NYSE:LUV
Southwest Airlines (LUV)
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May 29, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 1 opinions in the last 12 months.
Southwest Airlines (LUV-N) recently reported strong quarterly results, showcasing the company's effective management under its current CEO. The airline industry has shown resilience, and Southwest's performance reflects this trend, with experts noting a bullish forecast for earnings per share (EPS), which may see substantial growth this year. The commentary indicates optimism surrounding the airline's operations and its future profitability, suggesting that despite average numbers, the stock holds considerable potential. Analysts are particularly excited about the long-term outlook, joining in a generally positive sentiment about Southwest's ability to navigate market challenges successfully.
Activist Elliott Management just took a big stake in this. Shares have fallen 50% in the past 3 years, and even lower than in March 2020 during the depths of the Covid shutdown. Elliott is a smart outfit and he agrees with their detailed assessment. LUV's underperformance is stunning during a travel boom and management's lack of action is off--they seem oblivious. Their had a bad Q1, and yet the CEO said they had a good quarter, despite the financial results. Really?? He agrees LUV needs a board anad management shake up and thorough review. Given Elliott, this is a buy.
As travel demand recovers LUV could make a nice comeback if revenue continues to recover and pass the pre-pandemic level. LUV has a reputation as one of the low-cost operators in the airline industry. If management executes well, the shares could experience decent upside potential. That said, LUV could be okay as a turnaround/recovery play (the timing would be uncertain). However, the airline business overall had a bad reputation for investors’ capital. Historically, the industry had witnessed many companies that went through boom and bust cycles, went through bankruptcy and recovered again and again. We are not fans of the industry, but would consider LUV one of the better stocks. Short term momentum is solid and the dividend is decent while one holds the stock. If exposure is already there, however, we would not add.
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Sure, there's a travel boom, but the airlines haven't fully benefit due to major unreliability problems. For example, LUV cancelled 16,000 flights over the holidays last year due to bad weather and technical issues. Just last week, technical problems led to nationwide delays. Pity, because LUV has long held a good reputation, and he likes Southwest.
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Southwest Airlines (LUV) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Airlines stock symbol?
Southwest Airlines is a American stock, trading under the symbol LUV (previously LUV-N on Stockchase) on the New York Stock Exchange (LUV). It is usually referred to as NYSE:LUV or LUV
Is Southwest Airlines a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 1 stock analyst published opinions about LUV (previously LUV-N on Stockchase). 1 analyst recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is BUY. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Southwest Airlines.
Is Southwest Airlines a good investment or a top pick?
Southwest Airlines was recommended as a Top Pick by Jim Cramer - Mad Money on 2021-05-26. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Southwest Airlines.
Why is Southwest Airlines stock dropping?
Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts' recommendations for help on deciding if you should buy, sell or hold the stock.
Is Southwest Airlines worth watching?
1 stock analyst on Stockchase covered Southwest Airlines in the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is Southwest Airlines stock price?
On 2026-05-29, Southwest Airlines (LUV) stock closed at a price of $42.95.
It reported a great quarter last Wednesday. Doing well under the CEO. Their forecast was very bullish, like EPS can more than quadruple this year, though the numbers were merely decent.