Why Southwest Airlines Shares Are Falling Today
Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi
Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE:LUV) reported Q2 FY23 operating revenue growth of 4.6% YoY to $7.04 billion, beating consensus estimates. However, adjusted EPS was $1.09, missing the consensus of $1.10. The company's Q2 RASM decreased 8.3% YoY, and fuel costs were down 22.6% YoY. The company had a net cash position of $4.2 billion and adjusted debt to invested capital of 46% as of June 30, 2023. The company's shares are trading lower by 8.4% at $33.24.

July 27, 2023 | 2:06 pm
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Southwest Airlines reported Q2 FY23 earnings with revenue beating estimates but EPS missing. Shares are down 8.4%.
Southwest Airlines reported a mixed Q2 FY23 earnings with revenue beating estimates but EPS missing. This mixed result, along with the company's guidance, likely contributed to the stock's decline.
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