American Airlines Group (AAL)vsParker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$12.10
+2.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.00B
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
$974.47
+0.06%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $122.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 174% more annual revenue ($55.99B vs $20.46B). PH leads profitability with a 17.3% profit margin vs 0.4%. AAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.11. PH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
AAL
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
PH
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.4%
Fair Value
$52.00
Current Price
$12.10
$39.90 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PH.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.7%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAL
The strongest argument for AAL centers on PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.11 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PH
The strongest argument for PH centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.3% and operating margin at 21.7%.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PH
The primary concerns for PH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAL profiles as a value stock while PH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — 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
PH scores higher overall (54/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 17.3% margins. AAL offers better value entry with a 72.4% 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.
Parker-Hannifin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Parker-Hannifin Corporation, originally Parker Appliance Company, usually referred to as just Parker, is an American corporation specializing in motion and control technologies. Its corporate headquarters are in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, in Greater Cleveland.
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