Li Auto Inc (LI)vsToyota Motor Corporation ADR (TM)
LI
Li Auto Inc
$14.20
-2.54%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $14.42B
TM
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
$177.16
-1.30%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $228.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR generates 46243% more annual revenue ($50.68T vs $109.37B). TM leads profitability with a 7.6% profit margin vs -1.7%. LI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. TM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
LI
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
TM
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+78.3%
Fair Value
$88.38
Current Price
$14.20
$74.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 398.2B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 23.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 11.4%
Earnings declined 99.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.1x book value
1.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LI
The strongest argument for LI centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TM
The strongest argument for TM centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : LI
The primary concerns for LI are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TM
The primary concerns for TM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LI profiles as a turnaround stock while TM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.51 — expect wider price swings.
TM is growing revenue faster at 1.9% — sustainability is the question.
TM generates stronger free cash flow (398.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TM scores higher overall (60/100 vs 41/100). LI offers better value entry with a 78.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Li Auto Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · China
Li Auto Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and sells smart electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Toyota Motor Corporation designs, manufactures, assembles and sells passenger cars, minivans and commercial vehicles, and related parts and accessories. The company is headquartered in Toyota, Japan.
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