Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT)vsDelta Air Lines Inc (DAL)
ALGT
Allegiant Travel Company
$84.12
-0.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.46B
DAL
Delta Air Lines Inc
$79.50
+1.50%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $54.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Delta Air Lines Inc generates 2369% more annual revenue ($65.18B vs $2.64B). DAL leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs -1.3%. ALGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. DAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ALGT
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
DAL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.3%
Fair Value
$132.18
Current Price
$84.12
$48.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-58.1%
Fair Value
$52.52
Current Price
$79.50
$26.98 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 32.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 44.6% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
6.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALGT
The strongest argument for ALGT centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, 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, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 12.9% 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, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALGT profiles as a turnaround stock while DAL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
DAL is growing revenue faster at 12.9% — sustainability is the question.
DAL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DAL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 59/100) and 12.9% revenue growth. ALGT offers better value entry with a 17.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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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