Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT)vsDelta Air Lines Inc (DAL)
ALGT
Allegiant Travel Company
$95.69
-5.80%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.71B
DAL
Delta Air Lines Inc
$88.59
+2.71%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $55.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Delta Air Lines Inc generates 2487% more annual revenue ($68.29B vs $2.64B). DAL leads profitability with a 5.8% profit margin vs -1.3%. ALGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. DAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ALGT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
DAL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.9%
Fair Value
$131.53
Current Price
$95.69
$35.84 discount
Margin of Safety
-61.6%
Fair Value
$55.31
Current Price
$88.59
$33.28 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 25.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALGT
The strongest argument for ALGT centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DAL
The strongest argument for DAL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALGT
The primary concerns for ALGT are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : DAL
The primary concerns for DAL are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALGT profiles as a turnaround stock while DAL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
DAL is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
DAL generates stronger free cash flow (395M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DAL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 18.7% revenue growth. ALGT offers better value entry with a 16.9% 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.
Allegiant Travel Company
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Allegiant Travel Company, a leisure travel company, provides travel products and services to residents of underserved cities in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Visit Website →Delta Air Lines Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Delta Air Lines, Inc., typically referred to as Delta, is one of the major airlines of the United States and a legacy carrier. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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