American Airlines Group (AAL)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$14.64
-0.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.68B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$112.22
+1.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 102% more annual revenue ($55.99B vs $27.78B). PCAR leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 0.4%. AAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
AAL
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
PCAR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.7%
Fair Value
$20.72
Current Price
$14.64
$6.08 discount
Margin of Safety
-32.5%
Fair Value
$84.71
Current Price
$112.22
$27.51 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.9%
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 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 47.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — 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.
Monitor AIRLINES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 45/100). AAL offers better value entry with a 30.7% 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.
PACCAR Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
PACCAR Inc is an American Fortune 500 company and counts among the largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the world. PACCAR is engaged in the design, manufacture and customer support of light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, Leyland Trucks, and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures powertrains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
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