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Southwest Airlines Stock Rises, Even with $821 Million Increase in Fuel Expenses: Here’s Why

Oct 21, 2026 · 05:01 PM ET· updated 2h ago
Southwest Airlines Stock Rises, Even with $821 Million Increase in Fuel Expenses: Here’s Why

Southwest Airlines set several records in the third quarter. Here's how the records helped offset higher fuel costs.

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Southwest Airlines made more money than usual this quarter, even though fuel costs went up a lot. When a company can earn more money even with bigger expenses, it shows the business is running really well.

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