Southwest Airlines Co.
LUVSouthwest Airlines Co. is a major U.S. airline renowned for its low-cost, point-to-point flight model. Founded in 1967, it has grown into one of the largest carriers in the United States, offering domestic and limited international services. Southwest is known for its customer-friendly policies, including no assigned seating and free checked bags, and maintains a strong presence in domestic air travel through its extensive route network.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 16, 2026 | $0.18 | 2025-12-26 | 2025-12-26 |
| September 24, 2025 | $0.18 | 2025-09-03 | 2025-09-03 |
| July 9, 2025 | $0.18 | 2025-06-18 | 2025-06-18 |
| April 2, 2025 | $0.18 | 2025-03-12 | 2025-03-12 |
| January 16, 2025 | $0.18 | 2024-12-26 | 2024-12-26 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Southwest Airlines Co. has rewarded shareholders with 78 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held LUV shares during this period received a total of $5.49 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.18/share was paid 7 days ago, on January 16, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: LUV currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 1.70%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 3900.0%, from $0.00 to $0.18.
- Dividend Reliability: LUV has maintained or increased its dividend for 78 consecutive payments.
Company News
Three S&P 500 stocks—General Motors, Southwest Airlines, and Tapestry—delivered exceptional buyback yields exceeding 10% in 2025. GM achieved a 10.8% buyback yield with $8.2 billion in repurchases and 53% stock gains. Southwest Airlines posted a 12.6% buyback yield with $2.75 billion spent, gaining 75% after opportunistic April purchases. Tap...
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