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Allegiant Travel Company(ALGT)

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2-STAR RATING
PASS
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$76.42
10/08/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ALGT

10/08/2026: ALGT (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Allegiant Travel Company operates as a low-cost, leisure-focused airline that differentiates itself by connecting smaller, underserved cities to popular vacation destinations. The company has a leading position in its niche and has historically benefited from high ancillary revenue, which bolsters its margins. Its primary growth opportunity lies in its fleet modernization and its expansion into hospitality through the Sunseeker Resort. Investors face risks regarding fuel price volatility, intense competition on leisure routes, and the execution of its capital-intensive resort projects. The stock may suit value-oriented investors willing to accept the cyclical and operational volatility inherent in the airline industry, and market participants should monitor fuel costs and operational performance closely.

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Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is tied to cyclical expansion in leisure travel and airline capacity, which can be volatile.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum fit is conditional on a positive, sustained uptrend in travel demand and airline sector sentiment.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that may appeal to value investors looking for cyclical recovery plays.
Dividend investorMixed fitDividends are subject to the capital-intensive nature of the airline business and potential suspensions.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe airline industry is inherently high-risk due to fuel volatility, operational complexity, and economic sensitivity.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighAirline stocks are prone to sharp price swings based on fuel prices and economic data.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing can decouple from fundamentals during sector-wide downturns or recovery periods.
Competition risk (airline sector)HighAggressive capacity expansion by larger carriers can pressure margins on Allegiant's core routes.
Business qualityMediumThe business model is efficient but highly sensitive to external variables beyond company control.
Dividend incomeMedium / highDividend reliability is lower than in more stable, less capital-intensive sectors.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on managing fleet transitions and the performance of ancillary business ventures.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 96.19%
Avg. Invested days 44
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ALGT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ALGT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+81.4%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin 2.9%), moderate revenue growth (+3.7%), weak profitability (net margin -1.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ALGT's financial health is supported by moderate cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (2.9% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is ALGT's strongest growth driver at +96.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+81.4%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+3.7%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 99.3% and approximately 88.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 10.11% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 12.96%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.51%
Donald Smith & Co Inc 5.46%
American Century Companies Inc 5.25%
T. Rowe Price Investment Management,Inc. 5.06%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ALGT generates approximately $154 of gross profit, $67 of operating income, and $29 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.55%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ALGT has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.09B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 66.33
1Y Target Price 122.43
Price to earnings Ratio 66.33
1Y Target Price 122.43
Volume (30-day avg) 486.6K shares
Beta 1.54
52 Weeks Range 57.11 - 123.63
Updated Date 10/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 57.11 - 123.63
Updated Date 10/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.15

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Airline OperationsPassenger ticket sales and ancillary fees (baggage, seat selection).Most revenue comes from leisure travelers buying tickets and add-on services.
Third-party TravelCommissions and fees from hotels, rental cars, and activity bookings.The company acts as a travel agent to capture more spending from its passengers.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 66.33
Forward PE 6.44
Enterprise Value 3.06B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.72
Enterprise Value 3.06B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.72
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.06
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.05
Shares Outstanding 27.34M
Shares Floating 24.30M
Shares Outstanding 27.34M
Shares Floating 24.30M
Percent Insiders 10.11
Percent Institutions 99.27

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

About Allegiant Travel Company

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Las Vegas, NV, United States
IPO Launch date 2006-12-08
CEO & Director Mr. Gregory Clark Anderson CPA
Sector Industrials
Industry Airlines
Full time employees 8484
Full time employees 8484

Allegiant Travel Company, a leisure travel company, provides travel and leisure services and products to residents of under-served cities in the United States. The company offers scheduled air transportation on limited-frequency, nonstop flights between underserved cities and leisure destinations. As of February 1, 2026, it operated a fleet of 106 Airbus A320 series aircraft and 16 Boeing 737 series aircraft. The company also provides air-related services and products in conjunction with air transportation, including larger seats, baggage fees, advance seat assignments, travel protection products, change fees, priority boarding, customer convenience fee, food and beverage purchases on board, and other air-related services, as well as use of its call center for purchases. In addition, it offers third party travel products, such as hotel rooms, rental cars, and travel insurance from a third-party insurer; air transportation services; and charter services on a year-round and ad-hoc basis. Further, the company owns and operates a golf course. Allegiant Travel Company was founded in 1997 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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