Southwest Airlines Stock Falls After Posting Record Revenue. Here's Why. - Barron's

1. Southwest Airlines' Q4 revenue fell short of expectations with $6.93 billion. 2. Earnings per share were 56 cents, beating estimates of 46 cents. 3. Unit revenue growth guidance of 5%-7% is below analyst expectations of 6.3%. 4. Cost pressures are rising, with guidance for unit cost increase up to 9%. 5. Shares dropped 2.7% to $30.80 amid disappointing forecasts.