United Airlines (UAL) Expected to Announce Quarterly Earnings on Tuesday

United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) is expected to issue its Q4 2025 results after the market closes on Tuesday, January 20th. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of $2.97 per share and revenue of $15.3504 billion for the quarter. United Airlines has set its Q4 2025 guidance at 3.000-3.500 EPS. Investors are encouraged to explore the company’s upcoming Q4 2025 earning overview page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:30 AM ET.

United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, October 15th. The transportation company reported $2.78 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.65 by $0.13. United Airlines had a net margin of 5.64% and a return on equity of 26.94%. The firm had revenue of $15.23 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $15.31 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned $3.33 EPS. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 2.6% 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 Performance

NASDAQ UAL opened at $115.29 on Tuesday. United Airlines has a 52-week low of $52.00 and a 52-week high of $119.21. The company has a fifty day moving average of $105.25 and a 200-day moving average of $99.34. The company has a market capitalization of $37.32 billion, a P/E ratio of 11.55, a P/E/G ratio of 0.82 and a beta of 1.31. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45, a quick ratio of 0.61 and a current ratio of 0.67.

Insiders Place Their Bets

In other news, CEO J Scott Kirby sold 120,000 shares of United Airlines stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 3rd. The stock was sold at an average price of $107.86, for a total value of $12,943,200.00. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 666,535 shares in the company, valued at approximately $71,892,465.10. This trade represents a 15.26% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Company insiders own 0.63% of the company’s stock.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On United Airlines

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. AXA S.A. increased its holdings in United Airlines by 0.8% during the second quarter. AXA S.A. now owns 15,465 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $1,231,000 after buying an additional 121 shares during the last quarter. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC increased its stake in shares of United Airlines by 1.6% in the 3rd quarter. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC now owns 11,404 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $1,100,000 after purchasing an additional 177 shares in the last quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC increased its stake in shares of United Airlines by 13.3% in the 3rd quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 1,581 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $153,000 after purchasing an additional 185 shares in the last quarter. GeoWealth Management LLC raised its holdings in United Airlines by 11.1% in the 3rd quarter. GeoWealth Management LLC now owns 2,071 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $200,000 after purchasing an additional 207 shares during the period. Finally, Sunbelt Securities Inc. lifted its position in United Airlines by 12.8% during the third quarter. Sunbelt Securities Inc. now owns 1,899 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $183,000 after purchasing an additional 216 shares in the last quarter. 69.69% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several equities research analysts have issued reports on UAL shares. Evercore ISI lifted their price target on United Airlines from $105.00 to $135.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research note on Monday, September 29th. Bank of America raised their price objective on United Airlines from $120.00 to $130.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, January 6th. Loop Capital set a $110.00 target price on United Airlines in a research report on Tuesday, October 21st. Susquehanna increased their price target on shares of United Airlines from $117.00 to $150.00 and gave the company a “positive” rating in a research report on Friday. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group lifted their price target on shares of United Airlines from $115.00 to $125.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, October 1st. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirteen have given a Buy rating and two have issued a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $135.33.

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.