SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO

Southwest Airlines Co.

Airlines • Industrials • Dallas, TX, United States • LUV (NYQ)

Southwest Airlines Co. operates as a passenger airline company that provides scheduled air transportation services in the United States and near-international markets. As of December 31, 2024, the company operated a total fleet of 803 Boeing 737 aircraft; and served 117 destinations in 42 states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as ten near-international countries, including Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Aruba, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Turks and Caicos. It also provides inflight entertainment and connectivity services; and Rapid Rewards loyalty program that enables program members to earn points for dollars spent on Southwest base fares. In addition, the company offers a suite of digital platforms to support customers' travel needs, including websites and apps; and SWABIZ, an online booking tool. Further, it provides ancillary services, such as Southwest's EarlyBird Check-In, upgraded boarding, and transportation of pets and unaccompanied minors. Southwest Airlines Co. was incorporated in 1967 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

214 792 4000 P.O. Box 36611, Dallas, TX 75235-1611, United States

Stock Performance (90 Days)

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Layoff History

1,750 employees (15.0%) ✓ Verified
Mar 17, 2025
First major layoffs in 53-year history, part of cost-cutting strategy to enhance efficiency and profitability
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1,750 employees (15.0%) ✓ Verified
Feb 17, 2025
Southwest Airlines announced a reduction of 15% of its corporate workforce, totaling 1,750 jobs. This marks the first significant layoffs in the company's 53-year history. The company is implementing cost-cutting measures amid financial pressures and changing market conditions in the airline industry.
Corporate
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Earnings Call Transcripts

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Q4 2025 Negative
Dec 5, 2025

Southwest Airlines has significantly revised its full-year 2025 EBIT guidance down to approximately $500 million, a reduction from the prior $600-$800 million range. This downgrade is primarily attributed to revenue losses from a government shutdown and higher fuel prices, though bookings have since recovered to expected levels.

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Recent News

Southwest Airlines (LUV) Posts $7.4B Revenue for Q4 2025 as EPS Beats Guidance - Finviz
Finviz • Feb 3
Southwest shares jump most since 1978 as airline predicts profits could quadruple this year - CNBC
CNBC • Jan 28
Earnings call transcript: Southwest Airlines Q4 2025 sees stock surge on EPS beat - Investing.com
Investing.com • Feb 3
Southwest Airlines (LUV) posts $7.4B revenue for Q4 2025 as EPS beats guidance - MSN
MSN • Feb 3
Why Southwest Airlines’ stock soared to its highest close in years - MarketWatch
MarketWatch • Jan 29

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO had layoffs?
Yes, SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO has had 2 recorded layoff events, affecting a total of 3,500 employees. The most recent layoff was on March 17, 2025, impacting 1,750 employees.
How many employees does SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO have?
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO has approximately 72,223 employees.
What industry is SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO in?
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO operates in the Airlines industry, within the Industrials sector.
Is SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO a publicly traded company?
Yes, SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO is publicly traded under the ticker symbol LUV on the NYQ. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $21.60 billion.
Where is SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO headquartered?
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO is headquartered in Dallas, TX, United States at P.O. Box 36611, Dallas, TX 75235-1611, United States.
When did SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO have layoffs?
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO has conducted layoffs in 2025. The company has had 2 separate layoff events tracked in our database, affecting 3,500 employees in total.

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