DALLAS (AP) -- Southwest Airlines says its profit rose in the second quarter as the company saved money on fuel, and revenue increased 11 percent.
The airline said Thursday it earned $321 million, or 44 cents per share, compared to $278 million, or 36 cents per share, a year ago.
Excluding special items, Southwest Airlines Co. said it would have earned $121 million, or 16 cents per share, beating analysts' forecast of 12 cents per share.
The airline said Thursday it earned $321 million, or 44 cents per share, compared to $278 million, or 36 cents per share, a year ago.
Excluding special items, Southwest Airlines Co. said it would have earned $121 million, or 16 cents per share, beating analysts' forecast of 12 cents per share.
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