Dynamic Technology Lab Private Ltd reduced its position in United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL – Free Report) by 26.0% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 17,322 shares of the transportation company’s stock after selling 6,072 shares during the quarter. Dynamic Technology Lab Private Ltd’s holdings in United Airlines were worth $1,672,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Financial Consulate Inc. purchased a new position in shares of United Airlines in the third quarter worth about $29,000. Abich Financial Wealth Management LLC purchased a new stake in United Airlines during the 3rd quarter valued at about $34,000. Quent Capital LLC acquired a new stake in United Airlines in the 3rd quarter valued at about $40,000. Cypress Capital Management LLC WY acquired a new stake in United Airlines in the 3rd quarter valued at about $48,000. Finally, Hemington Wealth Management lifted its stake 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 in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 69.69% of the company’s stock.
United Airlines Stock Down 3.5%
UAL stock opened at $92.07 on Friday. United Airlines Holdings Inc has a one year low of $52.00 and a one year high of $119.21. The firm has a market cap of $29.78 billion, a PE ratio of 9.01, a PEG ratio of 0.49 and a beta of 1.25. The firm’s 50 day moving average price is $110.26 and its 200-day moving average price is $104.72. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.35, a quick ratio of 0.59 and a current ratio of 0.65.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
Several research analysts have recently weighed in on UAL shares. Wall Street Zen upgraded United Airlines from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Saturday, February 14th. Citigroup reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of United Airlines in a research report on Tuesday, February 3rd. Jefferies Financial Group reissued a “buy” rating and set a $148.00 price objective on shares of United Airlines in a research note on Thursday, February 19th. Wells Fargo & Company started coverage on United Airlines in a report on Thursday, December 18th. They issued an “overweight” rating and a $145.00 target price for the company. Finally, TD Cowen raised their target price on United Airlines from $138.00 to $140.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, January 22nd. Sixteen investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and two have given a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $135.81.
Read Our Latest Stock Report on UAL
Key Headlines Impacting United Airlines
Here are the key news stories impacting United Airlines this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Analyst/long‑term bull case: a Seeking Alpha piece highlights UAL’s stronger fundamentals, geographic diversification, capacity growth under the United Next strategy and attractive forward P/E — a reminder investors who focus on longer‑term value see opportunity. United Airlines: Rare Quality At A Peer-Group Discount
- Neutral Sentiment: Investor access: United will present at the J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference (Mar 17), giving analysts and investors another forum for management to update guidance and strategy. United Airlines to Present at the J.P. Morgan 2026 Industrials Conference
- Negative Sentiment: Management warning: CEO Scott Kirby said the recent spike in jet‑fuel prices will have a “meaningful” impact on first‑quarter results — a direct earnings risk that investors are repricing. United Airlines CEO: Fuel spike will hit results, but travel demand hasn’t taken ‘even a tiny step back’
- Negative Sentiment: Fuel price shock: multiple reports note U.S. jet fuel prices jumped sharply after Iran‑related strikes and Strait of Hormuz disruptions (OPIS data cited), raising unit costs materially and pressuring margins. United Airlines sees hit to results on fuel cost spike from Iran conflict
- Negative Sentiment: Market reaction / volatility: coverage shows the stock plunged intraday amid the fuel concerns and headlines, and Forbes flags a five‑day slide that erased billions of market value — amplifying short‑term selling pressure. What’s Happening With United Airlines Stock?
- Negative Sentiment: Analyst adjustment: Rothschild & Co Redburn trimmed its price target (from $125 to $110) while keeping a buy rating — a modest downgrade that can reduce near‑term upside perception even if the long view remains constructive. Benzinga
Insider Buying and Selling at United Airlines
In other news, President Brett J. Hart sold 19,000 shares of the stock in a transaction on 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 completion of the transaction, the president directly owned 264,638 shares in the company, valued at approximately $28,170,715.10. This represents a 6.70% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Corporate insiders own 0.71% of the company’s stock.
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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