United Airlines (UAL) Expected to Announce Earnings on Tuesday

United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) is projected to post its Q1 2026 results after the market closes on Tuesday, April 21st. Analysts expect United Airlines to post earnings of $1.15 per share and revenue of $14.1883 billion for the quarter. 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. Individuals can check the company’s upcoming Q1 2026 earning summary page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30 AM ET.

United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, January 20th. The transportation company reported $3.10 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.97 by $0.13. United Airlines had a return on equity of 25.13% and a net margin of 5.68%.The business had revenue of $15.40 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $15.35 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company earned $3.26 EPS. The firm’s revenue was up 4.8% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts expect United Airlines to post $13 EPS for the current fiscal year and $15 EPS for the next fiscal year.

United Airlines Stock Down 1.2%

Shares of NASDAQ UAL opened at $95.20 on Tuesday. United Airlines has a 52 week low of $63.23 and a 52 week high of $119.21. The business has a 50-day simple moving average of $100.27 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $102.45. 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 company has a market cap of $30.91 billion, a P/E ratio of 9.32, a P/E/G ratio of 0.74 and a beta of 1.28.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Several research analysts have commented on the company. Weiss Ratings restated a “hold (c+)” rating on shares of United Airlines in a research note on Wednesday, January 21st. BMO Capital Markets restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $132.50 target price on shares of United Airlines in a research note on Thursday, January 22nd. Susquehanna raised their target price on United Airlines from $117.00 to $150.00 and gave the stock a “positive” rating in a research note on Friday, January 9th. Wall Street Zen downgraded United Airlines from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday, March 14th. Finally, Morgan Stanley set a $150.00 target price on United Airlines and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, January 8th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fifteen have issued a Buy rating and one has issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Buy” and an average price target of $131.19.

Insider Buying and Selling at United Airlines

In related news, President Brett J. Hart sold 19,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, February 2nd. The stock was sold at an average price of $106.45, for a total transaction of $2,022,550.00. Following the transaction, the president directly owned 264,638 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $28,170,715.10. This trade represents a 6.70% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this link. Corporate insiders own 0.63% of the company’s stock.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On United Airlines

A number of large investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. Compound Planning Inc. raised its holdings in shares of United Airlines by 9.8% during the 4th quarter. Compound Planning Inc. now owns 4,905 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $548,000 after buying an additional 437 shares in the last quarter. Corient Private Wealth LLC raised its holdings in shares of United Airlines by 109.7% during the 4th quarter. Corient Private Wealth LLC now owns 193,974 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $21,690,000 after buying an additional 101,487 shares in the last quarter. Virtue Capital Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of United Airlines during the 4th quarter valued at about $201,000. Owlhouse Capital LP purchased a new position in shares of United Airlines during the 4th quarter valued at about $5,166,000. Finally, First Citizens Bank & Trust Co. raised its holdings in shares of United Airlines by 2.2% during the 4th quarter. First Citizens Bank & Trust Co. now owns 104,142 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $11,645,000 after buying an additional 2,277 shares in the last quarter. 69.69% of the stock is 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.