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US CEOs fired more quickly over low stock prices this year, report says

U.S. companies are increasingly replacing underperforming CEOs with 42% of changes linked to poor stock performance, with traditional hiring practices favoring insiders and reflecting slow diversity progress.

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Southwest names aviation veteran Gangwal as board chairperson

Southwest Airlines appointed Rakesh Gangwal as independent chair after settling with Elliott. The deal added five Elliott nominees, resulting in Gary Kelly's expedited retirement.

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Analysis-US airlines see stronger profits as airfare war ends

U.S. airlines are regaining strength with reduced capacity, rising airfares, and improved profitability forecasts, reversing summer trends of discounted fares and sluggish earnings.

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Southwest Airlines must face pilots' union lawsuit over threats

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court rules Southwest Airlines must face a lawsuit regarding alleged anti-union intimidation against pilots in the union, allowing the case to proceed.

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Earnings call: Southwest Airlines outlines strategic growth amid challenges

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Union's rejection of Boeing offer threatens jobs at aerospace suppliers

Boeing's strike threatens operations of suppliers like Independent Forge. Prolonged disruptions may lead to layoffs, affecting the aerospace supply chain and plane production recovery.

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Tesla, UPS, Hasbro and Southwest rise premarket; Boeing and IBM fall

US stock futures rise; key movers include Tesla, Boeing, Southwest Airlines, UPS, and IBM amid various earnings reports and contract negotiations.

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Southwest sees strong holiday bookings amid "healthy" travel demand

Southwest Airlines reports improved travel demand and financial forecasts, while facing challenges from Boeing delays and pressure from activist investors, potentially settling to avoid a proxy battle.

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Southwest Airlines, Elliott nearing deal to avoid proxy battle - Bloomberg News

Southwest Airlines and Elliott Investment Management are negotiating a potential settlement to avoid a proxy fight, while the airline struggles with profitability and operational challenges post-pandemic.

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Southwest Airlines reaches an agreement with activist investor Elliott

Southwest Airlines reached a deal with Elliott, preserving CEO Bob Jordan's role while adding directors, reporting a surprise Q3 profit amid industry challenges.