Southwest Airlines Co
NYSE:LUV
Gross Margin
Southwest Airlines Co
Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.
Gross Margin Across Competitors
| Country | Company | Market Cap |
Gross Margin |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US |
|
Southwest Airlines Co
NYSE:LUV
|
15.5B USD |
72%
|
|
| US |
|
Delta Air Lines Inc
NYSE:DAL
|
26.4B USD |
51%
|
|
| CH |
|
Kinarus Therapeutics Holding AG
SIX:KNRS
|
19.5B CHF | N/A | |
| IN |
|
Interglobe Aviation Ltd
NSE:INDIGO
|
2T INR |
42%
|
|
| US |
|
United Airlines Holdings Inc
NASDAQ:UAL
|
21.8B USD |
63%
|
|
| IE |
R
|
Ryanair Holdings PLC
LSE:RYA
|
15.4B EUR |
40%
|
|
| CN |
|
Air China Ltd
SSE:601111
|
126.2B CNY |
5%
|
|
| UK |
|
International Consolidated Airlines Group SA
LSE:IAG
|
12.1B GBP |
68%
|
|
| CN |
|
China Southern Airlines Co Ltd
SSE:600029
|
104B CNY |
8%
|
|
| SG |
|
Singapore Airlines Ltd
SGX:C6L
|
18.5B SGD |
48%
|
|
| TR |
|
Turk Hava Yollari AO
IST:THYAO.E
|
426.3B TRY |
19%
|
Southwest Airlines Co
Glance View
Southwest Airlines Co., an emblematic name in the aviation industry, stands out not just for its vibrant aircraft liveries but for pioneering a unique business model that has steered its success over decades. Born from the imagination of Rollin King and Herb Kelleher in 1967, Southwest set out to disrupt traditional air travel norms by embracing a point-to-point route system rather than the conventional hub-and-spoke model. This approach, combined with a focus on short-haul flights, has allowed the airline to streamline operations, reducing turnaround time and boosting aircraft utilization. Unlike many of its competitors, Southwest's operating philosophy is anchored in a no-frills service model, which has enabled it to offer competitive fares without compromising on reliability and customer satisfaction. Financially, Southwest thrives on its low-cost carrier structure, prioritizing operational efficiency and cost control as pillars of profitability. The airline's decision to exclusively operate a fleet of Boeing 737s simplifies maintenance and training, further driving down costs. Revenue streams flow predominantly from passenger fares, bolstered by ancillary revenue channels such as priority boarding and extra-legroom seating. Southwest's savvy financial management — along with a culture of friendliness and customer engagement — has cultivated a loyal customer base that values the balance of affordability and service quality. Such strategic choices not only secure Southwest's place as a favored domestic carrier but also position it resiliently amidst industry fluctuations and economic adversities, buoyed by a business model that deftly marries cost efficiency with customer satisfaction.
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Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.
Based on Southwest Airlines Co's most recent financial statements, the company has Gross Margin of 71.7%.
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