Brevan Howard Capital Management LP Has $3.57 Million Stock Position in United Airlines Holdings Inc $UAL

Brevan Howard Capital Management LP reduced its holdings in United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL) by 17.0% during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 37,038 shares of the transportation company’s stock after selling 7,594 shares during the period. Brevan Howard Capital Management LP’s holdings in United Airlines were worth $3,574,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.

A number of other large investors also recently modified their holdings of the business. Financial Consulate Inc. bought a new position in United Airlines during the third quarter worth $29,000. Abich Financial Wealth Management LLC acquired a new position in United Airlines during the 3rd quarter valued at $34,000. Quent Capital LLC bought a new stake in United Airlines in the 3rd quarter valued at $40,000. Cypress Capital Management LLC WY bought a new stake in United Airlines in the 3rd quarter valued at $48,000. Finally, Hemington Wealth Management grew its position in United Airlines by 36.9% in the 3rd quarter. Hemington Wealth Management now owns 557 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $53,000 after purchasing an additional 150 shares during the last quarter. 69.69% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

United Airlines Trading Up 4.2%

Shares of UAL stock opened at $90.28 on Tuesday. The company has a market capitalization of $29.20 billion, a P/E ratio of 8.83, a P/E/G ratio of 0.44 and a beta of 1.25. United Airlines Holdings Inc has a 12-month low of $52.00 and a 12-month high of $119.21. The company has a quick ratio of 0.59, a current ratio of 0.65 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.35. The firm has a 50-day moving average price of $107.56 and a 200 day moving average price of $104.22.

United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, January 20th. The transportation company reported $3.10 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.97 by $0.13. The firm had revenue of $15.40 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $15.35 billion. United Airlines had a net margin of 5.68% and a return on equity of 25.13%. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 4.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned $3.26 earnings per share. United Airlines has set its Q1 2026 guidance at 1.000-1.500 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 12.000-14.000 EPS. Research analysts forecast that United Airlines Holdings Inc will post 12.96 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

Several research firms have recently issued reports on UAL. Citigroup restated a “buy” rating on shares of United Airlines in a report on Tuesday, February 3rd. Jefferies Financial Group reduced their target price on shares of United Airlines from $148.00 to $125.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, March 12th. TD Cowen downgraded United Airlines from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Tuesday, March 10th. Rothschild & Co Redburn lowered their price target on United Airlines from $125.00 to $110.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, March 5th. Finally, UBS Group cut their price target on United Airlines from $147.00 to $134.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Monday. Fifteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and three have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, United Airlines presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $132.31.

Key Stories Impacting United Airlines

Here are the key news stories impacting United Airlines this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Q4 performance and guidance remain supportive — United’s recent quarterly results showed an EPS beat and management set FY‑2026 guidance (12.0–14.0 EPS) and Q1 guidance, which investors view as confirming durable earnings power. Unpacking Q4 earnings: United Airlines
• Positive Sentiment: Hub economics likely to improve — planned renovations at Washington Dulles are expected to strengthen United’s hub profitability and long‑term network advantages, a structural tailwind for margins. United Airlines Long-Term Hub Economics Improves InsiderMonkey: UAL hub economics
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst support persists — Bernstein reiterated a Buy on UAL, reinforcing investor confidence despite recent volatility. Bernstein reiterates buy rating on United Airlines
• Neutral Sentiment: UBS cut its price target (from $147 to $134) but kept a Buy — a downgrade in target trims upside but the maintained Buy reduces panic selling risk. Benzinga: UBS lowers price target on UAL
• Neutral Sentiment: Wells Fargo trimmed its target (from $145 to $130) but remains Overweight — similar to UBS, the cut signals caution on near‑term estimates while still signaling conviction in recovery. Benzinga: Wells Fargo lowers price target on UAL
• Neutral Sentiment: Long‑term tech/airframe bets remain uncertain — commentary on Boom/Ouverture highlights industry skepticism; it’s a speculative, long‑horizon factor that doesn’t drive near‑term revenue. Forbes: United CEO sets Boom Overture odds
• Negative Sentiment: Sector pressure from rising jet fuel — UBS and others cut earnings estimates for airlines as jet fuel costs spike, creating downside risk to near‑term margins and prompting target trims across the group. US airline stocks near potential bottom as UBS cuts estimates on rising fuel costs Airlines target cut on fuel costs

Insider Activity at United Airlines

In other news, President Brett J. Hart sold 19,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, February 2nd. The stock was sold at an average price of $106.45, for a total value of $2,022,550.00. Following the transaction, the president directly owned 264,638 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $28,170,715.10. The trade was a 6.70% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. 0.63% of the stock is owned by insiders.

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.