Shares of United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL – Get Free Report) have been assigned an average recommendation of “Moderate Buy” from the eighteen ratings firms that are presently covering the firm, MarketBeat Ratings reports. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and sixteen have given a buy recommendation to the company. The average 1 year target price among brokers that have covered the stock in the last year is $156.7941.
UAL has been the topic of a number of research reports. The Goldman Sachs Group raised their target price on shares of United Airlines from $131.00 to $162.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, July 2nd. JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased their price objective on United Airlines from $156.00 to $203.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Friday, July 17th. BMO Capital Markets raised their price objective on United Airlines from $130.00 to $157.50 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a report on Thursday, July 2nd. Barclays lifted their target price on United Airlines from $150.00 to $175.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 25th. Finally, UBS Group upped their target price on United Airlines from $148.00 to $153.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, June 23rd.
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United Airlines Stock Up 1.9%
United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 15th. The transportation company reported $1.99 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.88 by $0.11. United Airlines had a net margin of 5.56% and a return on equity of 19.05%. The company had revenue of $17.67 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $17.62 billion. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $3.87 EPS. The firm’s revenue was up 16.4% compared to the same quarter last year. United Airlines has set its FY 2026 guidance at 9.000-11.000 EPS. Equities research analysts expect that United Airlines will post 10.48 earnings per share for the current year.
Insider Activity at United Airlines
In related news, EVP Kate Gebo sold 5,331 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, May 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $105.51, for a total value of $562,473.81. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 60,393 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $6,372,065.43. This represents a 8.11% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. Also, EVP Andrew P. Nocella sold 7,000 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $90.19, for a total transaction of $631,330.00. Following the transaction, the executive vice president owned 215,345 shares in the company, valued at approximately $19,421,965.55. The trade was a 3.15% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Insiders sold 96,381 shares of company stock worth $10,837,575 over the last three months. 0.86% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On United Airlines
A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of UAL. Legacy Wealth Managment LLC ID bought a new position in United Airlines in the fourth quarter worth approximately $25,000. Western Wealth Management LLC purchased a new stake in United Airlines during the first quarter worth $27,000. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC boosted its position in United Airlines by 393.0% during the 2nd quarter. Elevation Wealth Partners LLC now owns 212 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $29,000 after acquiring an additional 169 shares in the last quarter. JPL Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in United Airlines during the 3rd quarter valued at $29,000. Finally, Cache Advisors LLC purchased a new position in shares of United Airlines in the 1st quarter valued at $33,000. 69.69% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
United Airlines Company Profile
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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