Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT)vsUnited Airlines Holdings Inc (UAL)
ALGT
Allegiant Travel Company
$84.89
+1.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.54B
UAL
United Airlines Holdings Inc
$92.95
-0.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $30.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Airlines Holdings Inc generates 2166% more annual revenue ($59.07B vs $2.61B). UAL leads profitability with a 5.7% profit margin vs -1.7%. ALGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. UAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ALGT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
UAL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ALGT.
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$201.55
Current Price
$92.95
$108.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.5% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
4.8% revenue growth
5.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALGT
The strongest argument for ALGT centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UAL
The strongest argument for UAL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ALGT
The primary concerns for ALGT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UAL
The primary concerns for UAL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.39 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALGT profiles as a turnaround stock while UAL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALGT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
UAL is growing revenue faster at 4.8% — sustainability is the question.
ALGT generates stronger free cash flow (90M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAL scores higher overall (60/100 vs 48/100). 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.
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.
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INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (formerly known as United Continental Holdings, Inc., UAL Corporation, Allegis Corporation and founded originally as UAL, Inc.) is a publicly traded airline holding company headquartered in the Willis Tower in Chicago. UAH owns and operates United Airlines, Inc.
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