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UAL P/E Ratio Analysis

12.4x

Updated 153h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio divides a company's share price by its earnings per share, so UAL's 12.4x means investors currently pay $12.40 for every $1 of annual profit.

Sector Performance

15th percentile

UAL

12.4x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

11.9x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio divides a company's share price by its earnings per share, so UAL's 12.4x means investors currently pay $12.40 for every $1 of annual profit.

That is well below the sector median of 23.3x, placing the stock at the 14th percentile among peers, meaning most competitors trade at higher multiples. The year-over-year change and the 8-quarter trend are both N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter movement shows the ratio increased from 11.9x to 12.4x, a rise of 4.8%. A low P/E can signal a cheap stock, yet the limited trend data and the upward quarterly move leave it unclear whether the discount reflects a bargain or a caution flag. The combination of a low valuation with only a recent uptick suggests modest risk if earnings hold, but the lack of a longer trend prevents a strong conclusion. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the cheap level is offset by the incomplete trend data and the QoQ rise, so it does not push the stock firmly in either direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about UAL?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

Who are UAL's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.