Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT)vsUnited Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL)
ALGT
Allegiant Travel Company
$72.26
-1.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.92B
UAL
United Airlines Holdings Inc
$103.43
-1.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $36.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Airlines Holdings Inc generates 2073% more annual revenue ($62.90B vs $2.89B). UAL leads profitability with a 5.6% profit margin vs 0.9%. ALGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. ALGT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ALGT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
UAL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.9%
Fair Value
$139.93
Current Price
$72.26
$67.67 discount
Margin of Safety
-41.9%
Fair Value
$69.01
Current Price
$103.43
$34.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 36.9% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
5.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 17.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALGT
The strongest argument for ALGT centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 36.9% demonstrates continued momentum. 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 Market Cap, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 61.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UAL
The primary concerns for UAL are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALGT profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
ALGT is growing revenue faster at 36.9% — sustainability is the question.
ALGT generates stronger free cash flow (-75M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALGT scores higher overall (69/100 vs 57/100) and 36.9% revenue growth. 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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