AlphaStocks
3.2
Weak

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO (LUV)

Industrials / Passenger Airlines

S&P 500

$48.66

Scores poorly across most models. Proceed with caution.

Weak

Score based on 4 of 5 models — moderate confidence

#961out of 1123 in Industrials

Is SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO a Good Investment in 2026?

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO (LUV) scores 3.2 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO as Strong (7/9). However, the Greenblatt Magic Formula model rates it Caution — Bottom half (rank 85%). SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO currently trades above its estimated fair value of $42, suggesting limited upside at current prices. SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO ranks #961 out of 1123 stocks in the Industrials sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E61.6ROE3.7Market Cap24BDiv Yield1.5

Estimated Fair Value

$42.2215% above

Trading slightly above estimated fair value.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Strong

7/9

Buffett

Neutral

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Caution

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Neutral

Growth rate vs price (PEG)

Greenblatt

Caution

Bottom half (rank 85%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO (LUV) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO (LUV) scores 3.2 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
What is SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO's Piotroski F-Score?
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO's Piotroski F-Score status is Strong. The raw score is 7/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is LUV overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $42, LUV appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 15% above its estimated fair value. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
How does LUV compare to other Industrials stocks?
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO ranks #961 out of 1123 stocks in the Industrials sector, placing it in the top 86% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about LUV?
AlphaStocks evaluates LUV using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Strong; Buffett: Neutral; Graham: Caution; Lynch: Neutral; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Caution. These models are combined into a single composite score of 3.2/10.

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