Analysts’ Recent Ratings Updates for United Airlines (UAL)

by · The Markets Daily

United Airlines (NASDAQ: UAL) recently received a number of ratings updates from brokerages and research firms:

  • 6/25/2026 – United Airlines had its price target raised by Barclays PLC from $150.00 to $175.00. They now have an “overweight” rating on the stock.
  • 6/23/2026 – United Airlines had its price target raised by UBS Group AG from $148.00 to $153.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
  • 6/22/2026 – United Airlines had its price target raised by Citigroup Inc. from $132.00 to $171.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
  • 6/22/2026 – United Airlines had its price target raised by Bank of America Corporation from $140.00 to $145.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
  • 6/11/2026 – United Airlines was upgraded by Zacks Research from “strong sell” to “hold”.
  • 6/1/2026 – United Airlines had its price target raised by Morgan Stanley from $150.00 to $182.00. They now have an “overweight” rating on the stock.
  • 5/26/2026 – United Airlines had its price target raised by UBS Group AG from $139.00 to $148.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
  • 5/13/2026 – United Airlines was downgraded by Zacks Research from “hold” to “strong sell”.

Insiders Place Their Bets

In other news, EVP Kate Gebo sold 5,331 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, May 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $105.51, for a total value of $562,473.81. Following the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 60,393 shares in the company, valued at approximately $6,372,065.43. This represents a 8.11% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, EVP Andrew P. Nocella sold 7,000 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, May 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $90.19, for a total transaction of $631,330.00. Following the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 215,345 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $19,421,965.55. The trade was a 3.15% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Insiders sold a total of 96,381 shares of company stock valued at $10,837,575 over the last quarter. 0.86% of the stock is owned by insiders.

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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