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United Airlines rated 'Buy' despite earnings pressure from fuel costs; Q3 revenue up 17.6%.

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16 Oct 2026
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United Airlines rated 'Buy' despite earnings pressure from fuel costs; Q3 revenue up 17.6%.

United Airlines is rated a 'Buy' due to strong revenue growth, with Q3 revenue expected to rise 17.6% year-on-year. However, earnings per share are pressured, declining 6.9% because rising fuel costs and inflation outpace fare increases. The airline has responded by reducing capacity and boosting liquidity, ending Q2 with $19.6 billion available. Premium and loyalty revenues also grew significantly, though high interest rates and ongoing cost risks limit valuation upside, leading to a $138.18 price target based on a 5x EV/EBITDA multiple.

United Airlines shares are trading at USD 101.28 on Pluang, showing a slight 0.03% decrease as of Oct 16, 2026 19:11 WIB. The stock's market cap stands at $32.88 billion, with a balanced order activity of 53% buy and 47% sell among Pluang users.

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