American Airlines Group (AAL)vsMesa Air Group Inc (MESA)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$10.74
+0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.09B
MESA
Mesa Air Group Inc
$1.40
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 13356% more annual revenue ($54.63B vs $406.02M). AAL leads profitability with a 0.2% profit margin vs -43.7%. AAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
AAL
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
MESA
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1137.1%
Fair Value
$1.16
Current Price
$10.74
$9.58 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MESA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
2.5% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAL
The strongest argument for AAL centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MESA
MESA has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MESA
The primary concerns for MESA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
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 2.5% — sustainability is the question.
MESA generates stronger free cash flow (-5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAL scores higher overall (44/100 vs 36/100). 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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