OPENLANE, Inc. (OPLN)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
OPLN
OPENLANE, Inc.
$35.28
+1.47%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.33B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$365.44
+0.52%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.44T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 4893% more annual revenue ($103.62B vs $2.08B). OPLN leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs 3.7%. OPLN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. OPLN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
OPLN
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSLA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.9%
Fair Value
$19.80
Current Price
$35.28
$15.48 premium
Margin of Safety
-40.2%
Fair Value
$260.64
Current Price
$365.44
$104.80 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 113.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.1% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 25.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 16.6x 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 : OPLN
The strongest argument for OPLN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.22 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 : OPLN
The primary concerns for OPLN are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TSLA
The primary concerns for TSLA are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 332.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
TSLA is growing revenue faster at 25.5% — sustainability is the question.
OPLN generates stronger free cash flow (39M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
OPLN scores higher overall (67/100 vs 31/100) and 15.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
OPENLANE, Inc.
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
OPENLANE, Inc., is a digital marketplace for used vehicles, which connects sellers and buyers in the United States, Canada, Continental Europe and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana.
Tesla Inc
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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