United Continental Holdings buy Jefferies Financial Group Inc.

United Airlines Holdings Inc. (UAL) is a major American airline holding company that operates as the parent company for United Airlines, which is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. UAL was founded in 1926 and is traded under the symbol UAL on the NASDAQ stock exchange. The company operates a large domestic and international route network, providing passenger and cargo transportation services to hundreds of destinations across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. With a fleet size of over 800 aircraft, it is one of the largest airlines in the world. UAL is a component of the S&P 500 index and has faced significant challenges in recent years, particularly due to the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the travel industry. Despite this, the company is continuously working to improve operational efficiency, enhance customer experience, and expand its global presence.