LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM)vsNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)
LTM
LATAM Airlines Group S.A.
$53.68
+1.04%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.71B
NOC
Northrop Grumman Corporation
$563.68
+0.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Northrop Grumman Corporation generates 182% more annual revenue ($42.37B vs $15.00B). LTM leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs 10.8%. LTM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.58. LTM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
LTM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
NOC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
Earnings expanding 84.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
4.4% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : NOC
The strongest argument for NOC centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on 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 : NOC
The primary concerns for NOC are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTM profiles as a growth stock while NOC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LTM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — 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 63/100) and 21.9% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is an American multinational aerospace and defense technology company.
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