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A nor’easter that brought wind and high surf to the mid-Atlantic is expected to pummel New England, and airlines are offering flexibility to flyers.

Customers are still happy even after Southwest ended free bags.

Analyst calls don’t often come with an admission that a thesis has run its course, but that’s exactly what Rothschild & Co Redburn did on Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) on September 18. The firm raised Southwest to Neutral from Sell and lifted its price target to $40 from $35, ending a bearish position that had […]

The budget airline has been serving a key airport hub since 2006.

In recent months, Southwest Airlines has shifted away from its long-standing “no hidden fees” approach by charging for seat assignments and extra legroom, remodeling cabins to support this change and reporting more than US$1.00 billion in EBIT from these extras, with bags also becoming a major revenue contributor. This pivot shows how Southwest is monetizing services it once included in the base fare, aligning itself more closely with rivals while benefiting from higher fares on routes...

Southwest Airlines' transformation into a merchandised airline, with new fare ladders and ancillary products. Read why LUV stock is a Buy.

Carriers have leaned on limited capacity and steady travel demand, but executives said the latest jump in fuel costs is prompting them to reexamine routes with weaker profits.

Southwest wants more customers to pay fees.

Major airlines like United, Southwest, and American are cutting flights over high fuel costs, which could impact holiday fares.

American, United and Southwest are trimming schedules as fuel surges, while travelers already face fares nearly a quarter higher than a year ago

American, United and Southwest are trimming schedules as fuel surges, while travelers already face fares nearly a quarter higher than a year ago

Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) disclosed plans on September 2 to open its first-ever airport lounges, partnering with JPMorgan Chase on a new premium co-branded credit card launching in 2027 that will provide access, Reuters and the Wall Street Journal reported. The first four lounges will open at Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu, and Nashville airports in late […]

American, United and Southwest say soaring fuel costs are forcing them to trim less-profitable flights despite strong travel demand.

Southwest Airlines (LUV) is set to outline its latest thinking at Morgan Stanley's 14th Annual Laguna Conference on September 16, with CFO Tom Doxey speaking to institutional investors. The share price of Southwest Airlines has slipped over the past month, with a 30 day share price return down 9.69% and a 90 day move down 18.39%. However, the latest close sits at US$39.15 and the 1 year total shareholder return is 24.06%, pointing to longer term holders still being ahead despite recent...

Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) CFO Tom Doxey said the carrier’s recent commercial initiatives have met or exceeded the company’s financial expectations, while demand remained strong into September and corporate revenue increased 30% year over year. Speaking at an investor conference, Doxey said Sout

LUV plans its first airport lounge network for late 2027, aiming to boost premium appeal, loyalty engagement and higher-value customer retention.

While Southwest has struggled amid a challenging economic environment and unfortunately timed financial decisions, LUV stock just might be a discount.

Southwest Airlines is undergoing a robust revenue transformation, embracing ancillary fees, and assigned seating. See why LUV stock is upgraded to a strong buy.

Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Tom Doxey will participate in a fireside chat at the Morgan Stanley 14th Annual Laguna Conference on September 16 at 12:20 pm PST. Morgan Stanley will be webcasting the audio presentation live. A link to the webcast will be made available via the Investor Relations page on the Southwest website. Details of the audio webcast are as follows:

Southwest Airlines will open its first lounges at four airports in late 2027.

Southwest Airlines is debuting its airport lounge network in partnership with Chase Bank. Here's what we know.