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Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) EV/EBIT Ratio: 29.71x

Is Southwest Airlines Co.’s EV/EBIT ratio high or low?

Southwest Airlines Co.'s EV/EBIT ratio of 29.71x is 40% below its 5-year average of 49.59x, near the low end of its 5-year range (9.48x–161.09x).

As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 46.96% below its 12-month average of 56.01x.

LUV EV/EBIT Ratio

LUV EV/EBIT Ratio Chart

29.71x
-21.01% 1Y
LUV EV/EBIT Ratio

LUV Average EV/EBIT Ratio Chart

LUV EV/EBIT Ratio

LUV Current vs Average EV/EBIT Ratio Chart

LUV EV/EBIT Ratio Metrics

EV/EBIT RATIO

29.71x

EV/EBIT RATIO AVG TTM

56.01x

EV/EBIT RATIO AVG 3Y

55.99x

EV/EBIT RATIO AVG 5Y

45.96x

EV/EBIT RATIO AVG 10Y

27.58x

EV/EBIT RATIO AVG 15Y

12.33x

EV/EBIT RATIO AVG 20Y

13.17x

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-46.96%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-46.94%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-35.35%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+7.72%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+140.94%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+125.57%

LUV Competitors' EV/EBIT Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPEV/EBIT RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)$24.90B29.71x56.01x55.99x45.96x
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT)vs ›$25.37B30.12x24.25x21.80x20.47x
Venture Global, Inc. (VG)vs ›$25.65B12.02x17.22x21.13x21.13x
Everpure, Inc. (P)vs ›$24.06B138.75x280.04x280.41x273.97x
Xylem Inc. (XYL)vs ›$26.63B23.07x29.32x35.59x35.57x
XPO Logistics, Inc. (XPO)vs ›$23.11B36.24x33.24x32.46x25.72x
ATI Inc. (ATI)vs ›$26.97B43.59x27.60x21.91x24.10x
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL)vs ›$27.38B55.31x33.40x21.68x16.78x
Hubbell Inc (HUBB)vs ›$27.38B23.97x22.59x21.57x21.75x
Otis Worldwide Corporation (OTIS)vs ›$27.87B15.78x20.49x20.94x20.32x

Southwest Airlines Co. EV/EBIT Ratio Formula & Definition

EV/EBIT = Enterprise Value / EBIT (TTM)

Enterprise value to EBIT compares total company value to operating earnings, accounting for depreciation unlike EV/EBITDA.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Southwest Airlines Co. EV/EBIT Ratio FAQ

What is the EV/EBIT ratio for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The EV/EBIT ratio for LUV stock is 29.71x.
Is Southwest Airlines Co.'s EV/EBIT ratio high or low?
Southwest Airlines Co.'s EV/EBIT ratio of 29.71x is 40% below its 5-year average of 49.59x, near the low end of its 5-year range (9.48x–161.09x).
What is the TTM average EV/EBIT ratio for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The TTM average EV/EBIT ratio for LUV stock is 56.01x.
What is the 3Y average EV/EBIT ratio for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 3Y average EV/EBIT ratio for LUV stock is 55.99x.
What is the 5Y average EV/EBIT ratio for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 5Y average EV/EBIT ratio for LUV stock is 45.96x.
What is the 10Y average EV/EBIT ratio for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 10Y average EV/EBIT ratio for LUV stock is 27.58x.
What is the 15Y average EV/EBIT ratio for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 15Y average EV/EBIT ratio for LUV stock is 12.33x.
What is the 20Y average EV/EBIT ratio for Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV)?
The 20Y average EV/EBIT ratio for LUV stock is 13.17x.

Southwest Airlines Co. EV/EBIT Ratio History

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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
Industrials / Airlines, Airports & Air Services
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Airlines, Airports & Air Services
CEO
Robert E. Jordan