Adient PLC (ADNT)vsHesai Group Sponsored ADR (HSAI)
ADNT
Adient PLC
$19.42
+3.02%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.65B
HSAI
Hesai Group Sponsored ADR
$19.22
+8.28%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $21.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Adient PLC generates 369% more annual revenue ($14.94B vs $3.18B). HSAI leads profitability with a 14.8% profit margin vs 0.4%. ADNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.14. ADNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
ADNT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
HSAI
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.6%
Fair Value
$23.48
Current Price
$19.42
$4.06 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HSAI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.4% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 13.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADNT
The strongest argument for ADNT centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HSAI
The strongest argument for HSAI centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 29.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ADNT
The primary concerns for ADNT are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : HSAI
The primary concerns for HSAI are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADNT profiles as a value stock while HSAI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
HSAI is growing revenue faster at 29.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor AUTO PARTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ADNT scores higher overall (54/100 vs 51/100). 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.
Adient PLC
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Adient plc designs, manufactures and markets a range of seating systems and components for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and light trucks. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
Hesai Group Sponsored ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · China
Hesai Group, engages in the development, manufacture, and sale of three-dimensional light detection and ranging solutions (LiDAR). The company is headquartered in Shanghai, China.
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