Li Auto Inc (LI)vsToyota Motor Corporation ADR (TM)
LI
Li Auto Inc
$11.81
+1.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $12.18B
TM
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
$198.20
+2.97%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $233.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR generates 49482% more annual revenue ($51.96T vs $104.79B). TM leads profitability with a 8.6% profit margin vs -4.4%. TM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. TM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
LI
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
TM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.6%
Fair Value
$82.13
Current Price
$11.81
$70.32 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 86.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.1x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LI
The strongest argument for LI centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TM
The strongest argument for TM centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LI
The primary concerns for LI are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TM
The primary concerns for TM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
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 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
TM is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
LI generates stronger free cash flow (-1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 33/100) and 10.4% revenue growth. LI offers better value entry with a 76.6% margin of safety. 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.
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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