Copa Holdings SA (CPA)vsLATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)
CPA
Copa Holdings SA
$157.19
+0.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.41B
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$56.90
-2.80%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LATAM Airlines Group S.A. generates 298% more annual revenue ($15.00B vs $3.77B). CPA leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs 11.2%. CPA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. CPA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
CPA
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
LTM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.3%
Fair Value
$141.61
Current Price
$157.19
$15.58 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LTM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
17.0% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 87 in profit
Earnings expanding 70.7% YoY
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 9.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPA
The strongest argument for CPA centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 24.6%. Revenue growth of 17.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LTM
The strongest argument for LTM centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CPA
The primary concerns for CPA are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : LTM
The primary concerns for LTM are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
LTM is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
LTM generates stronger free cash flow (588M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AIRLINES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CPA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 18.8% margins and 17.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Copa Holdings SA
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Copa Holdings, SA, provides airline passenger and cargo services. The company is headquartered in Panama City, Panama.
Visit Website →LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
LATAM Airlines Group SA, provides passenger and cargo air transport services in Peru, Argentina, the United States, Europe, Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, Asia Pacific and the rest of Latin America.
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