Watchlist
Dow 24,786.63 213.59 0.87%
S&P 500 2,706.39 28.55 1.07%
Nasdaq 7,281.10 124.82 1.74%
GlobalDow 3,085.43 17.33 0.56%
Gold 1,350.50 -0.20 -0.01%
Oil 66.67 0.45 0.68%
UALUSAfter HoursBack To Top
Last Updated: Apr 17, 2018 5:59 p.m. EDT Delayed quote

$ 69.20

1.86 2.76%
After Hours Volume: 213.4K
Close Chg Chg %
$67.34 0.03 0.04% 0.03 0.04%
Advanced Charting
  • $
  • %
  • Vol
Advanced Charting
98.39% vs Avg.
Volume: 4.5M 65 Day Avg. - 4.6M
Open: 67.74
Close: 67.34
66.75 Day Low/High 68.24
Day Range
56.51 52 Week Low/High 83.04

Your Watchlist

Customize MarketWatch

Have Watchlists? Log in to see them here or sign up to get started.

Symbol
Company
Price
Chg/Chg %
No Items in Watchlist

There are currently no items in this Watchlist.

No Saved Watchlists

Create a list of the investments you want to track.

Uh oh

Something went wrong while loading Watchlist.

Recently Viewed Tickers

No Recent Tickers

Visit a quote page and your recently viewed tickers will be displayed here.

Key Data

  • Open $67.74
  • Day Range 66.75 - 68.24
  • 52 Week Range 56.51 - 83.04
  • Market Cap $19.16B
  • Shares Outstanding 284.7M
  • Public Float 283.82M
  • Beta 1.30
  • Rev. per Employee $420.22K
  • P/E Ratio 9.51
  • EPS $7.08
  • Yield n/a
  • Dividend n/a
  • Ex-Dividend Date n/a
  • Short Interest 12.76M 03/29/18
  • % of Float Shorted 4.50%
  • Average Volume 4.6M

Performance

5 Day
  • -0.37%
1 Month
  • -4.46%
3 Month
  • -13.10%
YTD
  • -0.09%
1 Year
  • -0.61%

Recent News

  • MarketWatch
  • Other Dow Jones

Shares of United Airlines parent higher after sales, earnings beat expectations

Shares of United Continental Holdings Inc. rose nearly 3% late Tuesday after the company reported first-quarter earnings and sales above Wall Street expectations. The parent company of United Airlines said it earned $147 million, or 52 cents a share, in the quarter, compared with $99 million, or 32 cents a share, in the year-ago period. Excluding one-time items, United Continental earned $143 million, or 50 cents a share, compared with 42 cents a share a year ago. Revenue rose to $9.03 billion, compared with $8.43 billion a year ago. Analysts polled by FactSet had expected adjusted earnings of 44 cents a share on sales of $9.02 billion for the quarter. United Continental shares ended the regular trading session less than 0.1% higher.

United Continental Q1 rev. $9.03 billion vs. expectations $9.02 billion

United Continental Q1 rev. $9.03 billion vs. expectations $9.02 billion

United Continental Q1 EPS 52 cents a share vs. expectations 46 cents

United Continental Q1 EPS 52 cents a share vs. expectations 46 cents

United Continental shares up 2.2% after earnings

United Continental shares up 2.2% after earnings

5 ways first class is actually better than flying in a private jet

5 ways first class is actually better than flying in a private jet

Air travel is getting better in 3 big ways

Air travel is getting better in 3 big ways

Take this seat on an airplane to reduce your chances of getting sick

Germs spread in unexpected ways during long-distance flights.

Delta finds revenue in credit cards, upgrades

Delta Air Lines Inc. is banking on branded credit cards, repairing jets and plusher passenger amenities to drive growth. The No. 2 U.S. carrier beat quarterly earnings forecasts on Thursday thanks to rising passenger and cargo traffic as well as non-ticket revenue that is growing at an even faster pace.

Research paper alleges big airlines use earnings calls to collude, reduce seats

Research paper alleges big airlines use earnings calls to collude, reduce seats

O’Hare Airport expansion will be credit negative, says Moody’s

O’Hare Airport expansion will be credit negative, says Moody’s

What to keep in mind when traveling Easter weekend

What to keep in mind when traveling Easter weekend

‘March for Our Lives’ supporters rally for gun laws from D.C. to Tokyo

‘March for Our Lives’ supporters rally for gun laws from D.C. to Tokyo

Gallup: Only 7% of K-12 teachers want to carry guns in the classroom

Gallup: Only 7% of K-12 teachers want to carry guns in the classroom

First nonstop flight between Australia and Europe — 17 hours in the air — takes off this weekend

First nonstop flight between Australia and Europe — 17 hours in the air — takes off this weekend

Southwest's stock selloff leads airline sector to broad declines

Airline stocks were broadly lower Wednesday, led by weakness in Southwest Airlines Co. shares , after the company cut its unit revenue outlook, citing the competitive fair environment and disappointing travel demand. The NYSE Arca Airline Index slumped 1.0%, and has now lost 2.9% since closing at a 16 1/2-year high on March 13. Southwest's stock dropped 4.7% to pace the Dow Jones Transportation Average's decliners. The Dow transports' five other airline components also fell, with shares of JetBlue Airways Corp. shedding 2.2%, Alaska Air Group Inc. giving up 2.1%, American Airlines Group Inc. losing 2.1%, Delta Air Lines Inc. slipping 0.7% and United Continental Holdings Inc. falling 0.5%. Southwest's stock has tumbled 12.3% over the past three months, while the airline index has gained 1.6% and the S&P 500 has edged up 1.6%.

Don’t let a snowstorm ruin your travel plans — reduce your risk of canceled flights

Don’t let a snowstorm ruin your travel plans — reduce your risk of canceled flights

Chicago’s O’Hare Airport aims to become U.S.’s first truly global hub as American and United bury hatchet

Chicago’s O’Hare Airport aims to become U.S.’s first truly global hub as American and United bury hatchet

Flight fees are on the rise — here’s how to avoid them

Flight fees are on the rise — here’s how to avoid them

Dog’s death on United flight should result in family being ‘significantly compensated’, says lawyer of man dragged from flight

Dog’s death on United flight should result in family being ‘significantly compensated’, says lawyer of man dragged from flight

United Airlines had most animal deaths in 2017 — and they doubled in just one year

United Airlines had most animal deaths in 2017 — and they doubled in just one year

Earnings Give Stocks a Boost

U.S. stocks rose Tuesday, driven by strong corporate results, sending the Dow industrials back into positive territory for 2018.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

United Trims Some of Its Capacity Growth Plans for This Year

United Continental Holdings said it is cutting back on some extra flying this year after rattling airline investors in January with plans for additional capacity that raised fears of an industry fare war.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Decline of a Retailer: Bed Bath & Buybacks

The housewares retail chain was a disruptive 20th century retailer. In the 21st century, however, it’s found itself disrupted

  • on Barron's Online

An Empire Built on Devices

Apple sees its future in things, rather than services, Guggenheim says.

  • on Barron's Online

Delta Finds Revenue in Credit Cards and Upgrades

Delta is banking on branded credit cards and plusher passenger amenities to drive growth. The No. 2 U.S. carrier beat quarterly earnings forecasts thanks to rising passenger and cargo traffic as well as rising non-ticket revenue.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Airlines Know You Hate the Airport, and Are Trying to Do Something About It

Airports are emerging as a new battleground for airlines trying to find a competitive edge. American Airlines signed on last month to a $8.5 billion renovation at O’Hare International Airport after bristling for months at what it argued was preferential treatment for the Chicago gateway’s largest tenant, United Continental Holdings.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

U.S. Stocks Surge as Trade Fears Ease

Major U.S. stock indexes climbed, with the Dow adding more than 400 points, as remarks from Chinese President Xi Jinping soothed concerns about a trade war.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

The Secret Other Reason Basic Economy Is Everywhere

Delta, United and American think they’ve found a way to make sure business travelers keep paying higher prices.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

The Rare Case Where Airlines and Passengers Both Win

What the surge of nonstop coast-to-coast flights says about the state of flying in the U.S.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Today’s Top Supply Chain and Logistics News From WSJ

Ships are scrubbing up ahead of emissions rules, questions over fleet values may weigh on trucking M&A and coal has some heat left in global energy markets.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

United Suspends Cargo Program for Pets

Under fire for its handling of pets, United Continental Holdings will stop taking reservations for its live-animal shipping program at least until May 1 as it reviews the program.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

United Plans New Animal Tags After Dog Death

The death of a dog on a United Continental Holdings flight this week is fanning a broader debate over the transport of animals in plane cabins.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Transport Shares Shine After Slow Start to 2018

Shares of airlines, railroads and truckers have caught up with the broader stock market after a slow start to the year, a relief to investors worried that weak transport stocks often presage a broader downturn.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Stocks to Watch: Ford, Walmart, United, Alphabet, Seaspan, Century Aluminum, Signet

Among the companies with shares expected to trade actively in Wednesday's session are Walmart, United Continental, Ford, Alphabet and Seaspan.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

The Morning Risk Report: Survey Spotlights Beneficial Ownership Concerns

Companies are paying more attention to their antibribery and anticorruption programs, with 36% of senior-level compliance professionals saying their organization allocated more resources to the issue in 2017 than in 2016.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

A New Black Mark for United as Dog Dies in Overhead Bin

United Continental Holdings again angered some flyers on Tuesday after a passenger’s dog died in an overhead luggage bin.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Stocks to Watch: Qualcomm, Amazon, GE, U.S. Steel, Stitch Fix, Dick’s Sporting Goods, United Continental

Among the companies with shares expected to trade actively in Tuesday's session are Qualcomm, Amazon, General Electric, U.S. Steel, Stitch Fix and Dick's Sporting Goods.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Investors Boost Dick’s After Gun Announcement

  • on Barron's Online

American Rejects O’Hare Expansion Plan

American Airlines rejected aspects of plans to expand Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport that it said would favor rival carrier United Continental.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Will Dick’s Sporting Goods’ ‘Antigun’ Stance Hurt Its Stock?

How companies that are addressing gun violence in the wake of the Florida high school shooting are faring.

  • on Barron's Online

Recent News

  • Other News
  • Press Releases

Earnings Give Stocks a Boost

U.S. stocks rose Tuesday, driven by strong corporate results, sending the Dow industrials back into positive territory for 2018.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

United Airlines Earnings Overcome Higher Fuel Costs

United Continental reported better-than-expected profits and revenues after markets closed Tuesday. Higher fuel costs pushed expenses up.

  • on 247WallSt.com

United rallies after earnings, guidance satisfy

United rallies after earnings, guidance satisfy

  • on Seeking Alpha

United Trims Some of Its Capacity Growth Plans for This Year

United Continental Holdings said it is cutting back on some extra flying this year after rattling airline investors in January with plans for additional capacity that raised fears of an industry fare war.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Airline Stocks Are a Cheap Buy: Bernstein

One bull foresees a rise in air travel demand, allowing US carriers to pass on higher fuel costs.

  • on Investopedia.com

What's Behind the 3.1% Dip in Allegiant Travel (ALGT) Stock?

Allegiant (ALGT) shares might continue declining unless clarity is obtained on the passenger-safety issue.

  • on Zacks.com

J. B. Hunt's (JBHT) Q1 Earnings Miss, Revenues Beat, Rise Y/Y

High costs hurt J. B. Hunt's (JBHT) first-quarter results. However, higher revenues boosted the same.

  • on Zacks.com

UAL vs. CSX: Which Stock is Poised for Better Q1 Earnings?

United Continental (UAL) scores over CSX with respect to most of the parameters.

  • on Zacks.com

Why Earnings Season Could Be Great for United Continental Holdings (UAL)

United Continental Holdings (UAL) is seeing encouraging earnings estimate revision activity as of late and carries a favorable rank, positioning the company for a likely beat this season.

  • on Zacks.com

Netflix, Bank of America, United Continental and More Earnings On Tap This Week

24/7 Wall St. has put together a preview of Bank of America, Netflix, Philip Morris and other notable companies expected to report their latest results in the coming week.

  • on 247WallSt.com

The Worst Airlines in the U.S. Are Getting a Lot Better

  • on Motley Fool

Is United (UAL) Set to Beat Q1 Earnings Estimates?

Shares of United (UAL) climbed on Friday just a few trading days before the release of its first quarter financial results, which might indicate that investors are expecting strong results from the airline giant.

  • on Zacks.com

United Continental's (UAL) Q1 Earnings: A Beat in the Cards?

Unit revenue growth is likely to aid United Continental's (UAL) Q1 results. However, high fuel costs might limit bottom-line growth.

  • on Zacks.com

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: IBM, Enbridge, ADP, Marathon and United Continental

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: IBM, Enbridge, ADP, Marathon and United Continental

  • on Zacks.com

Delta Finds Revenue in Credit Cards and Upgrades

Delta is banking on branded credit cards and plusher passenger amenities to drive growth. The No. 2 U.S. carrier beat quarterly earnings forecasts thanks to rising passenger and cargo traffic as well as rising non-ticket revenue.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Are Airline Stocks Long-Term Investments?

Are Airline Stocks Long-Term Investments?

  • on Seeking Alpha

Top Analyst Reports for IBM, Enbridge & ADP

Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including IBM (IBM), Enbridge (ENB) and ADP (ADP).

  • on Zacks.com

Delta (DAL) Q1 Earnings Top Estimates, Down Y/Y on High Costs

Increase in passenger revenues boosted Delta's (DAL) top line in Q1. However, high fuel costs contributed to the year-over-year decline in earnings.

  • on Zacks.com

Who Are Delta Airlines’ Main Competitors? (DAL)

Compare the top competitors of Delta Air Lines, Inc. Take a deeper look into the key drivers of competition in the airline industry.

  • on Investopedia.com

Stock Market News For Apr 12, 2018

Markets closed lower on Wednesday after two days of gains, following President Donald Trump tweet warning Russia of a possible military strike on Syria.

  • on Zacks.com

United Airlines Reports First-Quarter 2018 Performance

United Airlines Reports First-Quarter 2018 Performance

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

Stock scores released for Advanced Micro Devices, The Home Depot Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Netflix and United Continental Holdings

Stock scores released for Advanced Micro Devices, The Home Depot Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Netflix and United Continental Holdings

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

Now Playing at 35,000 Feet - United Airlines Adds Free Entertainment Options Across its Fleet

Now Playing at 35,000 Feet - United Airlines Adds Free Entertainment Options Across its Fleet

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

Airport Security Officers Sue Over Loss of Law Enforcement Status

Airport Security Officers Sue Over Loss of Law Enforcement Status

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

United States : US airline industry boasts overall improvements -study

United States : US airline industry boasts overall improvements -study

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

United Reports March 2018 Operational Performance

United Reports March 2018 Operational Performance

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

United Airlines to Hold Live Webcast of First-Quarter 2018 Financial Results

United Airlines to Hold Live Webcast of First-Quarter 2018 Financial Results

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

Cuba,United States : US DOT proposed distribution of Havana Int'l, Cuba traffic rights

Cuba,United States : US DOT proposed distribution of Havana Int'l, Cuba traffic rights

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

New Extraordinary Club 1 Hotels Launches Worldwide Private Membership Club With Savings In All Travel Spheres

New Extraordinary Club 1 Hotels Launches Worldwide Private Membership Club With Savings In All Travel Spheres

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

United and Mesa Airlines Receive Tentative Approval to Increase to Daily Service Between Houston and Havana

United and Mesa Airlines Receive Tentative Approval to Increase to Daily Service Between Houston and Havana

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

CommutAir, a United Express Carrier, Announces Rotor Transition Program (RTP)

CommutAir, a United Express Carrier, Announces Rotor Transition Program (RTP)

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

United States : United Airlines and Air New Zealand Announce New Nonstop Service Between Chicago and Auckland

United States : United Airlines and Air New Zealand Announce New Nonstop Service Between Chicago and Auckland

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

Ireland : Over 500 new routes scheduled to launch in first three weeks of S18; Ryanair tops table with 66, US sees most new services by country

Ireland : Over 500 new routes scheduled to launch in first three weeks of S18; Ryanair tops table with 66, US sees most new services by country

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

Stock Review for Airlines Investors -- Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, and United Continental

Stock Review for Airlines Investors -- Controladora Vuela Compania de Aviacion, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, and United Continental

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

United Airlines and Air New Zealand Announce New Nonstop Service Between Chicago and Auckland

United Airlines and Air New Zealand Announce New Nonstop Service Between Chicago and Auckland

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

Adopt-a-Pet.com Urges United Airlines to Accept Offer of Aid in Pet Safety Education

Adopt-a-Pet.com Urges United Airlines to Accept Offer of Aid in Pet Safety Education

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

United States : United Airlines image bruised after latest round of PR fiascos

United States : United Airlines image bruised after latest round of PR fiascos

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

2018 Special Olympics USA Games Announces New Partnerships

2018 Special Olympics USA Games Announces New Partnerships

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

France : Air France reminds travellers what their flight could be like

France : Air France reminds travellers what their flight could be like

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

United Airlines flight diverted after dog 'mistakenly' placed on the plane

United Airlines flight diverted after dog 'mistakenly' placed on the plane

  • on TREND News Agency

United Continental Holdings Inc.

United Continental Holdings, Inc. is a holding company, which engages in the operation of its wholly-owned subsidiary United Airlines, Inc. It offers satellite based Wi-Fi, including on long-haul overseas routes. The Company transports people and cargo through its mainline and regional operations. United Continental Holdings was founded on December 30, 1968 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. (See Full Profile)

Analyst Ratings

  • Sell
  • Under
  • Hold
  • Over
  • Buy
Number of Ratings 20 Full Ratings

Imperial Capital Turns Bullish On Spirit Airlines: Here's Why

  • on Benzinga.com

The Airline Sector: American, United Have Earned An Upgrade, Bernstein Says

  • on Benzinga.com

Benzinga's Top Upgrades, Downgrades For January 31, 2018

  • on Benzinga.com

Competitors

Name Chg % Market Cap
Skywest Inc. 0.81% $2.89B
JetBlue Airways Corp. 0.20% $6.28B
Hawaiian Holdings Inc. -0.76% $2B
Allegiant Travel Co. -3.01% $2.35B
Alaska Air Group Inc. -0.34% $8.05B
Competitor Data Provided By

Partner Content