Description: 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.

Description: Here is how Southwest Airlines (LUV) and Knot Offshore (KNOP) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Description: If you are wondering whether Southwest Airlines at around US$43.20 is still a sensible entry point or more of a hold, it helps to step back and look at what the recent price moves and current valuation are really telling you. Over the short term, the stock has returned 1.7% over the last 7 days, 4.9% over the last month, 4.6% year to date, and 33.2% over the last year. The 3 year return sits at 24.7% and the 5 year return at a 1.0% decline. Recent news around Southwest Airlines has focused...

Description: Delta Air Lines stock was falling early Tuesday after the airline beat earnings expectations but issued disappointing guidance for the year ahead. Delta reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.55 on revenue of $14.6 billion in the fourth quarter. Investors may be focusing on Delta’s full-year guidance for 2026, which came in lower than Wall Street’s view.

Description: Delta Air Lines reports fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday, which could set the flight path for the sector’s stocks for the remainder of 2026. The industry had a turbulent year in 2025 but ultimately proved resilient, bouncing back from a number of headwinds, including hits to demand and sentiment from President Donald Trump’s trade policy and the 43-day government shutdown. Delta, the first carrier to report this earnings season, will set the tone for the industry this year—and things may be looking up.

Description: Southwest Airlines has spent the past few months getting rid of all the things that used to make it unique. For about a decade, I flew Southwest because it offered reasonable prices, no fees for checked bags, and no assigned seats. Because I flew once or twice a month, I had A-List status in the ...

Description: Investors could get an early peek into the outlook for travel demand this year as major airlines start reporting earnings this week.

Description: Sun Country’s shareholders will receive 0.1557 shares of Allegiant common stock and $4.10 in cash per Sun Country share, the companies said Sunday. The offer is about 20% above Sun Country’s closing share price Friday, according to a release. Shares in Sun Country rose as much as 18% to $18.54 in premarket trading Monday, while Allegiant was little changed.

Description: JPMorgan’s double upgrade of Southwest Airlines (LUV) from Underweight to Overweight ahead of its upcoming earnings report and 2026 guidance has pushed the stock into focus, as investors weigh optimism against already strong recent returns. See our latest analysis for Southwest Airlines. The JPMorgan upgrade lands after a strong run, with Southwest’s 90 day share price return of 42.28% and 1 year total shareholder return of 37.36% pointing to clear positive momentum. This is supported by...

Description: Southwest stock receives double upgrade on its outlook potential, airline setup attractive ahead of earnings season. Delta to report.

Description: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise as December Jobs Data Surprises Investors

Description: Investing.com -- JPMorgan double-upgraded Southwest Airlines to Overweight from Underweight this week, arguing that the carrier’s upcoming 2026 guidance could mark a turning point for both sentiment and valuation.

Description: Goldman Sachs strategists expect post-earnings volatility to exceed what's currently being priced into options, according to a research note Thursday.

Description: Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Brooke DiPalma keeps track of several Wall Street analyst calls on top trending stocks, including calls around shares of Delta Air Lines (DAL), Southwest Airlines (LUV), FedEx (FDX), and Marriott International (MAR). To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: The carrier's potential earnings per share guidance is generating plenty of excitement on Wall Street.

Description: Airbnb upgraded, Zillow downgraded: Wall Street's top analyst calls

Description: Pre-Market Stock Futures: The futures are trading modestly higher as we get set to wrap up the first complete trading week of 2026, which could finish with a bang today. With market-moving data on the way this morning in the form of the December non-farm payrolls report, and a slew of economic reports plus the ... Here Are Friday’s Top Wall Street Analyst Research Calls: Adobe, Airbnb, Altria, CrowdStrike, GE Vernova, Flutter Entertainment, Robinhood, Southwest Airlines, and More

Description: Airline stocks have been on a tear going into 2026, with Delta Air Lines (DAL) and United Airlines (UAL) leading the way.

Description: Southwest Airlines now carries an updated fair value estimate of about US$39.63 per share, up from roughly US$35.00, while the discount rate used in the model remains close to 8.64%. This shift aligns with recent Street commentary that characterizes Southwest as a mixed but generally constructive setup, where Q4 expectations are described as well calibrated and some analysts describe a more supportive backdrop into 2026. Continue with this article to see how you can keep track of these...

Description: In recent days, several banks reaffirmed or adjusted their views on Southwest Airlines, while the company confirmed past plans to revamp cabins, add extra-legroom rows, and roll out assigned seating with expanded fare options including basic economy. These moves highlight how Southwest is reworking its long-standing product model to compete more directly across budget, mainstream, and higher-comfort segments. Next, we’ll examine how Southwest’s shift toward assigned seating and broader fare...

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Description: Citi raised the firm’s price target on Southwest (LUV) to $44 from $38 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm updated targets in the airlines group as part of a Q4 earnings preview. Citi’s business travel barometer has bottomed, the analyst tells investors in a research note. However, the firm still expects the supermajors to issue “conservative” outlooks for 2026. Claim 70% Off TipRanks PremiumUnlock hedge fund-level data and powerful investing tools for smarter, sharper decisions S

Description: Air travel is projected to reach $41 billion in revenue this year, according to the International Air Transport Association. alk Bloomberg Intelligence senior aerospace defense and airlines industry analyst, George Ferguson, joins Yahoo Finance Markets and Data Editor Jared Blikre on Market Catalysts to discuss what he anticipates for the industry in 2026. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: It was looking like a lost year for the airline industry for much of 2025 but the sector's resilience bodes well for 2026.

Description: Southwest Airlines is all set to release its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings next month, and analysts project a single-digit earnings drop.

Description: Airlines canceled more than 1,800 US flights Friday amid worsening U.S. winter storms, according to

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

Description: Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi takes a look at some of Friday morning's trending tickers and stories. Nvidia (NVDA) is acquiring the assets of artificial intelligence (AI) chip startup Groq (GROQ.PVT) for $20 billion, Nvidia's biggest deal yet. Micron (MU) stock is extending its post-earnings rally, on track for a new record. Airline stocks, including Delta (DAL), United (UAL), JetBlue (JBLU), Southwest (LUV), and American (AAL), are in focus as severe winter weather threatens to disrupt holiday travel. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: Southwest Airlines (LUV) has quietly climbed about 24% over the past month and nearly 30% in the past 3 months, catching investors attention as travel demand and profitability trends slowly improve. See our latest analysis for Southwest Airlines. That surge comes after a tough few years for airlines, and Southwest’s recent double digit 3 month share price return sits alongside a more modest 1 year total shareholder return, suggesting momentum is only now starting to rebuild. If Southwest’s...

Description: The ban on packing spare lithium batteries, and power banks containing them, in one's checked luggage dates back to 2016. At that time, both the Federal Aviation Administration and airlines themselves cracked down on the practice amid a string of in-cabin fires. Almost no major airline enforces ...

Description: Southwest Airlines shared massive changes to its model in Sept. 2024. CEO Bob Jordan framed the changes as necessary for the airline’s future. "We're now ushering in a new era at Southwest, moving swiftly and deliberately to transform the Company by elevating the Customer Experience, improving ...

Description: We recently published 12 Stocks on Jim Cramer’s Radar. Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) is one of the stocks on Jim Cramer’s radar. Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV)’s shares are up by 22.8% year-to-date. The gains have primarily come on the back of a 31.5% run since November 20th. Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) has been closely working […]

Description: MIAMI, December 19, 2025--The board of directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) today announces the appointment of Tammy Romo, 63, to its board, effective January 5, 2026. Romo will serve as a member of the Audit and Finance Committees.

Description: LUV teams up with Turkish Airlines to offer one-ticket transatlantic travel in 2026, expanding global reach through partnerships without flying long-haul routes.

Description: Micron upgraded, PayPal downgraded: Wall Street's top analyst calls

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today a partnership with Turkish Airlines is scheduled to begin in early 2026 to offer travelers around the globe one-ticket, transatlantic journeys between the United States and Istanbul unlocking onward connections across both carriers' networks. Turkish Airlines flies to more than 350 destinations in 132 countries from its global hub, Istanbul Airport, including ten airports in the United States served by Southwest. International travelers will be

Description: There were 56 new 52-week highs on the NYSE on Tuesday. Two of them were Southwest Airlines and TJX Companies. While both are flying high heading into the new year, only one is worth owning in 2026 and beyond.

Description: If you are wondering whether Southwest Airlines at around $42 a share is still a bargain or if you have already missed the takeoff, this breakdown will help you decide whether the current price really lines up with the underlying value. After a choppy few years, the stock has climbed 10.5% over the last week, 28.5% over the past month and 31.5% over the last year, suggesting that the market may be rethinking both its growth potential and its risk profile. Investors have been reacting to a...

Description: 🔎 Ford Motor (F): The automaker expects about $19.5 billion in charges as it scales back electric-vehicle ambitions and shifts focus to gas-powered and hybrid vehicles. Shares closed slightly higher but edged lower after hours.

Description: On Tuesday, U.S. airlines stocks rallied after several analysts offered rosy predictions for the industry in 2026.

Description: Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan says too many execs mistake packed calendars for productivity. He’s found a “crazy” solution.

Description: The airline is set to open its first ever premium airport lounge, dubbed the BlueHouse, to host high-income flyers in Terminal 5 at JFK.

Description: Transportation stocks are rallying, signaling investor confidence in the economy’s outlook. The Dow Jones Transportation Average, which tracks 20 large companies ranging from railroads to airlines, is up 10% this year and approaching an all-time high. The index recently notched its longest winning streak since August 2020, according to Dow Jones Market Data, and in recent weeks has left the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite in the dust.

Description: Southwest Airlines has announced plans to open a new crew base at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in March 2026, adding more than 2,000 pilot, flight attendant, and support roles, alongside new leisure routes and a planned recurring training facility for flight attendants. This expansion cements Austin as a key operations hub and highlights how Southwest is reshaping its network and workforce to support long-term efficiency and service upgrades, including enhanced cabin and seating...

Description: The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA) is among the 12 Best Performing Dow Stocks in 2025. On December 9, 2025, TheFly reported that Goldman Sachs kept a Buy rating and a $257 price target on The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA). This came after Goldman Sachs reviewed the company’s monthly delivery figures. The firm pointed out that The Boeing […]

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) is one of the travel and leisure stocks Jim Cramer recently talked about. Cramer highlighted his discussion with the company CEO, as he stated: “Some of the lower-cost names like Southwest Air and Alaska Air are up even more than that, with gains close to 40% from the November lows. I […]

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today that a new Crew Base for Pilots and Flight Attendants will open in March 2026 in Austin, Texas, creating more than 2,000 new jobs based at Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and positioning the airline for continued growth in Central Texas.

Description: Chipotle (CMG), Southwest Airlines (LUV), and Dell (DELL) are among the trending tickers on Yahoo Finance's platform. Market Catalysts host Julie Hyman recaps the headlines driving investor interest during Friday's trading session. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: Although Southwest Airlines has notably outperformed its sector peers recently, analysts remain cautious about the stock’s prospects.

Description: For Southwest, having lounges would attract business and frequent flyer customers, who have grown accustomed to the perk at other carriers

Description: We assess the investment worthiness of ALK stock post its updated fourth-quarter 2025 guidance.

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Description: Southwest Airlines stock: what recent gains might be telling investors Southwest Airlines (LUV) has quietly climbed about 17% over the past month and 20% in the past 3 months, prompting investors to revisit whether this recovery streak reflects lasting fundamentals or just improving sentiment. See our latest analysis for Southwest Airlines. That recent momentum sits on top of a 14.3% year to date share price return and a 16.2% one year total shareholder return, hinting that investors are...

Description: Synopsys upgraded, Warner Bros. downgraded: Wall Street's top analyst calls

Description: Investing.com -- BMO Capital Markets has initiated coverage on the U.S. airline sector with a constructive outlook for 2026, arguing that the industry is finally emerging from “a challenging 2024–2025” marked by excess domestic capacity and weak corporate travel.

Description: The carrier has invested more than $1 billion in improving its operations since the holiday disruption in 2022.

Description: Lower revenues due to the government shutdown and higher fuel costs have led to disappointing guidance of airline stocks like DAL, LUV, and ALK.

Description: Southwest Airlines Co (LUV) will not have to pay the remaining $11 million of a $140 million penalty

Description: Southwest Airlines is off the hook for an $11 million payment imposed by the Biden administration related to its 2022 holiday meltdown, according to a Transportation Department order issued Friday. In 2023, after a monthslong investigation, the Biden administration’s DOT issued a civil penalty for Southwest’s violations of consumer protection laws. Instead, the directive issued Friday gives Southwest a waiver of $11 million.

Description: The U.S. Department of Transportation is waiving part of a fine assessed against Southwest Airlines after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022. Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty. The government said at the time that the penalty was the largest it had ever imposed on an airline for violating consumer protection laws.

Description: Southwest Airlines is off the hook for an $11 million payment imposed by the Biden administration related to its 2022 holiday meltdown, according to a Transportation Department order issued Friday. In 2023, after a monthslong investigation, the Biden administration’s DOT issued a civil penalty for Southwest’s violations of consumer protection laws. Instead, the directive issued Friday gives Southwest a waiver of $11 million.

Description: ↘️ DocuSign (DOCU): The digital document-signing company reported quarterly results that topped forecasts, but the stock fell 7.6% as several analysts cut their price target amid concerns about the outlook.

Description: Consumer stocks were mixed late Friday afternoon, with the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund

Description: Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Brooke DiPalma joins Market Domination host Josh Lipton to discuss some of Friday's trending tickers and stories. Movie theater stocks, like AMC (AMC), iMax (IMAX), and Cinemark (CNK), are moving lower after Netflix's (NFLX) Warner Bros. (WBD) deal was announced. SpaceX (SPAX.PVT) is reportedly in talks for $800 billion valuation via a share sale, according to the Wall Street Journal. Southwest Airlines (LUV) lowered its profit guidance for the full year, citing disruption from the government shutdown. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination.

Description: Southwest Airlines (LUV) on Friday lowered its outlook for 2025 core profit, citing the impact of th

Description: Debit cards are getting the credit-card treatment. This year Southwest Airlines United Airlines and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts launched debit cards that let customers earn points and miles. Venmo’s debit card now offers 5% cash back at certain merchants, and Klarna added a premium debit tier that comes with a rose-gold card and access to airport lounges for about $540 a year.

Description: All three major US stock indexes were up in late-morning trading Friday, as Wall Street processed th

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Description: Morning Brief host Julie Hyman takes a closer look at some of the trending tickers on Yahoo Finance's platform, including Southwest (LUV), HPE (HPE), and Victoria's Secret (VSCO). To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: The broad market exchange-traded fund SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) was up 0.2% and the actively trad

Description: Southwest Airlines cut its profit guidance for the year, citing rising fuel costs and lost revenue from this fall’s U.S. government shutdown.

Description: Investing.com -- Proposed changes to U.S. credit-card interchange fees could disrupt the financial structure of airline loyalty programs and slow growth in co-branded rewards cards, according to analysts at Barclays assessing an industry that has increasingly relied on bank partnerships for revenue since 2019.

Description: The Dow Jones Transportation Average has gained for nine consecutive days, a winning streak seen just five other times this century. Truckers, shippers, airline and railroad companies carry goods and services that stock the US economy, and a breakout in their share prices soothes nerves of investors worried that growth will eventually sour. “If the Dow Jones Industrial Average is climbing, that’s fine, but if the Dow Jones Transportation Average confirms the move, that means something deeper: companies aren’t just producing, they are delivering,” wrote Mark Malek, chief investment officer at Siebert Financial.

Description: Airline stocks have been in the spotlight after the TSA reported the busiest travel day in U.S. history following Thanksgiving.

Description: Toast upgraded, PayPal downgraded: Wall Street's top analyst calls

Description: $200 million That's the dent to fourth-quarter profit that Delta Air Lines expects from the U.S. government shutdown. The carrier said the closure, which spurred regulators to curb air traffic at 40 airports, would dent its earnings by about 25 cents a share this quarter.

Description: Southwest Airlines has made numerous changes recently as it overhauls its business model. These include: Ending its famous free checked bags policyStarting to charge passengers for extra seats when they cannot fit into a single seatEnding its open seating policyProhibiting portable batteries ...

Description: Curious whether Southwest Airlines is offering a bargain or sitting on hidden risks? You are not alone. Plenty of investors are reevaluating what the next move should be. The stock has seen a notable climb recently, up 14.8% over the past month and 7.8% over the past year, which could signal renewed optimism or a shift in the company’s risk profile. Recent news stories have highlighted Southwest’s ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency and adapt to industry challenges, including...

Description: Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today its new partnership with Condor, a German airline that offers nearly 70 destinations across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas from its hub in Frankfurt. In the United States, Southwest® will serve Condor passengers with domestic flights, bridging the Atlantic with same-ticket journeys that connect both carriers' schedules at Boston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Portland, San Francisco, and Seattle. New transatlantic travel options begin January

Description: The airline sector needs a strong holiday travel season to hold on to its hard-fought gains in 2025.

Description: The airlines’ loyalty programs are responding to the millions of Americans who prefer to use a debit card for purchases in lieu of credit.

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 ...

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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.

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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.