American Airlines Group (AAL)vsPACCAR Inc (PCAR)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$13.01
+1.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.57B
PCAR
PACCAR Inc
$122.73
+0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 110% more annual revenue ($58.34B vs $27.82B). PCAR leads profitability with a 9.0% profit margin vs -0.6%. AAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.09. PCAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
AAL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PCAR
Buy54
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
Margin of Safety
-43.2%
Fair Value
$85.69
Current Price
$122.73
$37.04 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 88.2%
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
4.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
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 : PCAR
The strongest argument for PCAR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 1.00 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PCAR
The primary concerns for PCAR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAL profiles as a growth stock while PCAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
AAL is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
PCAR generates stronger free cash flow (309M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCAR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 46/100). 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.
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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