Patrick Industries Inc (PATK)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
PATK
Patrick Industries Inc
$88.84
+2.69%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.74B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$328.58
+2.83%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.29T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 2531% more annual revenue ($103.62B vs $3.94B). PATK leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs 3.7%. PATK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.46. PATK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
PATK
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TSLA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PATK.
Margin of Safety
-23.5%
Fair Value
$260.29
Current Price
$328.58
$68.29 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 33.3% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 25.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
3.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.6%
Trading at 14.7x 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 : PATK
The strongest argument for PATK centers on Price/Book, EPS 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 : PATK
The primary concerns for PATK are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TSLA
The primary concerns for TSLA are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 300.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PATK profiles as a value stock while TSLA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
TSLA is growing revenue faster at 25.5% — sustainability is the question.
PATK generates stronger free cash flow (-33M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PATK scores higher overall (54/100 vs 31/100). 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.
Patrick Industries Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RECREATIONAL VEHICLES · USA
Patrick Industries Inc. (PATK), headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of component products catering primarily to the recreational vehicle, marine, manufactured housing, and industrial markets. With a diverse portfolio that includes cabinetry, decorative surfaces, and building materials, the company leverages its extensive industry experience to promote operational efficiency and innovate product offerings. Committed to sustainability and strategic growth through acquisitions, Patrick Industries is strategically poised to benefit from the escalating demand within the recreational vehicle sector, offering compelling growth prospects and value creation opportunities for institutional investors.
Visit Website →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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