JetBlue Airways Corp (JBLU)vsRyanair Holdings PLC ADR (RYAAY)
JBLU
JetBlue Airways Corp
$6.00
+0.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.15B
RYAAY
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR
$64.17
+0.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $31.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ryanair Holdings PLC ADR generates 70% more annual revenue ($15.54B vs $9.16B). RYAAY leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs -7.8%. RYAAY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. RYAAY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
JBLU
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
RYAAY
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.3%
Fair Value
$18.34
Current Price
$6.00
$12.34 discount
Margin of Safety
+65.8%
Fair Value
$190.07
Current Price
$64.17
$125.90 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
4.7% revenue growth
ROE of -39.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 82.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Earnings declined 79.0%
Operating margin of -20.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JBLU
The strongest argument for JBLU centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.88 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 : JBLU
The primary concerns for JBLU are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 5.16 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RYAAY
The primary concerns for RYAAY are EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JBLU profiles as a turnaround stock while RYAAY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBLU carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — 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.
Bottom Line
RYAAY scores higher overall (56/100 vs 47/100). JBLU offers better value entry with a 68.3% margin of safety. 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.
JetBlue Airways Corp
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
JetBlue Airways Corporation provides passenger air transportation services. The company is headquartered in Long Island City, New York.
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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