Dollar Tree Inc (DLTR)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
DLTR
Dollar Tree Inc
$106.64
+0.10%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $21.18B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$385.95
-3.59%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.45T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 389% more annual revenue ($94.83B vs $19.41B). DLTR leads profitability with a 6.6% profit margin vs 4.0%. DLTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. DLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DLTR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TSLA
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+11.4%
Fair Value
$141.13
Current Price
$106.64
$34.49 discount
Margin of Safety
-4969.6%
Fair Value
$7.34
Current Price
$385.95
$378.61 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
6.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 17.6x book value
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DLTR
The strongest argument for DLTR centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TSLA
The strongest argument for TSLA centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : DLTR
The primary concerns for DLTR are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSLA
The primary concerns for TSLA are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 357.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.93 — expect wider price swings.
DLTR is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
TSLA generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DLTR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 23/100). 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.
Dollar Tree Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Dollar Tree is an American chain of discount variety stores that sells items for $1 or less, headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia.
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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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