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The experts have mixed opinions on Southwest Airlines (LUV-N). While some see potential for a comeback as travel demand recovers and the company's reputation as a low-cost operator, others are concerned about the impact of higher gas prices on margins and the airline's reliability issues. Overall, it seems that there is cautious optimism about the stock's future performance.

Consensus
Cautious
Valuation
Fair Value
DON'T BUY
Southwest Airlines
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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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DON'T BUY
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Higher gas prices are pressuring their margins while revenue per seat mile is down alot. Big business is getting hurt by the sudden rise in crude oil prices.

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COMMENT
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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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It used to be best of breed, but it suffered operational issues last year (the pilots union nearly mutinied). The CEO has stepped down, but he will wait till they report Thursday.
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BUY
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options There's been an acceleration in options action in airlines here, driven by fuel costs. He likes the CEO of Southwest. The market bought 17,000 of the May 15 calls. He gets a little extra time, a month, when it's usually 1-2 weeks long, so he likes this. A tailwind: people are getting more comfortable flying, and when people don't need to wear masks when flying we will see a nice move up in airline stocks.
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Curated by Michael O'Reilly since 2020.
1550+ opinions with 4.81 rating (one of the best performing expert).

PAST TOP PICK
Southwest Airlines
(A Top Pick Oct 28/21, Down 10.7%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with LUV has triggered its stop at $42. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. We will look for better opportunities. When combined with the previous buy recommendation, this results in a net investment loss of 15%.
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TOP PICK
Southwest Airlines
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We reiterate LUV as a TOP PICK. Recently reported earnings showed improvements fast than analysts expected. With forward EPS expected at over $2.50 per share, the company is expected to be valued at under 19x earnings. We also like that it has continued to build cash reserves, while paying down debt. We continue to recommend a stop at $42, looking to achieve $64 -- upside potential over 33%. Yield 0% (Analysts’ price target is $63.62)
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COMMENT
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It reports Tuesday. Easing travel restrictions will help. LUV is okay, but United has more international flights.
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It's the best-run American Airlines with the best routes. It's been beaten up, so pick up shares. FDA full approval of Pfizer's Covid vaccine will help.

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Reopening stocks have come off as the Delta variant increase Covid cases. As cases peak, caller expects another run-up, so is it too early start a position in LUV? No, it isn't. Buy this. The CEO is doing a great job. The stock is selling over fears of no travellers, but the TSA travel numbers disprove this--people are travelling.
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TOP PICK
Southwest Airlines
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly LUV recently reported EPS of $0.57, after receiving $348 million in payroll support. Management noted June was a turning point in demand. Analysts expect next year's annual EPS to exceed $3.25, putting the stock at 16x forward earnings currently. We would buy this with a stop loss at $42, looking to achieve $70 -- upside potential over 33%. Yield 0% (Analysts’ price target is $69.98)
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Any runway left? It's at $61, and he says it'll go to $75. He recommended this in January at the start of the reopening and still recommends it.
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RISKY
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The airline sector is acting well. Despite the great recovery off the bottom, it doesn't reflect damage done to balance sheets. Will take time to work through. Giant wave of discretionary spending on travel once we come out of the pandemic. Short-term, the setup is good, ready for another leg higher. Other groups have a better setup. Be careful.
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BUY
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Several airlines qualify for the reopening play, but LUV boasts a CEO is smart to nail down new routes now. American Airlines is great, too, but not its balance sheet. LUV also benefits from the oil patch getting better.

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COMMENT
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He just interviewed the CEO who did not sound bullish at all. Don't buy this above $32.
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Southwest Airlines(LUV-N) Rating

Ranking : 3 out of 5

Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 0

Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 0

Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 2

Total Signals / Votes : 2

Stockchase rating for Southwest Airlines is calculated according to the stock experts' signals. A high score means experts mostly recommend to buy the stock while a low score means experts mostly recommend to sell the stock.

Southwest Airlines(LUV-N) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southwest Airlines stock symbol?

Southwest Airlines is a American stock, trading under the symbol LUV-N on the New York Stock Exchange (LUV). It is usually referred to as NYSE:LUV or LUV-N

Is Southwest Airlines a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 2 stock analysts published opinions about LUV-N. 0 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 2 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . 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 on . Read the latest stock experts ratings for Southwest Airlines.

Why is Southwest Airlines stock dropping?

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Is Southwest Airlines worth watching?

2 stock analysts 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 2024-03-28, Southwest Airlines (LUV-N) stock closed at a price of $29.355.