Alaska Air Group Inc (ALK)vsRyanair Holdings PLC ADR (RYAAY)
ALK
Alaska Air Group Inc
$36.78
-3.94%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.03B
RYAAY
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR
$54.60
-1.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $27.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR generates 2% more annual revenue ($15.59B vs $15.30B). RYAAY leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs -2.6%. ALK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.20. RYAAY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
ALK
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
RYAAY
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.3%
Fair Value
$128.74
Current Price
$36.78
$91.96 discount
Margin of Safety
+64.7%
Fair Value
$184.49
Current Price
$54.60
$129.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.5%
Earnings declined 68.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
1.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 33.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALK
The strongest argument for ALK centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RYAAY
The strongest argument for RYAAY centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ALK
The primary concerns for ALK are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.07 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RYAAY
The primary concerns for RYAAY are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALK profiles as a turnaround stock while RYAAY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
ALK is growing revenue faster at 14.4% — sustainability is the question.
RYAAY generates stronger free cash flow (729M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RYAAY scores higher overall (52/100 vs 50/100). ALK offers better value entry with a 55.3% 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.
Alaska Air Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Alaska Air Group is an airline holding company based in SeaTac, Washington, United States.
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Ryanair Holdings plc, offers regular passenger airline services in Ireland, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Germany and other European countries. The company is headquartered in Swords, Ireland.
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