Alaska Air Group Inc (ALK)vsRyanair Holdings PLC ADR (RYAAY)
ALK
Alaska Air Group Inc
$42.82
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.27B
RYAAY
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR
$56.98
+0.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $30.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR generates 8% more annual revenue ($15.54B vs $14.40B). RYAAY leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs 0.5%. RYAAY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. RYAAY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ALK
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
RYAAY
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+54.2%
Fair Value
$125.55
Current Price
$42.82
$82.73 discount
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$191.48
Current Price
$56.98
$134.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 79.0%
Operating margin of -20.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALK
The strongest argument for ALK centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RYAAY
The strongest argument for RYAAY centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ALK
The primary concerns for ALK are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 96.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RYAAY
The primary concerns for RYAAY are EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
RYAAY is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
RYAAY generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AIRLINES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
RYAAY scores higher overall (59/100 vs 50/100). ALK offers better value entry with a 54.2% 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.
Alaska Air Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Alaska Air Group is an airline holding company based in SeaTac, Washington, United States.
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Ryanair Holdings plc, offers regular passenger airline services in Ireland, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Germany and other European countries. The company is headquartered in Swords, Ireland.
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