LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)vsUnited Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL)
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$49.68
-2.91%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.54B
UAL
United Airlines Holdings Inc
$96.62
-2.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $32.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Airlines Holdings Inc generates 303% more annual revenue ($60.47B vs $15.00B). LTM leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 6.1%. LTM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.58. UAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
LTM
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
UAL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
+14.6%
Fair Value
$133.39
Current Price
$96.62
$36.77 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
Earnings expanding 84.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 12.4x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : 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 : LTM
The primary concerns for LTM are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UAL
The primary concerns for UAL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.39 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTM profiles as a growth stock while UAL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UAL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
LTM is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
UAL generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LTM scores higher overall (67/100 vs 67/100) and 21.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
United Airlines Holdings Inc
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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