Southwest Airlines cuts 2026 profit forecast on higher fuel
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Southwest Airlines became the third major U.S. airline this month to cut its 2026 profit forecast due to higher fuel prices.
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CNBCSouthwest Airlines cuts 2026 profit forecast on higher fuel
Southwest Airlines became the third major U.S. airline this month to cut its 2026 profit forecast due to higher fuel prices.
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