LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)vsUnited Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL)
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$47.71
-3.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.49B
UAL
United Airlines Holdings Inc
$89.95
-4.46%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $29.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Airlines Holdings Inc generates 314% more annual revenue ($59.07B vs $14.27B). LTM leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 5.7%. LTM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.58. LTM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
LTM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
UAL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+73.6%
Fair Value
$232.13
Current Price
$47.71
$184.42 discount
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$201.55
Current Price
$89.95
$111.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 143 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
16.1% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.8% revenue growth
5.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 16.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UAL
The strongest argument for UAL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : LTM
The primary concerns for LTM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UAL
The primary concerns for UAL are Revenue Growth, Profit 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 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
LTM is growing revenue faster at 16.1% — sustainability is the question.
LTM generates stronger free cash flow (571M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LTM scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100) and 16.1% revenue growth. UAL offers better value entry with a 43.5% 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.
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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