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Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Earnings Yield: 3.04%

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Is Southwest Airlines Co.’s earnings yield high or low?

Southwest Airlines Co.'s earnings yield of 3.04% is 17% above its 4-year average of 2.60%, around the middle of its 4-year range (0.38%–5.09%).

As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 55.33% above its 12-month average of 1.96%.

P/E Ratio|FCF Yield|Dividend Yield|All Metrics
LUV Earnings Yield

LUV Earnings Yield Chart

3.04%
+13.86% 1Y
LUV Earnings Yield

LUV Average Earnings Yield Chart

LUV Earnings Yield

LUV Current vs Average Earnings Yield Chart

LUV Earnings Yield Metrics

EARNINGS YIELD

3.04%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG TTM

1.96%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 3Y

2.37%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 5Y

2.66%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 10Y

5.50%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 15Y

5.29%

EARNINGS YIELD AVG 20Y

4.80%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+55.33%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+28.00%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+14.26%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-44.72%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-42.58%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-36.63%

LUV Competitors' Earnings Yield

NAMEMARKET CAPEARNINGS YIELDTTM3Y5Y
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)$24.90B3.04%1.96%2.37%2.66%
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)vs ›$25.37B2.40%3.16%3.56%3.87%
Venture Global, Inc. (VG)vs ›$25.65B8.57%6.81%6.27%6.27%
Everpure, Inc. (P)vs ›$24.06B0.91%0.61%0.53%0.52%
Xylem Inc. (XYL)vs ›$26.63B3.59%2.96%2.58%2.39%
XPO Logistics, Inc. (XPO)vs ›$23.11B1.48%1.84%1.85%6.24%
ATI Inc. (ATI)vs ›$26.97B1.53%2.69%4.72%4.21%
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL)vs ›$27.38B1.25%2.62%4.03%5.89%
Hubbell Inc (HUBB)vs ›$27.38B3.27%3.49%3.60%3.62%
Copart, Inc. (CPRT)vs ›$27.40B5.44%4.06%3.12%3.18%

Earnings Yield vs P/E Ratio

Earnings Yield

3.04%

EPS ÷ Price

P/E Ratio

32.9

Price ÷ EPS

Formula: Earnings Yield = (EPS / Price) × 100

Earnings Yield is simply the inverse of P/E. A P/E of 20 equals a 5% earnings yield.

How earnings yield is used:

  • It expresses earnings relative to share price as a percentage
  • It can be compared with FCF yield and dividend yield
  • It can be compared with bond yields because both are percentages
  • It is mathematically the inverse of the P/E ratio

Southwest Airlines Co. Earnings Yield Formula & Definition

Earnings Yield = EPS (TTM) / Share Price

Earnings yield is the inverse of the PE ratio, expressing trailing earnings as a percentage of price. Higher is cheaper.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Southwest Airlines Co. Earnings Yield FAQ

What is the earnings yield for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The earnings yield for LUV stock is 3.04%.
Is Southwest Airlines Co.'s earnings yield high or low?
Southwest Airlines Co.'s earnings yield of 3.04% is 17% above its 4-year average of 2.60%, around the middle of its 4-year range (0.38%–5.09%).
What is the TTM average earnings yield for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The TTM average earnings yield for LUV stock is 1.96%.
What is the 3Y average earnings yield for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 3Y average earnings yield for LUV stock is 2.37%.
What is the 5Y average earnings yield for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 5Y average earnings yield for LUV stock is 2.66%.
What is the 10Y average earnings yield for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 10Y average earnings yield for LUV stock is 5.50%.
What is the 15Y average earnings yield for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 15Y average earnings yield for LUV stock is 5.29%.
What is the 20Y average earnings yield for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 20Y average earnings yield for LUV stock is 4.80%.

Southwest Airlines Co. Earnings Yield History

DATEEARNINGS YIELD
2026-06-243.04%
2026-06-233.14%
2026-06-223.19%
2026-06-183.23%
2026-06-173.32%
2026-06-163.27%
2026-06-153.36%
2026-06-123.41%
2026-06-113.50%
2026-06-103.74%
2026-06-093.59%
2026-06-083.78%
2026-06-053.73%
2026-06-043.75%
2026-06-033.79%
2026-06-023.66%
2026-06-013.62%
2026-05-293.61%
2026-05-283.58%
2026-05-273.55%
2026-05-263.67%
2026-05-223.79%
2026-05-213.80%
2026-05-203.90%
2026-05-194.15%
2026-05-184.04%
2026-05-154.03%
2026-05-143.94%
2026-05-133.93%
2026-05-123.93%
2026-05-113.88%
2026-05-083.75%
2026-05-073.75%
2026-05-063.74%
2026-05-053.90%
2026-05-044.04%
2026-05-014.00%
2026-04-304.09%
2026-04-294.16%
2026-04-284.08%
2026-04-274.06%
2026-04-243.93%
2026-04-234.11%
2026-04-222.13%
2026-04-212.05%
2026-04-202.01%
2026-04-171.97%
2026-04-162.07%
2026-04-152.01%
2026-04-142.04%
2026-04-132.13%
2026-04-102.12%
2026-04-092.09%
2026-04-082.08%
2026-04-072.22%
2026-04-062.20%
2026-04-022.23%
2026-04-012.20%
2026-03-312.24%
2026-03-302.31%
2026-03-272.25%
2026-03-262.12%
2026-03-252.09%
2026-03-242.11%
2026-03-232.08%
2026-03-202.13%
2026-03-192.06%
2026-03-182.09%
2026-03-172.04%
2026-03-162.09%
2026-03-132.17%
2026-03-122.18%
2026-03-112.01%
2026-03-101.96%
2026-03-091.95%
2026-03-062.02%
2026-03-051.91%
2026-03-041.78%
2026-03-031.76%
2026-03-021.74%
2026-02-271.71%
2026-02-261.65%
2026-02-251.68%
2026-02-241.66%
2026-02-231.65%
2026-02-201.61%
2026-02-191.61%
2026-02-181.53%
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2026-02-131.64%
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2026-02-111.63%
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2026-01-301.37%
2026-01-291.34%
2026-01-281.59%
2026-01-271.57%
2026-01-261.55%
2026-01-231.55%
2026-01-221.53%
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2025-12-311.57%
2025-12-301.58%
2025-12-291.58%
2025-12-261.57%
2025-12-241.57%
2025-12-231.56%
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2025-11-281.87%
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2025-11-032.14%
2025-10-312.15%
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2025-10-292.12%
2025-10-282.09%
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2025-06-122.61%
2025-06-112.54%

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About Southwest Airlines Co.

Southwest Airlines Co. functions as a passenger airline, offering scheduled air travel services predominantly across the United States and to select neighboring international markets. As of December 31, 2021, the company maintained a consistent fleet of 728 Boeing 737 aircraft. Its extensive route network served 121 different locations, spanning 42 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, along with 10 international countries close by. These international destinations include Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Aruba, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Turks and Caicos. To enhance the passenger journey, Southwest provides in-flight entertainment and internet access on its Wi-Fi-enabled planes. The airline also runs the Rapid Rewards loyalty program, enabling members to accumulate points proportional to the money spent on Southwest's base fares. For customer convenience in travel planning, the company offers a range of digital tools, including its official websites and mobile applications, as well as SWABIZ, a dedicated online booking platform for business clients. Additional services available include EarlyBird Check-In, preferred boarding options, and transportation for pets and unaccompanied minors. The company was founded in 1967 and its corporate headquarters are situated in Dallas, Texas.

Dallas, TX
71,506 employees
www.southwest.com
Industrials / Airlines, Airports & Air Services
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Industry
Airlines, Airports & Air Services
CEO
Robert E. Jordan
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