American Airlines Group (AAL)vsSkyWest Inc (SKYW)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$13.31
-5.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.35B
SKYW
SkyWest Inc
$82.50
-3.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Airlines Group generates 1332% more annual revenue ($60.98B vs $4.26B). SKYW leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs -0.8%. AAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.23. SKYW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
AAL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
SKYW
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.1%
Fair Value
$22.11
Current Price
$13.31
$8.80 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SKYW.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.3% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 0.9%
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 88.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAL
The strongest argument for AAL centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.23 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 Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SKYW
The primary concerns for SKYW are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAL profiles as a growth stock while SKYW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SKYW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
AAL is growing revenue faster at 19.3% — sustainability is the question.
SKYW generates stronger free cash flow (-32M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SKYW scores higher overall (64/100 vs 46/100). AAL offers better value entry with a 35.1% margin of safety. 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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