LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)vsMesa Air Group Inc (MESA)
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$48.32
-2.80%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.59B
MESA
Mesa Air Group Inc
$1.40
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LATAM Airlines Group S.A. generates 3594% more annual revenue ($15.00B vs $406.02M). LTM leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs -43.7%. LTM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
LTM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
MESA
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.1x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -378.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : MESA
The strongest argument for MESA centers on Debt/Equity.
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.
Bear Case : MESA
The primary concerns for MESA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTM profiles as a growth stock while MESA is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MESA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.49 — 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.
Bottom Line
LTM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 36/100) and 21.9% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Mesa Air Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
Mesa Air Group, Inc. is the parent company of Mesa Airlines, Inc. providing regional air transportation services under capacity purchase agreements with American Airlines and United Airlines. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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