United Airlines stock gained 3.45% to $102.56 on October 20, 2025, supported by a wave of analyst upgrades. TD Cowen raised its price target to $138 from $127 while maintaining a Buy rating[1], and JP Morgan increased its target to $156 from $149 with an Overweight rating[2]. Jefferies also adjusted its target to $130 from $125[5]. The stock's advance aligns with broader market strength, as the S&P 500 rose 1.12% and the NASDAQ gained 1.41% during the trading session. The consensus among 19 analysts now shows an average price target of $120.54, implying roughly 18-20% upside from current levels[1][2].