Installed Building Products Inc (IBP)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
IBP
Installed Building Products Inc
$284.55
-3.20%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $7.67B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$381.63
+2.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.43T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 3195% more annual revenue ($97.88B vs $2.97B). IBP leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 4.0%. IBP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.20. IBP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
IBP
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TSLA
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IBP.
Margin of Safety
-46.5%
Fair Value
$260.51
Current Price
$381.63
$121.12 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
15.8% revenue growth
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.7x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 17.4x book value
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IBP
The strongest argument for IBP centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.20 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 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IBP
The primary concerns for IBP are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TSLA
The primary concerns for TSLA are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 343.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBP profiles as a value stock while TSLA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IBP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.99 — expect wider price swings.
TSLA is growing revenue faster at 15.8% — sustainability is the question.
TSLA generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IBP scores higher overall (55/100 vs 33/100). 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.
Installed Building Products Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
Installed Building Products, Inc. is engaged in the installation of insulation, waterproofing, fire protection, fire protection, garage doors, rain gutters, window blinds, shower doors, closet shelving and mirrors and other products in the Continental United States. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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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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