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ALK Stock Chart & Stats
$45.40
$0.02(0.03%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$45.40
$0.02(0.03%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$33.03 - $65.88
Previous CloseN/A
Volume317.67K
Average Volume (3M)3.27M
Market Cap
$5.69B
Enterprise Value$11.60B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.77B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$6.67B
Price to Earnings (P/E)89.6
Beta1.01
Next Earnings
Jul 16, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.97Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.57
Shares Outstanding111,428,980
10 Day Avg. Volume3,572,571
30 Day Avg. Volume3,265,057
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.81
Price to Book (P/B)1.41
Price to Sales (P/S)0.41
P/FCF Ratio-17.14
Enterprise Value/Market Cap2.04
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.81
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit1.03
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.39
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$59.45Price Target Upside30.95% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.37
Revenue Forecast (FY)$15.81B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Loyalty Monetization & Co‑brand DealA growing, cash‑generative loyalty program with a multiyear Bank of America extension provides durable, non‑ticket revenue and predictable cash flows. The ~$615M co‑brand cash and ~$1B extension bolster liquidity and margins, supporting funding flexibility and securitization strategies over cycles.
Profitable International ExpansionEarly profitability on long‑haul routes (Seattle–Tokyo) and strong load factors indicate successful network diversification. Sustainable international growth can lift yields and reduce domestic cyclicality, improving revenue mix and yielding structural premium demand benefits over multiple planning cycles.
Operational Reliability & Product UpgradesTop‑tier on‑time performance, widespread Starlink Wi‑Fi and >90% premium retrofits strengthen guest experience and loyalty. These durable service upgrades support higher ancillary and premium sales, improve load factors and brand competitiveness, aiding sustained margin improvement over time.
Bears Say
Rising Leverage And Weaker EquityMaterial debt growth and falling equity reduce balance‑sheet cushioning and increase financial risk. Higher leverage raises interest and refinancing exposure during downturns, constraining capital allocation and limiting ability to absorb shocks or invest without further debt or asset‑backed financing.
Inconsistent And Negative Free Cash FlowAn inconsistent FCF profile and a TTM negative FCF indicate capital intensity and volatility in converting profits to discretionary cash. This undermines sustained debt reduction, share repurchases, or reinvestment capacity and increases reliance on external financing for strategic initiatives.
High Fuel Exposure And VolatilityPronounced sensitivity to jet fuel prices creates structural earnings cyclicality. Large, rapid fuel swings can erase operational gains, force guidance suspension and compress margins despite demand resilience, limiting predictability of profits and requiring ongoing hedging or pricing pass‑through strategies.
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ALK FAQ
What was Alaska Air Group’s price range in the past 12 months?
Alaska Air Group lowest stock price was $33.03 and its highest was $65.88 in the past 12 months.
What is Alaska Air Group’s market cap?
Alaska Air Group’s market cap is $5.69B.
When is Alaska Air Group’s upcoming earnings report date?
Alaska Air Group’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 16, 2026 which is in 10 days.
How were Alaska Air Group’s earnings last quarter?
Alaska Air Group released its earnings results on Apr 20, 2026. The company reported -$1.68 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -$1.65 by -$0.03.
Is Alaska Air Group overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Alaska Air Group’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Alaska Air Group pay dividends?
Alaska Air Group pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.375 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Alaska Air Group dividends here
What is Alaska Air Group’s EPS estimate?
Alaska Air Group’s EPS estimate is -0.97.
How many shares outstanding does Alaska Air Group have?
Alaska Air Group has 111,428,980 shares outstanding.
What happened to Alaska Air Group’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Alaska Air Group reported an EPS of -$1.68 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -$1.65. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.8%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Alaska Air Group?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ALK
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Alaska Air Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$59.45 (30.95% Upside)
$59.45 (30.95% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
ALK Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 1.8M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 2.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 86%
Bearish news 14%
Bearish news 14%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
0.41%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.85%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.42%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Alaska Air Group
Alaska Air Group, Inc. operates via its subsidiaries, providing comprehensive air transportation solutions for both passengers and freight. Its business is organized into three principal segments: Mainline, Regional, and Horizon. The airline extends its services to approximately 120 destinations throughout North America. Originally established in Seattle, Washington, in 1932, the company maintains its corporate base in that city.
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ALK Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a balanced picture: strong strategic and operational progress (revenue growth, loyalty acceleration, premium upgrades, international profitability, PSS cutover, and a favorable Bank of America co‑brand deal) contrasted with significant near‑term financial pressure driven primarily by a large and volatile fuel spike, Q1 losses, rising unit costs, and localized demand shocks in Hawaii and Puerto Vallarta. Management emphasized long‑term conviction in their Alaska Accelerate strategy and durable revenue mix improvements while pausing full‑year guidance until fuel and macro volatility stabilize.View all ALK earnings summariesALK Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$59.45
▲(30.95% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.67% Insiders
29.06% Mutual Funds
<0.01% Other Institutional Investors
44.64% Public Companies and Individual Investors