Southwest Inks $12B Contract As Pilots Take Flight With 50% Pay Rise Over 5 Years
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Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE:LUV) pilots have agreed to a new labor deal with a 50% pay increase over five years, including an immediate 29.15% raise. The $12 billion contract was approved by 93% of pilots, amidst industry-wide efforts to attract and retain pilots post-pandemic. Despite the positive labor development, analyst David Vernon downgraded Southwest's rating due to broader industry challenges, including recent flight cancellations.
January 23, 2024 | 1:10 pm
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Southwest Airlines' pilots have ratified a significant pay increase, which could impact operational costs. However, the company faces a downgrade from Bernstein's analyst, suggesting potential stock price pressure.
The substantial pay increase for pilots indicates increased operational costs for Southwest Airlines, which could impact profitability in the short term. The analyst downgrade reflects concerns about the company's future performance, which could lead to negative sentiment among investors and pressure on the stock price.
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