Southwest Airlines stock gains 0.71 percent as earnings beat estimates

Southwest Airlines stock rose by 0.71% after reporting Q3 earnings per share (EPS) of $0.94, significantly beating the consensus estimate of $0.52. Revenue also exceeded expectations, reaching $8.72 billion. Despite the strong earnings beat, the stock remains below its yearly high, with future guidance and the next earnings date on October 21, 2026, being key factors for its performance.