Southwest Airlines profit jumps 9% as passengers pick up fuel tab, but third-quarter forecast falls short
- Posted on July 22, 2026
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Southwest Airlines profit jumps 9% as passengers pick up fuel tab, but third-quarter forecast falls short
Southwest Airlines reported a more than 9% increase in second-quarter profit as higher fares are increasingly helping the airline cover its fuel tab.