AutoZone Inc (AZO)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
AZO
AutoZone Inc
$3,045.87
+0.11%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $49.24B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$332.81
-1.59%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.29T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 418% more annual revenue ($103.62B vs $19.99B). AZO leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 3.7%. AZO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.37. AZO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
AZO
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TSLA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-84.8%
Fair Value
$2021.77
Current Price
$3045.87
$1024.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-27.8%
Fair Value
$260.37
Current Price
$332.81
$72.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 25.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 14.9x book value
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AZO
The strongest argument for AZO centers on Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.37 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TSLA
The strongest argument for TSLA centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AZO
The primary concerns for AZO are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TSLA
The primary concerns for TSLA are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 300.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZO profiles as a value stock while TSLA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
TSLA is growing revenue faster at 25.5% — sustainability is the question.
AZO generates stronger free cash flow (456M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AZO scores higher overall (53/100 vs 31/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AutoZone Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
AutoZone, Inc. is an American retailer of aftermarket automotive parts and accessories, the largest in the United States.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Tesla, Inc. is an American electric vehicle and clean energy company based in Palo Alto, California. Tesla's current products include electric cars, battery energy storage from home to grid-scale, solar panels and solar roof tiles, as well as other related products and services. In 2020, Tesla had the highest sales in the plug-in and battery electric passenger car segments, capturing 16% of the plug-in market (which includes plug-in hybrids) and 23% of the battery-electric (purely electric) market. Through its subsidiary Tesla Energy, the company develops and is a major installer of solar photovoltaic energy generation systems in the United States. Tesla Energy is also one of the largest global suppliers of battery energy storage systems, with 3 GWh of battery storage supplied in 2020.
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