LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)vsRyanair Holdings PLC ADR (RYAAY)
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$49.68
-2.91%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.54B
RYAAY
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR
$59.32
+1.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $30.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR generates 2% more annual revenue ($15.33B vs $15.00B). RYAAY leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 11.2%. RYAAY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. LTM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
LTM
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
RYAAY
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.2%
Fair Value
$43.78
Current Price
$49.68
$5.90 premium
Margin of Safety
+67.5%
Fair Value
$200.30
Current Price
$59.32
$140.98 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 118 in profit
Earnings expanding 70.7% YoY
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Grey zone — moderate risk
Operating margin of 3.2%
Earnings declined 79.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LTM
The strongest argument for LTM centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RYAAY
The strongest argument for RYAAY centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LTM
The primary concerns for LTM are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RYAAY
The primary concerns for RYAAY are Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTM profiles as a growth stock while RYAAY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RYAAY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
LTM is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
LTM generates stronger free cash flow (588M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LTM scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100) and 21.9% revenue growth. RYAAY offers better value entry with a 67.5% 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.
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
LATAM Airlines Group SA, provides passenger and cargo air transport services in Peru, Argentina, the United States, Europe, Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, Asia Pacific and the rest of Latin America.
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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