American Airlines Group (AAL)vsLATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$13.01
+1.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.57B
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$51.29
+1.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 267% more annual revenue ($58.34B vs $15.88B). LTM leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs -0.6%. AAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.09. LTM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
AAL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
LTM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.7%
Fair Value
$21.33
Current Price
$13.01
$8.32 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LTM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.3% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 78 in profit
Revenue surging 27.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 88.2%
Trading at 8.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 46.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAL
The strongest argument for AAL centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LTM
The strongest argument for LTM centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LTM
The primary concerns for LTM are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
LTM is growing revenue faster at 27.2% — sustainability is the question.
LTM generates stronger free cash flow (219M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AIRLINES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LTM scores higher overall (51/100 vs 46/100) and 27.2% revenue growth. AAL offers better value entry with a 32.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Airlines Group
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
American Airlines Group Inc. is an American publicly traded airline holding company headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
LATAM Airlines Group SA, provides passenger and cargo air transport services in Peru, Argentina, the United States, Europe, Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, Asia Pacific and the rest of Latin America.
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