Mattel Inc (MAT)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
MAT
Mattel Inc
$14.01
+1.45%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.93B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$365.44
+0.52%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.44T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 1787% more annual revenue ($103.62B vs $5.49B). MAT leads profitability with a 7.8% profit margin vs 3.7%. MAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. MAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
MAT
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TSLA
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.5%
Fair Value
$20.65
Current Price
$14.01
$6.64 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 25.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
7.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.3%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : MAT
The strongest argument for MAT centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.97 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 : MAT
The primary concerns for MAT are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity.
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
MAT 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.
MAT generates stronger free cash flow (-178M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MAT scores higher overall (63/100 vs 31/100) and 10.5% revenue growth. 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.
Mattel Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · LEISURE · USA
Mattel, Inc., a children's entertainment company, designs and produces toys and consumer products worldwide. The company is headquartered in El Segundo, California.
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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