Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT)vsUnited Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL)
ALGT
Allegiant Travel Company
$84.12
-0.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.46B
UAL
United Airlines Holdings Inc
$104.94
+2.58%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $37.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Airlines Holdings Inc generates 2190% more annual revenue ($60.47B vs $2.64B). UAL leads profitability with a 6.1% profit margin vs -1.3%. ALGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. UAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ALGT
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
UAL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.3%
Fair Value
$132.18
Current Price
$84.12
$48.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-77.4%
Fair Value
$65.13
Current Price
$104.94
$39.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 84.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALGT
The strongest argument for ALGT centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, 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, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 10.6% 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, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALGT profiles as a turnaround stock while UAL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
UAL is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
UAL generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 59/100) and 10.6% revenue growth. ALGT offers better value entry with a 17.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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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