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United Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL)

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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/03/2025: UAL (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $123.2
1 Year Target Price $123.2
| 16 | Strong Buy | 
| 6 | Buy | 
| 2 | Hold | 
| 0 | Sell | 
| 1 | Strong Sell | 
Analysis of Past Performance
 Type  Stock  |  Historic Profit  82.05%  |  Avg. Invested days  45  |  Today’s Advisory  PASS   | 
 Upturn Star Rating  ![]()  |  Upturn Advisory Performance   |  Stock Returns Performance   | 
Key Highlights
 Company Size  Large-Cap Stock   |  Market Capitalization  31.11B  USD   |  Price to earnings Ratio  9.63   |  1Y Target Price  123.2   | 
 Price to earnings Ratio  9.63   |  1Y Target Price  123.2   | ||
 Volume (30-day avg)  25   |  Beta  1.46   |  52 Weeks Range  52.00 - 116.00   |  Updated Date  11/3/2025   | 
 52 Weeks Range  52.00 - 116.00   |  Updated Date  11/3/2025   | ||
 Dividends yield (FY)  -   |  Basic EPS (TTM)  9.98   | 
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
 Report Date  2025-10-15   |  When  After Market   |  Estimate  2.68   |  Actual  2.78   | 
Profitability
 Profit Margin  5.64%   |  Operating Margin (TTM)  8.88%   | 
Management Effectiveness
 Return on Assets (TTM)  4.44%   |  Return on Equity (TTM)  25.59%   | 
Valuation
 Trailing PE  9.63   |  Forward PE  7.09   |  Enterprise Value  47869514474   |  Price to Sales(TTM)  0.53   | 
 Enterprise Value  47869514474   |  Price to Sales(TTM)  0.53   | ||
 Enterprise Value to Revenue  0.83   |  Enterprise Value to EBITDA  8.58   |  Shares Outstanding  323737989   |  Shares Floating  320970029   | 
 Shares Outstanding  323737989   |  Shares Floating  320970029   | ||
 Percent Insiders  0.56   |  Percent Institutions  87.33   | 
 Upturn AI SWOT 
United Airlines Holdings Inc

Company Overview
 History and Background 
United Airlines was founded in 1926 as Varney Air Lines. Through a series of mergers and acquisitions, it evolved into United Airlines Holdings Inc., becoming one of the world's largest airlines.
 Core Business Areas 
- Passenger Transportation: The core business, providing scheduled air transportation for passengers globally.
 - Cargo Transportation: Transporting cargo and mail across its route network.
 - Ancillary Services: Offering services like baggage fees, premium seat upgrades, and loyalty programs.
 
 Leadership and Structure 
Scott Kirby is the Chief Executive Officer. The organizational structure includes various departments such as operations, finance, marketing, and technology, reporting to the CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
 Key Offerings 
- Domestic Flights: Flights within the United States. Competitors: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines. Market share varies by route.
 - International Flights: Flights to destinations outside the United States. Competitors: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa. Market share varies by region.
 - MileagePlus Loyalty Program: A loyalty program offering rewards to frequent flyers. Competitors: AAdvantage (American Airlines), SkyMiles (Delta Air Lines). The number of users varies based on flight frequency.
 
Market Dynamics
 Industry Overview 
The airline industry is highly competitive and cyclical, influenced by factors like fuel prices, economic conditions, and geopolitical events. It is also affected by regulatory changes and technological advancements.
Positioning
United is a major global airline with a strong presence in both domestic and international markets. It focuses on hub-and-spoke model, targeting business and leisure travelers. Has a strong network and operates modern aircrafts.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global airline market is estimated to be worth several hundred billion USD annually. United captures a significant portion, positioned as a major player globally.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive route network
 - Strong brand recognition
 - Modern fleet
 - Loyalty program (MileagePlus)
 - Strategic alliances
 
Weaknesses
- High operating costs
 - Dependence on fuel prices
 - Labor relations
 - Service recovery during disruptions
 
Opportunities
- Expanding international routes
 - Increasing ancillary revenue
 - Adopting new technologies
 - Strategic partnerships
 
Threats
- Economic downturns
 - Competition from low-cost carriers
 - Fluctuations in fuel prices
 - Geopolitical instability
 - Pandemics and health crises
 
Competitors and Market Share
 Key Competitors 
- DAL
 - AAL
 - LUV
 
Competitive Landscape
United faces competition from legacy carriers like American and Delta, as well as low-cost carriers like Southwest. It competes on price, service quality, and route network.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been influenced by expansion of routes, increased passenger traffic, and efficient operations.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary based on market conditions and company performance. Focus on expanding international routes.
Recent Initiatives: Fleet modernization, investment in customer experience, and expansion of international routes.
Summary
United Airlines is a major player in the airline industry with a strong brand and route network. High operating costs and fuel price sensitivity pose challenges. Strategic initiatives, particularly on international routes and customer experience improvement, may enable future growth if geopolitical issues do not play too big a part.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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 - Industry Reports
 
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a financial advisor.
 AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate. 
 Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current. 
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About United Airlines Holdings Inc
 Exchange  NASDAQ   |  Headquaters  Chicago, IL, United States   | ||
 IPO Launch date  2006-02-06   |  CEO & Director  Mr. J. Scott Kirby   | ||
 Sector  Industrials   |  Industry  Airlines   |  Full time employees  111900   |  Website  https://www.united.com   | 
 Full time employees  111900   |  Website  https://www.united.com   | ||
United Airlines Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides air transportation services in the United States, Canada, Atlantic, the Pacific, and Latin America. The company transports people and cargo through its mainline and regional fleets. It also offers ground handling, flight academy, frequent flyer award non-travel redemptions, and maintenance services for third parties. The company was formerly known as United Continental Holdings, Inc. and changed its name to United Airlines Holdings, Inc. in June 2019. United Airlines Holdings, Inc. was incorporated in 1968 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

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