Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT)vsUnited Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL)
ALGT
Allegiant Travel Company
$95.69
-5.80%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.71B
UAL
United Airlines Holdings Inc
$123.56
+3.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $37.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Airlines Holdings Inc generates 2283% more annual revenue ($62.90B vs $2.64B). UAL leads profitability with a 5.6% profit margin vs -1.3%. ALGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. UAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ALGT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UAL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.9%
Fair Value
$131.53
Current Price
$95.69
$35.84 discount
Margin of Safety
-76.4%
Fair Value
$68.36
Current Price
$123.56
$55.20 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 17.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALGT
The strongest argument for ALGT centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UAL
The strongest argument for UAL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 16.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALGT
The primary concerns for ALGT are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UAL
The primary concerns for UAL are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALGT profiles as a turnaround stock while UAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
UAL is growing revenue faster at 16.0% — sustainability is the question.
UAL generates stronger free cash flow (266M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 16.0% revenue growth. ALGT offers better value entry with a 16.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Allegiant Travel Company
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Allegiant Travel Company, a leisure travel company, provides travel products and services to residents of underserved cities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (formerly known as United Continental Holdings, Inc., UAL Corporation, Allegis Corporation and founded originally as UAL, Inc.) is a publicly traded airline holding company headquartered in the Willis Tower in Chicago. UAH owns and operates United Airlines, Inc.
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