MGM Resorts International (MGM)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
MGM
MGM Resorts International
$39.27
-1.18%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $10.05B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$381.63
+2.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.43T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 458% more annual revenue ($97.88B vs $17.54B). TSLA leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs 1.2%. MGM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.97. MGM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
MGM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
TSLA
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.6%
Fair Value
$94.60
Current Price
$39.27
$55.33 discount
Margin of Safety
-46.5%
Fair Value
$260.51
Current Price
$381.63
$121.12 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 115.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
15.8% revenue growth
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.2% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 17.4x book value
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MGM
The strongest argument for MGM centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. 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 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MGM
The primary concerns for MGM are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 51.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 23.11 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSLA
The primary concerns for TSLA are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 343.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MGM profiles as a value stock while TSLA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — expect wider price swings.
TSLA is growing revenue faster at 15.8% — sustainability is the question.
TSLA generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MGM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 33/100). 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.
MGM Resorts International
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESORTS & CASINOS · USA
MGM Resorts International is an American global hospitality and entertainment company operating destination resorts globally.
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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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