Ryanair Holdings plc (RYAAY) Stock Price & Analysis
Ryanair Holdings plc (RYAAY) closed at USD 53.67 on Thursday, October 22, 2026, down 0.79% on the day. The US market is currently closed (pre-market); this is not a live price.
The prior close was USD 54.1; the Oct 22, 2026 session ranged USD 52.63–54.14 on volume of 1,167,967 shares. Market capitalization is $27.80B, with a 52-week range of USD 51.02–74.24 (NMS). Source: Nexqual, retrieved October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
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Key facts (RYAAY)
- 3 of 80 tracked superinvestors hold RYAAY (13F, Q2 2026): 0 new, 1 added, 1 reduced, 1 unchanged.
- Insider open-market sales, last ~7 months: 11 Form 4 filings, $3.4M; 11 not under a Rule 10b5-1 plan ($3.4M); 0 by opportunistic insiders, 0 by routine insiders (three-year test, Cohen, Malloy & Pomorski 2012).
- Analysts: Buy (mean 1.67 on a 1–5 scale) (6 analysts), mean target USD 67.52 (range 58.4–75).
- Total return with dividends: 1Y -10.0% vs S&P 500 +14.9%; 5Y +30.3% vs S&P 500 +80.3%.
- Next earnings: 2026-11-02, EPS estimate USD 3.55, revenue estimate $5.73B.
Superinvestors (SEC 13F-HR, Q2 2026) (RYAAY)
3 of 80 tracked investors hold RYAAY. Each row is the investor's latest 13F; change is vs their prior-quarter share count.
| Investor | Firm | % of portfolio | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenn Greenberg | Brave Warrior Advisors | 5.59% | $256M | Added +30.3% |
| Francis Chou | Chou Associates | 0.18% | $384K | Unchanged |
| Bill Nygren | Oakmark Funds | 0.07% | $51.2M | Reduced -6.6% |
Insider sales (SEC Form 4, open-market, last ~7 months) (RYAAY)
0 of 11 under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan (scheduled in advance). Unplanned sales were timed by the insider.
| Trade date | Insider | Role | Shares | Value | % of holdings sold | 10b5-1 plan | Insider type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-26 | Hurley John Jh | Ryanair DAC CTO | 15,000 | $469K | 16.5% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-22 | McGuinness Jason Paul | Ryanair DAC CCO | 9,999 | $276K | 41.1% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | Komorek Juliusz Grzegorz | Group CLO & Company Secretary | 14,053 | $366K | 23.3% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | McCann Tracey | Ryanair DAC CFO | 8,197 | $213K | 17.5% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | McGuinness Jason Paul | Ryanair DAC CCO | 12,562 | $327K | 34.1% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | Wilson Eddie Joseph | Ryanair DAC CEO | 21,080 | $548K | 13.7% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | O'Brien David Patrick Dpo | See Remarks | 8,080 | $210K | 9.9% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | Hughes Darrell Thomas | Ryanair DAC CPO | 8,197 | $213K | 18% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | Brady Dara | Ryanair DAC CMO | 8,973 | $233K | 33.8% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | Sharkey Carol Marie | Chief Risk Officer | 6,999 | $182K | 33.1% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
| 2026-05-19 | Gruber Andreas | Lauda Joint CEO | 13,467 | $350K | 39.2% | No | Too little history (no open-market trades in 2023–2025) |
% of holdings sold = shares sold ÷ (shares sold + all holdings the insider reported on that Form 4, direct and through trusts).
Insider type follows Cohen, Malloy & Pomorski (Journal of Finance, 2012). An insider who traded the stock in the same calendar month in each of the past three years is a routine trader; one who traded in each of those years without such a pattern is an opportunistic trader. In their study, trades by opportunistic insiders predicted future returns and trades by routine insiders did not. Counts open-market purchases and sales only (SEC Form 4 codes P and S) by that insider in that company. Not investment advice.
Analysts (RYAAY)
Consensus Buy (mean 1.67 on a 1–5 scale), 6 analysts; mean target USD 67.52 (low 58.4, high 75).
Rating changes, last 120 days:
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Price target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-25 | Evercore ISI Group | Target raised | Outperform | $73 → $75 |
Total return (dividends reinvested) (RYAAY)
| 1Y (from 2025-10-23) | 5Y (from 2021-10-18) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total return | -10.0% | +30.3% |
| S&P 500 (SPY) | +14.9% | +80.3% |
| Per year | -10.1% | +5.4% |
| Volatility (annualized) | 36.5% | 34.2% |
| Max drawdown | -29.4% (Jan 2026→Oct 2026) | -52.8% (Nov 2021→Sep 2022) |
RYAAY suppliers, customers and competitors (named in its 20-F)
| Relationship | Company | Sentence in the filing |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Boeing (BA) | “In May 2023, Ryanair announced that it had entered into a purchase agreement with Boeing (the "2023 Boeing Contract") to purchase up to 300 Boeing 737 MAX-10 series aircraft (of which 150 are firm orders and 150 are subject to an option exercisable at Ryanair's discretion) for delivery between 2027 to 2033 (inclusive).” |
| Partner | Airbus | “Ryanair's policy is to implement any required/recommended safety modifications and procedures in accordance with FAA, EASA and UK CAA guidance in close collaboration with Boeing and Airbus and as applicable to our fleet.” |
Quoted from the company's 20-F filed Jun 22, 2026.
RYAAY analyst estimates and revisions
| Period | EPS estimate | 90 days ago | Change | Revenue estimate | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current quarter (ends Sep 2026) | $3.55 | $3.86 | -8.0% | $5.73B | 3 |
| Next quarter (ends Dec 2026) | $-0.07 | $0.26 | -127.0% | $3.26B | 3 |
| Current fiscal year (ends Mar 2027) | $3.66 | $4.58 | -20.3% | $15.91B | 4 |
| Next fiscal year (ends Mar 2028) | $3.87 | $5.27 | -26.6% | $17.42B | 4 |
RYAAY options: expected move
Options price a move of about ±9.2% (±$4.95) by Nov 20, 2026, which includes earnings on Nov 2, 2026.
| Expiration | Days | ATM implied volatility | Expected move |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2026 | 28 | 39.5% | ±9.2% |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 56 | 42.0% | ±13.5% |
| Mar 19, 2027 | 147 | 37.9% | ±19.4% |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 237 | 37.5% | ±24.0% |
30-day implied volatility 37.4% vs 27% realized over the last 30 trading days. Put/call ratio (volume) —. Cboe delayed quotes (15 min). Expected move = at-the-money straddle.
Key Statistics (as of October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC)
| Price | USD 53.67 |
|---|---|
| Change | ▼ 0.79% (down) |
| Previous Close | USD 54.1 |
| Open | USD 52.63 |
| Day Range | USD 52.63 – 54.14 |
| 52-Week Range | USD 51.02 – 74.24 |
| Volume | 1,167,967 shares |
| Market Cap | $27.80B |
| Exchange | NMS |
Technical Analysis (RYAAY)
Nexqual's technical model rates RYAAY "STRONG SELL" based on 0 bullish and 5 bearish signals across 127 daily candles, as of October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
| Overall Signal | STRONG SELL |
|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 47.68 (neutral) |
| vs SMA50 | Below (USD 54.64) |
| MACD | -0.48 (negative) |
Analyst Ratings (RYAAY)
Wall Street analysts rate RYAAY "Buy" based on 6 analysts, with a mean price target of USD 67.52 (range USD 58.4–75), per Nexqual as of October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
| Consensus Rating | Buy |
|---|---|
| Analyst Count | 6 |
| Mean Target | USD 67.52 |
| High Target | USD 75 |
| Low Target | USD 58.4 |
| Buy / Hold / Sell | 6 / 0 / 0 |
Earnings (RYAAY)
| Next Earnings Date | 2026-11-02 |
|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | USD 3.55 |
| Revenue Estimate | $5.73B |
Recent Earnings History
| Quarter | Actual vs Estimate |
|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | USD 1.17 vs est 1.29 ▼ miss |
| 2026-03-31 | USD -0.85 vs est -1 ▲ beat |
| 2025-12-31 | USD 0.26 vs est 0.15 ▲ beat |
| 2025-09-30 | USD 3.71 vs est 3.63 ▲ beat |
Source: Nexqual, October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
Financials & Fundamentals (RYAAY)
| Total Revenue | $15.59B |
|---|---|
| Revenue Growth (latest quarter, YoY) | +1.10% |
| Gross Margin | +27.93% |
| Operating Margin | +13.13% |
| Profit Margin | +12.13% |
| ROE | +22.41% |
| Debt / Equity | 0.02 |
| Current Ratio | 0.79 |
| Total Cash | $2.80B |
| Total Debt | $181.90M |
Source: Nexqual, October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
Financial Health Score (RYAAY)
Nexqual rates Ryanair Holdings plc's overall financial health "Solid" across five dimensions, as of October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
| Growth | Solid — Revenue +11% YoY (annual) |
|---|---|
| Profitability | Solid — Gross margin 28%, operating 13% (last 12 months) |
| Balance Sheet | Solid — EUR 2.80B cash vs EUR 182M debt, net cash position |
| Cash Flow | Solid — Operating cash flow EUR 3.44B (TTM) |
| Efficiency | Strong — ROE 22%, ROA 7.0% |
Ownership (RYAAY)
| Insider Ownership | +0.00% |
|---|---|
| Institutional Ownership | +42.20% |
| Shares Outstanding | 517.92M |
| Float | 476.87M |
| Short % of Float | +0.64% |
Source: Nexqual, October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
Leadership (RYAAY)
Ryanair Holdings plc is led by Michael O'Leary, Group CEO & Executive Director, per Nexqual as of October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
| Group CEO & Executive Director | Michael O'Leary |
|---|---|
| Group Chief Financial Officer | Neil Sorahan |
| Chief Technology Officer | John Hurley |
| Chief Financial Officer of Ryanair DAC | Tracey McCann |
Major Backers & Investors (RYAAY)
Notable institutional backers of Ryanair Holdings plc include Capital Group, Capital International Investors, AMERICAN FUNDS FUNDAMENTAL INVESTORS, according to Nexqual as of October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
Active Investors
| Investor | Stake |
|---|---|
| Capital Group | 6.75% |
| Capital International Investors | 6.2% |
| AMERICAN FUNDS FUNDAMENTAL INVESTORS | 5.09% |
| Massachusetts Financial Services Co. | 4.65% |
| NEW PERSPECTIVE FUND | 2.26% |
| MFS Series Trust XVII-MFS International Equity Fund | 2.23% |
| FMR, LLC | 1.8% |
| Price (T.Rowe) Associates Inc | 1.7% |
Source: Nexqual, October 23, 2026 at 08:37 UTC.
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