U.S. consumer-price report, while the yen weakened

Description: Southwest Airlines Co (LUV) reports record third-quarter revenue, strategic growth initiatives, and new market expansions amid macroeconomic uncertainties.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is ramping up, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: Southwest Airlines tumbled after the carrier said the US government shutdown is starting to ripple across domestic flying, threatening the record sales it expects during the crucial holiday period. Sheila Kahyaoglu, US Equity Research analyst at Jefferies comments on Southwest Airlines' results on "Bloomberg Markets" with Scarlet Fu.

Description: LUV posts mixed Q3 results with earnings topping estimates but revenues missing the mark. LUV expects fourth-quarter 2025 unit revenues to be up 1-3% year over year.

Description: The airline industry is in focus amid the ongoing US government shutdown with flight safety risks and long-term sector impacts among the chief concerns raised by experts. Southwest Airlines' (LUV) fourth quarter outlook projects record high operating revenue even with the "modest" impact of the shutdown. Southwest CFO Tom Doxey joins Morning Brief to discuss the impacts on the company as the shutdown stretches into its fourth week. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: The carrier started charging for checked bags and introduced assigned seating earlier this year in a bid to boost revenue.

Description: Southwest Airlines (LUV) stock is in focus after the company's third quarter earnings showed a surprise profit. Southwest Airlines CFO Tom Doxey joins Morning Brief with Julie Hyman to discuss the earnings report and new baggage fees. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) are in the red as markets continue to digest earnings results from top companies. Tesla (TSLA) shares are under pressure Thursday morning after topping third quarter revenue estimates but coming up just shy of Wall Street's expectations on quarterly earnings. American Airlines (AAL) stock is soaring, and Southwest Airlines (LUV) shares are getting a boost after the two airline operators posted strong third quarter earnings results.. Oil prices (CL=F, BZ=F) have jumped as the Trump administration increases pressure on Russia by unveiling new sanctions on Russian oil producers. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: Tesla earnings disappoint, federal worker pay is on ice, Southwest says changes are working, and more news to start your day.

Description: The carrier said it expects to deliver an operating-revenue record for the fourth quarter, with strong demand and new fees already bolstering sales.

Description: The S&P 500 lost -35 points, -0.53%, and the Nasdaq was -213 points, -0.93%. The small-cap Russell 2000 was down -1.41% on the day.

Description: Although the revenue and EPS for Southwest (LUV) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended September 2025, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Description: Southwest (LUV) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +1,000.00% and -0.29%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Description: The carrier started charging for checked bags and introduced assigned seating earlier this year in a bid to boost revenue.

Description: Southwest beat Q3 estimates Wednesday. American Airlines reports Thursday, with Alaska Air Friday. Delta trades near buy zone.

Description: DALLAS (AP) — Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) on Wednesday reported third-quarter net income of $54 million. The Dallas-based company said it had profit of 10 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, came to 11 cents per share.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is ramping up, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the "Company") today reported its third quarter 2025 financial results, with unit revenues, unit costs, and net income all exceeding its expectations and strong execution continuing across the business.

Description: Investors interested in the Transportation sector can watch out for third-quarter 2025 earnings reports of LUV, UNP, AAL and NSC.

Description: This live blog is refreshed periodically throughout the day with the latest updates from the market.To find the latest Stock Market Today threads, click here. Happy Wednesday. This is TheStreet’s Stock Market Today for Oct. 22, 2025. You can follow the latest updates on the ...

Description: Pre-Market Futures Flat at This Hour.

Description: Q3 earnings reports released yesterday afternoon did not quite have the positive sheen we've seen elsewhere this far into earnings season.

Description: The main US stock measures were trending lower in Wednesday's premarket activity as President Donald

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) invites you to listen to a live webcast of its third quarter 2025 financial results. Details are as follows:

Description: The U.S. government shutdown continues, but investors won't be completely starved for economic data. Friday brings a delayed look at September’s consumer-price index, a key inflation reading that will factor into the Federal Reserve’s next decision on interest rates.

Description: Market Domination Overtime host Josh Lipton previews several of the biggest stories to come tomorrow, Wednesday, October 22, including corporate earnings results from companies like Tesla (TSLA), AT&T (T), and IBM (IBM), as well as economic commentary from Federal Reserve governor Michael Barr. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: While the S&P 500 and Nasdaq were modestly on either side of zero, the Dow finished the session up +0.47% and the small-cap Russell 2000 was -0.49%.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is ramping up, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: The U.S. government shutdown continues, but investors won't be completely starved for economic data. Friday brings a delayed look at September’s consumer-price index, a key inflation reading that will factor into the Federal Reserve’s next decision on interest rates.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is ramping up, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: United Airlines (UAL) saw revenue from its premium business grow by 6% in the operator's third quarter, similar to Delta Air Lines' (DAL) own earnings boost it saw in thanks to premium travel bookings. Bloomberg Intelligence senior aerospace defense and airlines industry analyst George Ferguson comes on Market Catalysts to discuss how larger airlines are cutting airfare prices to better compete with low-cost carriers. Also catch George Ferguson explain why he believes United may have overloaded its capacity this past quarter. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: As investors enters shutdown week three, a US-China trade war, credit gesticulation, and an incoming oil glut are weighing on the market.

Description: Recent analyst upgrades have put T-Mobile US (TMUS) in the spotlight, with both Wells Fargo and RBC Capital pointing to the company’s extensive 5G network, positive momentum in market share, and steady network innovations as reasons for optimism. These upgrades arrive as T-Mobile continues to set itself apart from competitors Verizon and AT&T due to its track record of subscriber growth and an expanding service portfolio. See our latest analysis for T-Mobile US. T-Mobile’s momentum isn’t just...

Description: Market Domination Overtime host Josh Lipton previews several of the biggest stories to come next week, including the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preparing to release September's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, now rescheduled to come out next Friday, October 24, amid the ongoing government shutdown; as well as corporate earnings results from companies like EV maker Tesla (TSLA), Coca-Cola (KO), Ford (F), and Intel (INTC). To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: Let's assess the factors that are likely to have influenced LUV's third-quarter performance.

Description: Southwest Airlines has made a ton of changes lately. Most of them have not been popular at all. The airline was once known for free bags, but now charges for them. It also changed its longstanding policy that passengers could get on the plane and sit wherever they wanted. Many customers have been ...

Description: Besides Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates for Southwest (LUV), review projections for some of its key metrics to gain a deeper understanding of how the company might have fared during the quarter ended September 2025.