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Corporate Earnings

Southwest Airlines cuts 2026 profit forecast on higher fuel

Monday, October 26, 2026 | 12:02

The carrier now expects to earn between $2.60 and $2.85 per share on an adjusted basis for the year. This latest projection represents a significant reduction from the company’s previous guidance issued in July, when Southwest anticipated adjusted earnings ranging from $3.25 to as high as $4.25 per share. The adjustment reflects the mounting financial […]

Corporate Earnings

United Airlines Slashing Annual Profit Forecast as Surging Fuel Costs Offset Strong Travel Demand

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 05:21

United Airlines has significantly slashed its profit forecast for the year as relentless spikes in fuel costs continue to bite into the carrier’s bottom line, even as resilient passengers keep booking flights despite a notable jump in overall airfares. The major U.S. carrier announced on Tuesday that it now expects to earn between 50 cents […]