Copa Holdings SA (CPA)vsLATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)
CPA
Copa Holdings SA
$108.98
-1.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.78B
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$47.71
-3.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LATAM Airlines Group S.A. generates 294% more annual revenue ($14.27B vs $3.62B). CPA leads profitability with a 18.6% profit margin vs 10.2%. CPA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. CPA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
CPA
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
LTM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.6%
Fair Value
$253.50
Current Price
$108.98
$144.52 discount
Margin of Safety
+73.6%
Fair Value
$232.13
Current Price
$47.71
$184.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 143 in profit
Earnings expanding 87.5% YoY
16.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 18.6% and operating margin at 22.5%. PEG of 0.95 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LTM
The strongest argument for LTM centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 16.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CPA
The primary concerns for CPA are Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LTM
The primary concerns for LTM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPA profiles as a mature stock while LTM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LTM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
LTM is growing revenue faster at 16.1% — sustainability is the question.
LTM generates stronger free cash flow (571M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CPA scores higher overall (77/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 18.6% margins. LTM offers better value entry with a 73.6% 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.
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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