Bernstein Rates United Airlines (UAL) buy, $153 Price Target

Bernstein has reiterated its buy rating on United Airlines, increasing its price target to $153 from prior estimates, a 12.51% upside from the current price.

By TradeTexts Research Desk · Published Jul 1, 2026, 12:01 PM EDT · Updated Jul 1, 2026, 3:01 PM EDT

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Bernstein rated United Airlines Holdings, Inc. ($UAL) "buy" with a $153 price target on July 1, 2026.

Since the rating, $UAL is down 6.6% after 1 week, down 10.2% after 1 month and down 28.9% to date (from the $135.13 close on Jul 1, 2026).

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Bernstein has reiterated its buy rating on United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) with a new price target of $153, up from previous estimates as of July 1, 2026.
Bernstein's $153 price target implies 12.51% upside from United Airlines Holdings, Inc.'s ($UAL) current $135.99 share price.
The stock closed at $135.99 on the day of the announcement, trading near its 52-week high of $138.77.
Analysts have a consensus recommendation of 'strong buy' for United Airlines, with a mean target price of $152.78 based on 23 opinions.

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Bernstein Raises Target for United Airlines

Bernstein has reaffirmed its buy rating on United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) with a new price target of $153. This change reflects an increase from previous estimates, with the action reported on July 1, 2026.

The stock closed at $135.99 on the day of Bernstein's announcement. This price is close to its 52-week high of $138.77, indicating strong investor interest. The airline sector has seen mixed performance recently, but United Airlines continues to attract positive attention from analysts.

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Analysts Set New Price Targets

Several other firms also maintain their positive outlook on United Airlines. On October 7, 2026, Susquehanna kept a Positive rating with a target of $150, slightly down from $165. Wells Fargo maintained an Overweight rating with a target of $160, down from $165, on October 6, 2026. TD Cowen also maintained a Buy rating with a target of $167, down from $192, on October 2, 2026. These consistent ratings point to a generally optimistic view of the airline's future performance.

What United Airlines Holdings, Inc. Does

United Airlines Holdings, Inc. provides air transportation services across the U.S. and internationally. It operates both mainline and regional fleets, transporting passengers and cargo. The company also offers various related services, including ground handling and loyalty programs. This positive analyst coverage comes as United Airlines continues to recover from previous challenges and adapt to changing market conditions.

What to Watch at United Airlines Holdings, Inc.

Investors should keep an eye on United Airlines as it approaches its next earnings report scheduled for October 20, 2026. The latest ratings and target changes from analysts reflect a favorable outlook for the airline, but it remains to be seen how upcoming earnings will impact stock performance. Remember, the 13F filings reflect past positions and may not represent current holdings.

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