United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) P/E Ratio History
Premium ValuationTrading at 11.6x vs 5Y avg 8.4x · 95th percentile · Premium to historical baseline · Data 2006–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.6x, with a stock price of $118.32 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $11.21.
The current P/E is 38% above its 5-year average of 8.4x. Over the past five years, UAL's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.9x to a high of 17.4x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 25.6x, UAL trades at a 55% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 403 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 198.8x.
Relative to the broader market, UAL trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our UAL DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
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UAL P/E vs Peers
Commercial passenger airlines peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $55B | 11.0 | -Best | +44% | |
| $11B | 94.1 | -Best | -86% | |
| $24B | 60.7 | -Best | +5% | |
| $6B | 56.6 | -Best | -72% | |
| $876M | 16.8 | -Best | +0% | |
| $4B | 8.9Lowest | -Best | +33% | |
| $176B | 89.8 | -Best | +114%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
UAL Historical P/E Data (2006–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $92.07 | $11.20 | 8.2x | -21% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $111.82 | $10.22 | 10.9x | +5% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $96.50 | $9.97 | 9.7x | -7% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $79.63 | $9.97 | 8.0x | -23% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $69.05 | $10.96 | 6.3x | -40% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $97.10 | $9.42 | 10.3x | -1% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $57.06 | $8.29 | 6.9x | -34% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $48.66 | $8.81 | 5.5x | -47% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $47.88 | $8.09 | 5.9x | -43% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $41.26 | $7.88 | 5.2x | -50% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $42.30 | $8.62 | 4.9x | -53% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $54.87 | $8.06 | 6.8x | -35% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $44.25 | $5.82 | 7.6x | -27% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $37.70 | $2.17 | 17.4x | +67% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $31.55 | $3.68 | 8.6x | -18% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $88.09 | $11.63 | 7.6x | -27% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $88.41 | $10.80 | 8.2x | -22% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $87.55 | $9.87 | 8.9x | -15% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $79.78 | $8.33 | 9.6x | -8% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $83.73 | $7.76 | 10.8x | +3% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $89.06 | $8.05 | 11.1x | +6% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $69.73 | $7.11 | 9.8x | -6% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $69.47 | $7.29 | 9.5x | -9% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $67.40 | $7.08 | 9.5x | -9% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $60.88 | $6.35 | 9.6x | -8% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $75.25 | $7.24 | 10.4x | -0% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $70.64 | $6.36 | 11.1x | +6% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $72.88 | $6.93 | 10.5x | +1% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $52.47 | $7.91 | 6.6x | -36% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $41.04 | $17.72 | 2.3x | -78% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $59.86 | $19.08 | 3.1x | -70% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $57.30 | $19.52 | 2.9x | -72% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $53.05 | $17.35 | 3.1x | -71% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $53.01 | $6.90 | 7.7x | -26% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $67.25 | $5.77 | 11.6x | +12% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $66.89 | $2.79 | 23.9x | +129% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $46.79 | $3.09 | 15.1x | +45% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $41.07 | $1.70 | 24.2x | +132% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $44.63 | $0.90 | 49.6x | +375% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $37.83 | $1.30 | 29.1x | +179% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $24.33 | $0.80 | 30.4x | +192% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $21.50 | $1.30 | 16.5x | +59% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $18.87 | $2.01 | 9.4x | -10% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $19.38 | $1.44 | 13.5x | +29% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $22.63 | $1.50 | 15.1x | +45% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $22.99 | $1.40 | 16.4x | +57% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $23.82 | $1.56 | 15.3x | +46% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $23.66 | $1.12 | 21.1x | +103% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 31 2007 | $33.21 | $2.28 | 14.6x | +40% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Oct 08 2007 | $45.26 | $200.63 | 0.2x | -98% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $37.80 | $199.72 | 0.2x | -98% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Mar 31 2007 | $35.55 | $198.82 | 0.2x | -98% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $40.98 | $394.80 | 0.1x | -99% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Sep 30 2006 | $24.75 | $51.47 | 0.5x | -95% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $28.89 | $34.92 | 0.8x | -92% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Mar 31 2006 | $37.19 | $21.66 | 1.7x | -84% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 10.4x
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UAL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying UAL stock.
What is UAL's P/E ratio?
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 11.6x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $11.21. The 5-year average P/E is 8.4x and the historical range spans 4.9x to 17.4x.
Is UAL stock overvalued or undervalued?
UAL trades at 11.6x P/E, above its 5-year average of 8.4x. The 95th percentile ranking within the 4.9x–17.4x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is UAL stock expensive?
Yes, UAL is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 11.6x is above the 5-year average of 8.4x. The stock sits at the 95th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is UAL's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, UAL's P/E ratio has ranged from 4.9x to 17.4x, with a median of 8.2x and an average of 8.4x. The current P/E of 11.6x places the stock at the 95th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2006–2026.
How does UAL's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
UAL trades at 11.6x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 52% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does UAL's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. P/E of 11.6x compares to the Industrials sector median of 25.6x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is UAL's PEG ratio?
UAL PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 11.6x and EPS growth of 8.1%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is UAL's earnings yield?
UAL earnings yield is 8.64%, the inverse of its 11.6x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.