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Articles tagged “southwest airlines”

Airlines

Southwest Chairman Gary Kelly to Step Down After Activist Pressure

Gary Kelly has been a part of the Southwest family for almost four decades. Will his departure and that of six other board members be enough to keep Elliott happy?

Meghna Maharishi and Gordon Smith, Skift | 2 months ago

Southwest Chairman Gary Kelly to Step Down After Activist Pressure

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DOT Launches Probe Into Loyalty Programs of 4 Largest U.S. Airlines

The investigation seeks to determine whether recent industry trends like devaluing the worth of miles and consolidation have adversely affected consumers.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

DOT Launches Probe Into Loyalty Programs of 4 Largest U.S. Airlines

Podcasts

Striking Hotel Workers, Southwest’s Activists and NZ’s Tourist Fees

Today's podcast looks at labor strikes at U.S. hotels, Southwest’s activist investors, and New Zealand’s new fees for tourists.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 months ago

Striking Hotel Workers, Southwest’s Activists and NZ’s Tourist Fees

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Elliott Owns Enough Southwest Shares to Call for a Special Meeting

Elliott is amping up the pressure on Southwest. Now that it's crossed the threshold in owning 10% of the carrier's common stock shares, the hedge fund could call a special meeting to force a vote on whether to oust Southwest CEO Bob Jordan and chairman Gary Kelly.

Meghna Maharishi | 2 months ago

Elliott Owns Enough Southwest Shares to Call for a Special Meeting

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United Airlines Flight Attendants Take Step Toward Strike — 99.9% Vote Yes

United flight attendants are the latest to vote overwhelmingly for a strike as flight attendant negotiations have become particularly contentious this past year.

Meghna Maharishi | 3 months ago

United Airlines Flight Attendants Take Step Toward Strike — 99.9% Vote Yes

Podcasts

Fake Travel Reviews, Southwest Threat and Answering for AI

Today's podcast looks at how AI may yet transform the travel industry, the FTC's crackdown on fake reviews, and Elliott Investment's proposed changing to the Southwest board.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 months ago

Fake Travel Reviews, Southwest Threat and Answering for AI

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Southwest Braced for Boardroom Battle as Activist Investor Nominates 10 New Members

As industry veterans, Elliott Investment Management's 10 candidates have the potential to radically shake-up the 15-person Southwest board.

Gordon Smith | 3 months ago

Southwest Braced for Boardroom Battle as Activist Investor Nominates 10 New Members

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Kayak Can Now Show Southwest Flights – Finally

One of the key remaining questions is whether Southwest will start offering its flights for bookings on online travel agencies. The betting here is that Southwest won't allow Expedia or Priceline to get on board.

Dennis Schaal | 3 months ago

Kayak Can Now Show Southwest Flights – Finally

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Spirit Posts ‘Disappointing’ Revenues as CEO Promises Change

With 'transformational' changes to its business model announced earlier this week, Spirit will be hoping that these numbers are the start of a long-term shift for the troubled airline.

Gordon Smith | 4 months ago

Spirit Posts ‘Disappointing’ Revenues as CEO Promises Change

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Spirit Announces Huge Premium Push, But is it Enough to Shore Up the Airline?

Spirit is the latest U.S. low-cost airline to make a premium pivot in a bid to boost profitability. Wall Street will be watching closely.

Gordon Smith | 4 months ago

Spirit Announces Huge Premium Push, But is it Enough to Shore Up the Airline?