Buckle Inc (BKE)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
BKE
Buckle Inc
$43.94
-0.32%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.27B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$390.84
+1.69%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.58T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 7696% more annual revenue ($103.57B vs $1.33B). BKE leads profitability with a 16.6% profit margin vs 3.1%. BKE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.32. BKE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BKE
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TSLA
Avoid24
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.3%
Fair Value
$46.45
Current Price
$43.94
$2.51 premium
Margin of Safety
-37.0%
Fair Value
$261.56
Current Price
$390.84
$129.28 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Trading at 17.3x book value
ROE of 3.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKE
The strongest argument for BKE centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.6% and operating margin at 20.8%.
Bull Case : TSLA
The strongest argument for TSLA centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BKE
The primary concerns for BKE are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TSLA
The primary concerns for TSLA are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 439.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — expect wider price swings.
BKE is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
TSLA generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor APPAREL RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BKE scores higher overall (56/100 vs 24/100), backed by strong 16.6% margins. 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.
Buckle Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
The Buckle, Inc. is a retailer of casual clothing, footwear and accessories for young men and women in the United States. The company is headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska.
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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