Southwest Airlines lands twin analyst target lifts, shares trade near recent highs
25.06.2026 - 17:13:44 | ad-hoc-news.de
By Anna Wagner, Analysts & Consensus desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-25, 17:13.
Southwest Airlines (US8447411088) sits in focus on the NYSE after fresh analyst target moves. Barclays and Evercore ISI both raised their price targets on the carrier this week while maintaining constructive ratings, according to MarketScreener data.
What the analyst updates show
Evercore ISI adjusted its price target on Southwest Airlines to 52 dollars from 44 dollars and reiterated an In Line rating in a note published on June 25, 2026, as aggregated by MarketScreener. The update reflects the broker’s latest view following the stock’s robust year-to-date performance.
Barclays in a separate move lifted its price target on Southwest Airlines to 65 dollars from 56 dollars and maintained an Overweight stance, signaling a more upbeat outlook on the shares than the broader consensus. Both updates come with Southwest Airlines trading just below 51 dollars at the last close, giving analysts a relatively tight window between current pricing and their revised targets.
How consensus on the stock looks
According to MarketScreener’s compilation, Southwest Airlines last closed at 50.94 dollars, up around 3.1 percent over the prior five trading days, with a year-to-date gain of roughly 23 percent. The same data show an average analyst target price near 46.30 dollars, placing the current quote more than 9 percent above consensus.
This spread between the prevailing share price and the average target highlights how some brokers, such as Barclays, are now setting their expectations above the consensus band. For retail investors, this divergence offers a clearer picture of how views on the carrier’s ability to deliver margin and traffic improvements differ within the analyst community.
All news and data on the Southwest Airlines shares
Follow further corporate updates, analyst notes and price data for Southwest Airlines in the dedicated topic section and on the company’s investor relations site.
The business behind the airline
Southwest Airlines generates its revenue primarily from domestic U.S. air travel, focusing on point-to-point routes and high aircraft utilization on its Boeing 737 fleet. The carrier has been rolling out fast and free in-flight Wi-Fi, supported by Starlink technology, as part of efforts to enhance the passenger experience and differentiate within the low-cost segment.
Where the shares trade today
Southwest Airlines shares (US8447411088) last traded on the NYSE at 50.94 dollars as of 2026-06-24, 16:00 Eastern, according to MarketScreener.
Key data on the Southwest Airlines shares
- Company: Southwest Airlines Co.
- ISIN: US8447411088
- WKN: 862167
- Ticker: LUV
- Trading venue: NYSE
- Price (as of 2026-06-24, 16:00): 50.94 USD
- Market cap: around 30 billion USD (as of 2026-06-24, based on MarketScreener data and last close).
- Sector / industry: Industrials / Airlines
- Index membership: S&P 500
- Next earnings date: 2026-07-25 (company guidance and market calendar estimates, where available).
Disclaimer: This article provides factual information and context on Southwest Airlines shares and does not contain investment advice, buy or sell recommendations, or price forecasts. Retail investors should consider multiple sources and, where appropriate, seek professional advice before making trading decisions.
