Southwest Airlines shares rise 1.09% after-hours following new policy announcement for plus-size travelers.

Southwest Airlines Co. rose 1.09% in after-hours trading, with the company announcing a new policy that will require plus-size travelers who can’t fit within the armrests of their seat to pay for an extra one in advance. This policy change, effective from January 27, 2024, is part of a series of recent adjustments made by the carrier.