American Airlines Group (AAL)vsMesa Air Group Inc (MESA)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$13.50
+1.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.91B
MESA
Mesa Air Group Inc
$1.40
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 13691% more annual revenue ($55.99B vs $406.02M). AAL leads profitability with a 0.4% profit margin vs -43.7%. AAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
AAL
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
MESA
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.6%
Fair Value
$20.69
Current Price
$13.50
$7.19 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MESA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -378.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAL
The strongest argument for AAL centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MESA
The strongest argument for MESA centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 48.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MESA
The primary concerns for MESA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAL profiles as a value stock while MESA is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MESA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.49 — expect wider price swings.
AAL is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
AAL generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAL scores higher overall (47/100 vs 36/100) and 10.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Mesa Air Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Mesa Air Group, Inc. is the parent company of Mesa Airlines, Inc. providing regional air transportation services under capacity purchase agreements with American Airlines and United Airlines. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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