Southwest Airlines Surges Despite Profit Drop, Analysts Optimistic

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Southwest Airlines Surges Despite Profit Drop, Analysts Optimistic
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Despite a 42% profit decline in the first nine months of 2025, Southwest Airlines' stock has surged nearly 24%, driven by strategic initiatives like switching to assigned seating and offering extra legroom for a fee, which analysts believe will boost future earnings. The airline's transformation efforts and market optimism have led to a significant stock rally, even amid industry challenges and demand dips.

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