Southwest Airlines Could Fly High On Demand Growth, But Needs To Improve Margins
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Southwest Airlines has its hold rating reaffirmed for 2023. Positive factors include expected air travel growth in 2025, new global partnerships, investment-grade credit rating, and low debt. However, it needs to improve its gross and net income margins and dividend growth trend.
February 19, 2025 | 8:00 am
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Southwest Airlines' hold rating is reaffirmed, with positives like expected air travel growth, new partnerships, and a strong credit rating. However, it needs to improve its margins and dividend growth.
The reaffirmation of the hold rating suggests a neutral short-term impact on the stock price. While the company has positive factors such as expected demand growth and strong credit, its need to improve margins and dividends tempers enthusiasm.
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