Southwest Airlines Co.’s Dividend Yield at a glance
Southwest Airlines Co. reports dividend yield of 2.1% for Dec 2024. The prior period recorded 2.5% (Dec 2023). Year over year the metric moved −0.35 pts (−14.1%). The rolling three-period average stands at 1.5%. Data last refreshed Dec 7, 2025, 1:51 AM.
Latest reading
2.1% · Dec 2024
YoY movement
−0.35 pts (−14.1%)
Rolling average
1.5%
Current Dividend Yield
2.1%
−0.35 pts
−14.1%
Rolling average
1.5%
Latest Value
2.1%
Dec 2024
YoY Change
−0.35 pts
Absolute
YoY Change %
−14.1%
Rate of change
3-Period Avg
1.5%
Smoothed
Narrative signal
Southwest Airlines Co.’s dividend yield stands at 2.1% for Dec 2024. Year-over-year, the metric shifted by −0.35 pts, translating into a −14.1% rate of change versus the prior period.
Pair this momentum with product cadence, pricing power, and capital allocation moves to understand durability.
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How dividend yield shapes Southwest Airlines Co.'s story
As of Dec 2024, Southwest Airlines Co. reports dividend yield of 2.1%. Review annual dividend yield trends, payout momentum, and shareholder income strength for leading U.S. equities.
What dividend yield tells investors
Dividend yield shows how much cash flow a shareholder earns relative to the stock price. A rising yield can indicate improving capital returns but may also signal share price weakness.
How to interpret momentum
Compare the latest dividend yield against the 3-year history to understand consistency. Large swings often reflect changes in payout policy or volatile share price performance.
Valuation Multiples
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Profitability & Margins
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Gross Margin
16.2%
Operating Margin
1.2%
Net Profit Margin
1.7%
Return on Equity
4.5%
Return on Assets
1.4%
Growth Momentum
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Balance Sheet Strength
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Shareholder Returns
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Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) FAQs
Answers tailored to Southwest Airlines Co.’s dividend yield profile using the latest Financial Modeling Prep data.
What is Southwest Airlines Co.'s current dividend yield?
As of Dec 2024, Southwest Airlines Co. reports dividend yield of 2.1%. This reading reflects the latest filings and price data for LUV.
How is Southwest Airlines Co.'s dividend yield trending year over year?
Year-over-year, the figure shifts by −0.35 pts (−14.1%). Pair this context with revenue growth and free cash flow signals to gauge momentum for LUV.
Why does dividend yield matter for Southwest Airlines Co.?
Dividend yield tracks cash returned to shareholders as a percentage of the current share price. For Southwest Airlines Co., operating within Industrials — Airlines, Airports & Air Services, tracking this metric helps benchmark management's execution against close competitors.
Is Southwest Airlines Co.'s dividend yield above its recent average?
Southwest Airlines Co.'s rolling three-period average sits at 1.5%. Comparing the latest reading of 2.1% to that baseline highlights whether momentum is building or fading for LUV.
How frequently is Southwest Airlines Co.'s dividend yield refreshed?
Data for LUV was last refreshed on Dec 7, 2025, 1:51 AM and updates automatically every 24 hours, keeping your valuation inputs current.