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United Airlines reported a first-quarter profit, its first since 2019, with record revenue of $13.2 billion. However, the airline issued cautious guidance for 2025, offering two scenarios: a stable environment yielding $11.50-$13.50 per share, and a recessionary one resulting in $7-$9. To mitigate economic uncertainty, United plans to reduce flights and seating capacity in the second half of the year, a move mirroring Delta's recent decision. This capacity reduction is expected to boost profitability despite potentially lower revenue.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.