United Airlines Shares Surge 1.26% as $520M Volume Ranks 224th Amid 16 Buy Ratings and $111.43 Price Target

On September 17, 2025, , , ranking 224th in market activity. Analyst sentiment remains overwhelmingly positive, , . , . Recent upgrades from firms like TD Cowen and UBS Group highlight renewed confidence in the carrier’s operational and strategic trajectory.

Analyst activity over the past month underscores a tightening focus on United’s recovery momentum. , . Evercore ISI reiterated an Outperform rating, and Barclays reaffirmed an Overweight stance. These actions follow a series of strategic reviews and cost-cutting measures, which have bolstered investor optimism. The absence of Sell or Strong Sell ratings since 2024 further reinforces the sector’s alignment with United’s long-term restructuring efforts.

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