Southwest Airlines stock slips as LUV cools off after 18.7% surge on profit forecast
New York, Jan 30, 2026, 14:50 EST — Regular session. Shares of Southwest Airlines Co slipped 1.1% to $47.99 in Friday afternoon trading, retreating after Thursday’s strong rally. Investors seemed to be digesting how much of the recent upbeat sentiment is already baked into the stock price. The retreat comes after Thursday’s 18.7% surge, driven by the carrier’s upgraded annual…