Analyzing the Recent Options Trends for United Airlines Holdings (NASDAQ: UAL)

Investors with significant capital, often referred to as "whales," have recently shown a bearish outlook towards United Airlines Holdings. This change in sentiment is reflected in the options trading activity surrounding the company, where a noteworthy number of trades have been recorded.

In our analysis of the options history for United Airlines Holdings (UAL), we identified a total of 16 trades. When we delve into the details of these transactions, we find that approximately 37% of investors entered trades with bullish views, while around 50% adopted a bearish stance.

Among the total trades detected, 3 involved put options with a combined value of $115,430, while there were 13 call options worth a total of $453,695.

Understanding the Price Targets

When considering the volume and open interest associated with these contracts, it appears that large investors are aiming for a price range between $55.00 and $150.00 for United Airlines over the last three months. This price target suggests a level of uncertainty and varying expectations among traders.

Trends in Volume and Open Interest

Monitoring the volume and open interest is crucial in options trading, as this information can help gauge the liquidity and interest in United Airlines's options for specific strike prices. The following section presents the evolution of volume and open interest for both calls and puts relevant to whale trades within the identified strike price range of $55.00 to $150.00 over the past 30 days.

Recent Options Activity Overview

The following table outlines significant options trades for United Airlines Holdings:

Symbol	PUT/CALL	Trade Type	Sentiment	Expiration Date	Ask	Bid	Price	Strike Price	Total Trade Price	Open Interest	Volume
UAL	PUT	SWEEP	BULLISH	06/20/25	$3.2	$3.15	$3.2	$80.00	$55.6K	1.9K	62
UAL	CALL	SWEEP	BEARISH	09/19/25	$13.4	$13.35	$13.35	$120.00	$52.0K	1.0K	39
UAL	CALL	SWEEP	BULLISH	01/24/25	$6.0	$5.95	$6.0	$105.00	$50.4K	1.8K	85
UAL	CALL	SWEEP	BEARISH	03/21/25	$50.45	$49.7	$49.89	$57.50	$49.8K	259	10
UAL	CALL	SWEEP	NEUTRAL	02/21/25	$6.2	$6.1	$6.15	$110.00	$38.1K	17.3K	3.0K

About United Airlines Holdings

United Airlines is a prominent U.S. airline, with coverage that includes major hubs in cities such as San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Denver, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, and Washington, D.C. The airline operates primarily through a hub-and-spoke model, emphasizing international and long-haul travel more than its respective competitors.

Current Market Status of United Airlines Holdings

• Trading volume is currently at 2,712,306, with United Airlines stock up by 2.37%, pricing at $107.19.
• Relative Strength Index (RSI) indicators suggest that the stock may be nearing overbought territory.
• An earnings announcement is anticipated in 7 days.

Analyst Ratings for United Airlines Holdings

Recent reviews from 4 professional analysts in the past month have set an average target price of $128.25 for the stock.

Unusual Options Activity Noticed: Smart Money at Work

Monitoring unusual options activity through various platforms can help highlight potential market movements. Currently, an analyst from UBS reiterates a Buy rating for United Airlines Holdings with a goal price of $140. Another from Raymond James maintains an Outperform rating targeting $120. A JP Morgan analyst has an Overweight rating in place, with a price target of $133, while an analyst from Susquehanna keeps a Positive rating aiming for $120.

Options trading carries more risk compared to traditional stock trading, but it also presents greater profit potential. Seasoned options traders minimize risks by enhancing their knowledge, strategically entering and exiting trades, analyzing multiple indicators and monitoring market trends closely.

For real-time updates on options trades regarding United Airlines Holdings, it is advisable to utilize dedicated financial platforms that provide timely alerts and insights.

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