LUV vs UAL
LUV: A leading US-based low-cost carrier known for its point-to-point network and extensive domestic route presence. UAL: United Airlines is a leading global carrier connecting passengers and cargo through a vast hub-and-spoke network, currently executing the 'United Next' strategic plan to modernize its fleet and enhance the premium customer experience.
Side-by-side fundamentals
| Metric | LUV | UAL | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price as of 2026-10-20 close | $39.65 | $97.77 | |
| Market cap | $19.4B | $31.7B | |
| P/E as of 2026-10-20 | 24.78 | 9.15 | UAL lower |
| Net margin FY2025, SEC XBRL | +1.6% | +5.7% | UAL higher |
| Operating margin FY2025, SEC XBRL | +1.5% | +8.0% | UAL higher |
| ROE FY2025, SEC XBRL | +5.5% | +21.9% | UAL higher |
| ROA FY2025, SEC XBRL | +1.5% | +4.4% | UAL higher |
| Debt / equity filed borrowings incl. finance leases, balance sheet 2026-06-30 | 0.84 | 1.58 | LUV lower |
| Revenue growth (YoY) FY2025, SEC XBRL | +2.1% | +3.5% | UAL higher |
| Revenue CAGR (3y) SEC XBRL | +5.6% | +9.5% | UAL higher |
| Dividend yield as of 2026-09-03 | +1.8% | n/a | |
| Dividend streak (yrs) SEC XBRL | 4 | 0 | LUV higher |
| Beta as of 2026-09-03 | 1.35 | 2.04 | |
| 1-year return as of 2026-10-20 close | +15.2% | -3.5% | LUV higher |
Fundamentals: SEC XBRL company filings for the figures marked with a fiscal year, and market data, as of 2026-09-03 for the rest. Filings: SEC EDGAR. Prices are delayed daily-close data.
Last updated 2026-10-20.
Informational only — NOT financial advice. All figures are delayed daily-close data from SEC EDGAR & market data, shown with their as-of date; "Edge" cells are a pure numeric comparison, not a recommendation.