Controladora Vuela (VLRS) could be a great choice for investors looking to buy stocks that have gained strong momentum recently but are still trading at reasonable prices. It is one of the several stocks that made it through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen.
Controladora Vuela (VLRS) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.
Good cost control allowed Volaris to report better-than-expected EBITDAR in Q2'24, with EBITDAR up 23% on a 7% revenue decline driven by 17% less capacity. Engine repair turnaround times are improving, but capacity is still likely to be down 14% in 2024, and prioritizing higher-profit routes can only offset a portion of that headwind. A weaker Mexican economy and weaker domestic travel is a risk for 2024, but over the longer term, Volaris still has an opportunity to benefit from growing air travel in Mexico.
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Controladora Vuela (VLRS) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2024, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
Volaris experienced revenue growth in Q1 despite a 13% capacity reduction, with TRASM up 21% due to market constraints. The company expects further capacity reductions in Q2 but anticipates improved EBITDAR margins and increased CapEx for engine procurement. Despite facing challenges and a lower stock price, Volaris remains undervalued due to efficient cost management and revenue optimization strategies.