LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)vsSkyWest Inc (SKYW)
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$56.90
-2.80%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.70B
SKYW
SkyWest Inc
$99.31
+1.32%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LATAM Airlines Group S.A. generates 264% more annual revenue ($15.00B vs $4.12B). LTM leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 10.4%. SKYW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.66. LTM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
LTM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
SKYW
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 87 in profit
Earnings expanding 70.7% YoY
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.3% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SKYW
The strongest argument for SKYW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : LTM
The primary concerns for LTM are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SKYW
The primary concerns for SKYW are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTM profiles as a growth stock while SKYW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SKYW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.48 — 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 (65/100 vs 64/100) and 21.9% revenue growth. 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.
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.
SkyWest Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
SkyWest, Inc., operates a regional airline in the United States. The company is headquartered in St. George, Utah.
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