Stock Analysis on Net

United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL)

$24.99

Debt to Equity
since 2005

Microsoft Excel

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Calculation

United Airlines Holdings Inc., debt to equity, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

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The debt to equity ratio for the period examined demonstrates significant fluctuations. Initially, the ratio is unavailable for 2005 and 2008, and 2009. From 2006 to 2010, the ratio exhibits considerable volatility, peaking at 8.76 in 2010 before declining. A period of relative stability follows from 2011 to 2015, with the ratio fluctuating between 1.31 and 2.26. A subsequent increase is observed in 2020 and 2021, reaching 7.03, before decreasing again in 2022 and 2023. The most recent years, 2023, 2024 and 2025, show a continued downward trend, reaching 1.64 in 2025.

Initial Period (2006-2010)
The ratio begins at 4.93 in 2006 and experiences a substantial increase to 8.76 by 2010. This suggests a growing reliance on debt financing relative to equity during this timeframe. The increase in long-term debt is more pronounced than the growth in stockholders’ equity, driving the ratio upward.
Stabilization and Moderate Leverage (2011-2015)
From 2011 through 2015, the debt to equity ratio stabilizes, remaining below 2.26. This indicates a period where the company managed its debt levels more consistently in relation to its equity base. Stockholders’ equity shows improvement, contributing to the lower ratio.
Recent Volatility and Decline (2016-2025)
The ratio experiences renewed volatility beginning in 2016, rising to 4.75 in 2020 and 7.03 in 2021. This is likely associated with increased borrowing, potentially in response to external factors. However, the ratio then declines steadily from 2022 through 2025, indicating a reduction in debt relative to equity, potentially through debt repayment or increased equity.

Overall, the observed pattern suggests a cyclical relationship between debt and equity. Periods of increased borrowing are followed by periods of stabilization or reduction, potentially reflecting strategic financial management or responses to changing economic conditions. The recent downward trend in the debt to equity ratio may indicate improved financial health and a reduced reliance on debt financing.


Comparison to Competitors

United Airlines Holdings Inc., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Sector (Transportation)

United Airlines Holdings Inc., debt to equity, long-term trends, comparison to sector (transportation)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Industry (Industrials)