United Airlines shares have gained 6.4% since the company reported second-quarter 2026 results a month ago, outperforming the S&P 500. The airline posted adjusted earnings of $1.99 per share, down 48.6% year over year but above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.92, while operating revenues rose 16% to $17.67 billion. United raised its full-year adjusted earnings outlook to $9-$11 per share and expects third-quarter adjusted earnings between $2.50 and $3.50 per share. However, analyst estimates have trended downward over the past month, with the consensus estimate shifting -9.74%, and the stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
