Delta Air Lines Inc (DAL)vsLATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)
DAL
Delta Air Lines Inc
$63.44
-2.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $39.74B
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$47.71
-3.24%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Delta Air Lines Inc generates 344% more annual revenue ($63.36B vs $14.27B). LTM leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs 7.9%. LTM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.58. DAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DAL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
LTM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+80.1%
Fair Value
$358.49
Current Price
$63.44
$295.05 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 28 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 44.6% YoY
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
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
2.9% revenue growth
7.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DAL
The strongest argument for DAL centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book.
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 : DAL
The primary concerns for DAL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LTM
The primary concerns for LTM are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DAL profiles as a value stock while LTM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DAL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
LTM is growing revenue faster at 16.1% — sustainability is the question.
DAL generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DAL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 63/100). 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.
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.
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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