Citigroup Cuts United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) Price Target to $132.00

United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) had its price objective decreased by stock analysts at Citigroup from $155.00 to $132.00 in a research note issued on Friday,Benzinga reports. The brokerage presently has a “buy” rating on the transportation company’s stock. Citigroup’s target price indicates a potential upside of 46.84% from the stock’s previous close.

Several other brokerages have also issued reports on UAL. TD Cowen upgraded shares of United Airlines from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday. Bank of America lifted their price objective on shares of United Airlines from $120.00 to $130.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, January 6th. 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, January 9th. Sanford C. Bernstein restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $136.00 price objective on shares of United Airlines in a report on Tuesday, January 27th. Finally, BMO Capital Markets reiterated an “outperform” rating and issued a $132.50 target price on shares of United Airlines in a research report on Thursday, January 22nd. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fifteen have assigned a Buy rating and two have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $131.14.

United Airlines Stock Down 4.5%

Shares of UAL traded down $4.26 during trading hours on Friday, reaching $89.89. 5,290,748 shares of the stock traded hands, compared to its average volume of 6,628,238. United Airlines has a 52 week low of $52.00 and a 52 week high of $119.21. The company has a market cap of $29.07 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 8.80, a PEG ratio of 0.48 and a beta of 1.25. The stock has a fifty day simple moving average of $106.16 and a 200 day simple moving average of $103.99. The company has a current ratio of 0.65, a quick ratio of 0.59 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.35.

United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, January 20th. The transportation company reported $3.10 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.97 by $0.13. United Airlines had a net margin of 5.68% and a return on equity of 25.13%. The firm had revenue of $15.40 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $15.35 billion. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $3.26 EPS. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 4.8% on a year-over-year basis. 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. On average, equities analysts forecast that United Airlines will post 12.96 EPS for the current year.

Insiders Place Their Bets

In other news, President Brett J. Hart sold 19,000 shares of the firm’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 completion of the transaction, the president owned 264,638 shares in the company, valued at $28,170,715.10. This trade represents a 6.70% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Insiders own 0.71% of the company’s stock.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On United Airlines

A number of institutional investors and hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the business. Legacy Wealth Managment LLC ID purchased a new position in United Airlines during the fourth quarter valued at $25,000. Financial Consulate Inc. bought a new stake in United Airlines in the 3rd quarter valued at $29,000. JPL Wealth Management LLC bought a new position in United Airlines during the third quarter valued at approximately $29,000. Abich Financial Wealth Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of United Airlines in the 3rd quarter worth $34,000. Finally, BOCHK Asset Management Ltd bought a new stake in United Airlines during the fourth quarter worth approximately $34,000. Institutional investors own 69.69% of the company’s stock.

Key Stories Impacting United Airlines

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

• Positive Sentiment: UBS notes airlines—including United—are sustaining aggressive fare increases, which boosts booked yields and helps offset rising fuel costs; pricing power is a direct support for margins and near‑term revenue. Airline stocks hinge on pricing power as carriers push through fare hikes, UBS says
• Positive Sentiment: United has opened ticket sales for its upgraded Boeing 787‑9 “United Elevated” interior with new Polaris Studio suites—an initiative aimed at extracting higher premium yields on international long‑haul routes. This product push supports long‑haul revenue per seat and premium mix. Tickets on Sale Today for United’s First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with Elevated Interior Flights
• Positive Sentiment: TD Cowen upgraded United from “hold” to “strong‑buy,” which can support investor sentiment and buying interest following the upgrade. Zacks.com
• Positive Sentiment: A retreat in Brent crude earlier this week briefly improved sentiment across travel names, showing the stock is sensitive to short‑term oil moves and can get a lift if fuel volatility eases. Airline and hospitality stocks lift FTSE 100 as oil price retreats
• Neutral Sentiment: On March 19 UAL recorded a modest intraday gain as markets dipped, reflecting day‑to‑day volatility rather than a durable directional change. United Airlines (UAL) Rises As Market Takes a Dip: Key Facts
• Negative Sentiment: Benzinga highlights the main near‑term headwinds: surging oil prices, rising Treasury yields and stagflation fears. Higher crude raises jet‑fuel expenses and rising yields increase financing costs and can compress airline multiples—these macro forces are pressuring United shares today. What’s Weighing On United Airlines Stock Friday?

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.