Alaska Air Group (ALK)
NYSE:ALK
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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)3.36M
Market Cap
$5.27B
Enterprise Value$11.34B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.77B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$6.67B
Price to Earnings (P/E)74.1
Beta1.08
Next Earnings
Jul 16, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.9Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.57
Shares Outstanding111,428,980
10 Day Avg. Volume3,468,686
30 Day Avg. Volume3,357,462
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.80
Price to Book (P/B)1.41
Price to Sales (P/S)0.41
P/FCF Ratio-17.14
Enterprise Value/Market Cap2.15
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.79
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit1.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.17
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$53.56Price Target Upside17.96% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering10
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.74
Revenue Forecast (FY)$15.79B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Loyalty & Co‑brand Funding StrengthA strengthened multiyear co‑brand deal and rising cash remuneration create a durable, high‑margin cash stream tied to Atmos Rewards. That predictable loyalty monetization supports liquidity, margin expansion and lowers reliance on volatile ticket revenue over the medium term.
International Network Expansion And Early ProfitabilityRapid path to profitability on long‑haul launches shows successful network economics and demand for premium inventory. Diversifying into intercontinental routes increases revenue mix, raises yields and reduces exposure to domestic seasonal pockets over multiple quarters.
Operational Reliability And Guest Experience UpgradesConsistently top on‑time metrics and improved guest experience (Starlink, NPS) strengthen brand loyalty and unit revenue resilience. Superior operations reduce irregularity costs and support premium upsell, aiding durable competitive positioning in core West Coast and international markets.
Bears Say
Elevated Leverage And Shrinking Equity CushionMaterial debt growth and lower equity reduce balance‑sheet flexibility and increase interest and refinancing risk. Higher leverage constrains the company's ability to absorb shocks, fund fleet investment or opportunistic growth without pressuring liquidity or requiring more secured financing.
Inconsistent Free Cash Flow GenerationVolatile conversion from operating cash to free cash flow reflects capital intensity and timing effects, limiting discretionary capital for debt reduction or investment. Irregular FCF forces reliance on external funding and loyalty‑backed borrowing, increasing financial fragility over several quarters.
Fuel Cost Volatility With Large Earnings ImpactSharp and unpredictable fuel swings materially compress margins and make planning difficult. Persistent fuel-driven losses can erode earnings power, force capacity or pricing shifts, and amplify cash needs, stressing operations and capital plans across the next several quarters.
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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 $5.27B.
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 32 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 -0.9.
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:
$53.56 (17.96% Upside)
$53.56 (17.96% 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
Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.5%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.9%
Last 30 Days ▲ 1.9%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 59%
Bearish news 43%
Bearish news 43%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-4.67%
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
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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
$53.56
▲(17.96% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.67% Insiders
29.48% Mutual Funds
22.98% Other Institutional Investors
21.20% Public Companies and Individual Investors