American Airlines Group (AAL)vsSkyWest Inc (SKYW)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$10.74
+0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.09B
SKYW
SkyWest Inc
$94.13
+2.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 1246% more annual revenue ($54.63B vs $4.06B). SKYW leads profitability with a 10.6% profit margin vs 0.2%. AAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.09. SKYW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AAL
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SKYW
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1137.1%
Fair Value
$1.16
Current Price
$10.74
$9.58 premium
Margin of Safety
-48.5%
Fair Value
$70.38
Current Price
$94.13
$23.75 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.5% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 5.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAL
The strongest argument for AAL centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SKYW
The strongest argument for SKYW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 63.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SKYW
The primary concerns for SKYW are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SKYW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
SKYW is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
SKYW generates stronger free cash flow (-27M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AIRLINES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SKYW scores higher overall (62/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Airlines Group
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
American Airlines Group Inc. is an American publicly traded airline holding company headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
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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