Southwest Airlines Co

Southwest Airlines Co Stock Forecast & Price Prediction

Live Southwest Airlines Co Stock (LUV) Price
$32.65

19

Ratings

  • Buy 16
  • Hold 3
  • Sell 0
Disclaimer : Analyst ratings and price forecasts are sourced from Wall St analysts and other experts. These projections are speculative and do not guarantee future stock performance. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as advice to buy or sell any security.

Stock Price

$32.65

P/E Ratio

236.38

Volume Traded Today

$7.0M

Dividend

$0.18

52 Week High/low

35.18/23.46

Southwest Airlines Co Market Cap

$19.58B

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LUV Summary

From what 19 stock analysts predict, the share price for Southwest Airlines Co (LUV) might decrease by 9.37% in the next year. This is based on a 12-month average estimation for LUV. Price targets go from $19 to $36. The majority of stock analysts believe LUV is a buy. Please note analyst price targets are not guaranteed and could be missed completely.

LUV Analyst Ratings

LUV is a stock in Industrials which has been forecasted to be worth $29.59 as an average. On the higher end, the forecast price is $36 USD by Jamie Baker from JP Morgan and on the lower end LUV is forecasted to be $19 by Helane Becker from TD Cowen.

LUV stock forecast by analyst

These are the latest 20 analyst ratings of LUV.

Analyst/Firm

Rating

Price Target

Change

Date

Jamie Baker
JP Morgan

Neutral

$26

Maintains

Oct 25, 2024
Brandon Oglenski
Barclays

Equal-Weight

$32

Maintains

Oct 15, 2024
Christopher Stathoulopoulos
Susquehanna

Neutral

$30

Maintains

Oct 9, 2024
Sheila Kahyaoglu
Jefferies

Hold

$32

Upgrade

Oct 9, 2024
Stephen Trent
Citigroup

Neutral

$31.5

Maintains

Oct 3, 2024
Sheila Kahyaoglu
Jefferies

Underperform

$24

Maintains

Oct 2, 2024
Helane Becker
TD Cowen

Hold

$25

Maintains

Sep 30, 2024
Duane Pfennigwerth
Evercore ISI Group

Outperform

$35

Upgrade

Sep 3, 2024
David Vernon
Bernstein

Market Perform

$24

Maintains

Aug 5, 2024
Stephen Trent
Citigroup

Neutral

$28.25

Maintains

Jul 29, 2024
Michael Linenberg
Deutsche Bank

Hold

$29

Downgrade

Jul 26, 2024
Helane Becker
TD Cowen

Hold

$19

Maintains

Jul 17, 2024

Barclays

Equal-Weight


Maintains

Jul 11, 2024
Brandon Oglenski
Barclays

Equal-Weight

$27

Maintains

Jul 10, 2024
Michael Linenberg
Deutsche Bank

Buy

$32

Maintains

Jul 8, 2024
Stephen Trent
Citigroup

Neutral

$29

Maintains

Jun 17, 2024
John Staszak
Argus Research

Hold


Downgrade

May 28, 2024
Achal Kumar
HSBC

Hold

$27.8

Initiates

May 13, 2024
David Vernon
Bernstein

Market Perform

$26

Maintains

May 6, 2024
Christopher Stathoulopoulos
Susquehanna

Neutral

$25

Maintains

Apr 30, 2024

LUV Company Information

What They Do: Provides scheduled passenger airline services.

Business Model: The company generates revenue primarily through the sale of passenger tickets for its scheduled flights across the United States and select international markets. Additionally, it earns income from ancillary services, loyalty programs, and inflight offerings, enhancing customer experience and engagement.

Other Information: Southwest Airlines operates a fleet of 817 Boeing 737 aircraft and serves 121 destinations. It offers inflight entertainment, connectivity services, and a rewards program for customer loyalty. The company also provides digital platforms for travel needs and various ancillary services to improve customer convenience.
LUV
Southwest Airlines Co (LUV)

When did it IPO

1980

Staff Count

74,081

Country

United States

Sector/Industry

Industrials/Airlines

CEO

Mr. Robert E. Jordan

Market Cap

$19.58B

Southwest Airlines Co (LUV) Financial Data

In 2023, LUV generated $26.09B in revenue, which was a increase of 9.56% from the previous year. This can be seen as a signal that LUV's business is growing, and its share price could be worth more in the future. However, if the company grows faster (or slower) than expected, this could also have a major impact on the future share price.

Revenue From 2020

$9.05B

Revenue From 2021

$15.79B

74.51 %
From Previous Year

Revenue From 2022

$23.81B

50.82 %
From Previous Year

Revenue From 2023

$26.09B

9.56 %
From Previous Year
  • Revenue TTM $27.38B
  • Operating Margin TTM 0.3%
  • Gross profit TTM $4.22B
  • Return on assets TTM 0.5%
  • Return on equity TTM -0.4%
  • Profit Margin -0.2%
  • Book Value Per Share 17.36%
  • Market capitalisation $19.58B
  • Revenue for 2021 $15.79B
  • Revenue for 2022 $23.81B
  • Revenue for 2023 $26.09B
  • EPS this year (TTM) $-0.08

Southwest Airlines Co (LUV) Latest News

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Tue, 12 Nov 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - Accesswire

Summary - Southwest Family Medicine Associates reported a data breach affecting patients' personal and health data, raising security concerns regarding sensitive information.

Why It Matters - The data breach raises concerns about SW Family Medicine's data security, potentially affecting patient trust, legal liabilities, and future revenues, impacting its financial stability and stock performance.

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Tue, 12 Nov 2024

Sentiment - POSITIVE

Source - Zacks Investment Research

Summary - Southwest Airlines (LUV) shares are rising, supported by positive earnings estimate revisions, suggesting potential for further gains in the near term.

Why It Matters - Rising earnings estimates for Southwest (LUV) suggest improved financial performance, potentially driving stock prices higher, attracting investor interest.

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Mon, 11 Nov 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - Accesswire

Summary - Southwest Family Medicine Associates reported a data breach affecting patients' sensitive personal and health information, raising security concerns.

Why It Matters - The data breach raises concerns over patient trust and regulatory scrutiny, potentially impacting SW Family Medicine's reputation and financial stability, which could affect investor confidence.

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Mon, 11 Nov 2024

Sentiment - POSITIVE

Source - CNBC Television

Summary - Analyst David Vernon from Bernstein discussed on 'Squawk on the Street' how airlines may benefit from Trump's election and shared his favored airline stocks.

Why It Matters - Analyst insights on airlines benefiting from political changes can influence stock performance and investment strategies, impacting market sentiment and trading decisions.

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Mon, 04 Nov 2024

Sentiment - POSITIVE

Source - Reuters

Summary - Southwest Airlines appointed Rakesh Gangwal as independent board chair following a settlement with activist investor Elliott, signaling potential changes in governance.

Why It Matters - The appointment of Rakesh Gangwal signals a potential shift in governance and strategy for Southwest Airlines, which may enhance investor confidence following the resolution with Elliott.

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Mon, 04 Nov 2024

Sentiment - NEGATIVE

Source - Invezz

Summary - Budget airlines are adjusting seating assignments to improve stock performance amid competition from legacy carriers and rising operational costs due to higher pay for pilots and cabin crew.

Why It Matters - Changes in seating assignments may enhance revenue for budget airlines, boosting stock performance amid competitive pressures and rising operational costs, impacting investor sentiment and potential returns.

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LUV Frequently asked questions

The highest forecasted price for LUV is $36 from Jamie Baker at JP Morgan.

The lowest forecasted price for LUV is $19 from Helane Becker from TD Cowen

The LUV analyst ratings consensus are 16 buy ratings, 3 hold ratings, and 0 sell ratings.