Advance Auto Parts Inc (AAP)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
AAP
Advance Auto Parts Inc
$42.66
+4.02%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.57B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$375.30
+0.96%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.44T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 1102% more annual revenue ($103.62B vs $8.62B). TSLA leads profitability with a 3.7% profit margin vs 1.0%. AAP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. AAP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
AAP
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
TSLA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.3%
Fair Value
$85.55
Current Price
$42.66
$42.89 discount
Margin of Safety
-40.4%
Fair Value
$260.86
Current Price
$375.30
$114.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 260.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 0.5%
Trading at 17.1x 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 : AAP
The strongest argument for AAP centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.80 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 : AAP
The primary concerns for AAP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 1.0% 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 332.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAP profiles as a value stock while TSLA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
AAP generates stronger free cash flow (195M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAP scores higher overall (60/100 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.
Advance Auto Parts Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO PARTS · USA
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (Advance) is an American automotive aftermarket parts provider. Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, it serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself (DIY) customers.
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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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