United Raises Profit Outlook Despite Nearly $6 Billion Increase in Expected Fuel Costs
✈️ United Airlines said its 2026 fuel costs could rise by nearly $6 billion compared with expectations at the beginning of the year, based on oil prices as of July 14.
⛽ In Q2 alone, fuel expenses increased by $2.3 billion, or 84% year over year, while the average fuel price reached $4.19 per gallon. The company recovered only around 50% of the increase through higher fares and ancillary revenue.
📊 Despite the pressure, Q2 revenue rose 16% to $17.7 billion, while adjusted EPS reached $1.99. United also raised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $9–$11.
📈 The airline expects to recover 80–90% of the additional fuel costs in Q3 and 100% in Q4. This outlook remains highly dependent on oil prices and the strength of travel demand.
#UnitedAirlines $UAL.US
✈️ United Airlines said its 2026 fuel costs could rise by nearly $6 billion compared with expectations at the beginning of the year, based on oil prices as of July 14.
⛽ In Q2 alone, fuel expenses increased by $2.3 billion, or 84% year over year, while the average fuel price reached $4.19 per gallon. The company recovered only around 50% of the increase through higher fares and ancillary revenue.
📊 Despite the pressure, Q2 revenue rose 16% to $17.7 billion, while adjusted EPS reached $1.99. United also raised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $9–$11.
📈 The airline expects to recover 80–90% of the additional fuel costs in Q3 and 100% in Q4. This outlook remains highly dependent on oil prices and the strength of travel demand.
#UnitedAirlines $UAL.US