United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL – Get Free Report) was downgraded by analysts at Zacks Research from a “hold” rating to a “strong sell” rating in a research note issued on Wednesday,Zacks.com reports.
Several other equities research analysts have also weighed in on the company. Jefferies Financial Group decreased their price objective on United Airlines from $118.00 to $112.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Monday, April 27th. The Goldman Sachs Group lifted their price objective on United Airlines from $115.00 to $129.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, January 13th. Susquehanna set a $135.00 target price on United Airlines in a research note on Thursday, April 23rd. Argus cut their target price on United Airlines from $140.00 to $135.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, January 22nd. Finally, UBS Group restated a “buy” rating and issued a $139.00 target price on shares of United Airlines in a research note on Friday, April 24th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fifteen have issued a Buy rating, one has assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $132.18.
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United Airlines Trading Up 0.3%
United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, April 21st. The transportation company reported $1.19 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.08 by $0.11. United Airlines had a return on equity of 24.33% and a net margin of 6.06%.The company had revenue of $14.61 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $14.19 billion. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $0.91 EPS. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 10.5% on a year-over-year basis. United Airlines has set its FY 2026 guidance at 7.000-11.000 EPS and its Q2 2026 guidance at 1.000-2.000 EPS. As a group, research analysts forecast that United Airlines will post 9.43 EPS for the current year.
Insider Buying and Selling
In related news, EVP Andrew P. Nocella sold 7,000 shares of United Airlines stock in a transaction on Friday, May 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $90.19, for a total transaction of $631,330.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president owned 215,345 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $19,421,965.55. This trade represents a 3.15% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. 0.86% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On United Airlines
Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Norges Bank bought a new stake in shares of United Airlines during the 4th quarter valued at about $234,244,000. Holocene Advisors LP bought a new stake in shares of United Airlines during the 2nd quarter valued at about $84,753,000. AQR Capital Management LLC boosted its position in shares of United Airlines by 56.8% during the 4th quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC now owns 2,928,657 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $325,549,000 after acquiring an additional 1,060,371 shares during the last quarter. Capital World Investors boosted its position in shares of United Airlines by 12.1% during the 3rd quarter. Capital World Investors now owns 7,243,066 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $698,977,000 after acquiring an additional 783,551 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Nuveen LLC boosted its position in shares of United Airlines by 90.5% during the 4th quarter. Nuveen LLC now owns 1,528,242 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $170,888,000 after acquiring an additional 726,022 shares during the last quarter. 69.69% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
About United Airlines
United Airlines Holdings, Inc operates United Airlines, a major U.S. full-service passenger carrier providing scheduled air transportation for passengers and cargo. The company offers a comprehensive route network that covers domestic markets across the United States as well as extensive international service to Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the Pacific. United operates a mixed fleet of narrow- and wide-body aircraft on point-to-point and hub-and-spoke routes, and supports corporate and leisure travel through offerings such as premium cabins, basic economy, and ancillary services including baggage, seat selection and in-flight amenities.
In addition to passenger operations, United provides cargo services through United Cargo, handling freight, mail and specialized shipments.
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