Air T Inc PR (AIRTP)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
AIRTP
Air T Inc PR
$19.26
+0.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $468.77M
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$86.55
-0.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Otter Tail Corporation generates 379% more annual revenue ($1.30B vs $272.47M). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs -2.5%. OTTR trades at a lower P/E of 13.3x. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
AIRTP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
OTTR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.9%
Fair Value
$15.72
Current Price
$19.25
$3.53 premium
Margin of Safety
-92.9%
Fair Value
$44.54
Current Price
$86.55
$42.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 76.9% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -48.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIRTP
The strongest argument for AIRTP centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 22.2%.
Bear Case : AIRTP
The primary concerns for AIRTP are Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. A P/E of 57.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIRTP profiles as a turnaround stock while OTTR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OTTR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.52 — expect wider price swings.
OTTR is growing revenue faster at 1.6% — sustainability is the question.
OTTR generates stronger free cash flow (22M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Air T Inc PR
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Air T, Inc. provides overnight air cargo, ground equipment sales, commercial jet engines and parts, printing equipment, and maintenance services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Denver, North Carolina.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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