Southwest Airlines forecasts quarterly earnings below estimates on higher fuel
By Leslie Josephs
Published on April 22, 2026.
Southwest Airlines has forecasted its second-quarter earnings below analyst estimates and has not updated its full-year forecast for 2026. The company is focusing on higher fuel consumption and maintaining its position in the market. The airline has been criticized for its lack of transparency regarding its position on the public sector.
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