United Airlines surpassed earnings expectations for both Q4 and the full year 2025, despite challenges like the U.S. government shutdown. The company forecasts 2026 adjusted EPS between $1.00 and $1.50 for Q1 and $12.00 to $14.00 for the full year, with capital expenditures remaining under $8 billion. United also improved its financial health by reducing pandemic-era debt and boosting credit ratings, underpinning future growth prospects.