Football finance expert explains why Man Utd value soared by £316m in one day

Manchester United appear to be on a positive trajectory and the financial market has reacted accordingly.

After the misery of finishing 15th, Manchester United have bounced back and secured a third-place finish and a return to the Champions League.

United have earned over £180m in prize money, and Champions League qualification will provide over £100 million in revenue in 2026/27.

On Wednesday, United projected revenue of £665m in 2025/26 after publishing their Q3 results.

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Man United market value soars after Q3 results

Football finance expert Kieran Maguire revealed on X that United’s market value has increased by $425m (£316m) in a single day.

United are traded on the New York Stock Exchange, and stock prices rose by over 12% in one day.

It came as a result of United’s promising Q3 financial results, which revealed a promising trajectory.

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Operating profit was recorded at £37.3m – a huge increase from a loss of £3.2m in the same period last year.

United also reaffirmed plans to build a 100,000-seater state-of-the-art stadium. There is huge excitement around the future of United, and clearly investors are echoing that.

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On and off the pitch, United have had an exciting season, especially since Michael Carrick’s return as head coach.

United are preparing for a title charge, and players are demanding a big transfer window this summer to reinforce the squad.

Since Carrick’s appointment, no Premier League manager has earned more points.

Off the pitch, United are settled into the refurbished Carrington and planning continues for a new stadium.

United continue to strike lucrative sponsorship deals and revenue is on the rise.