Pure Storage Inc (PSTG)vsTesla Inc (TSLA)
PSTG
Pure Storage Inc
$62.63
-4.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.68B
TSLA
Tesla Inc
$367.96
-3.24%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.50T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Tesla Inc generates 2489% more annual revenue ($94.83B vs $3.66B). PSTG leads profitability with a 5.1% profit margin vs 4.0%. PSTG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. PSTG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
PSTG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TSLA
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-195.4%
Fair Value
$25.74
Current Price
$62.63
$36.89 premium
Margin of Safety
-5081.2%
Fair Value
$7.34
Current Price
$367.96
$360.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 140.6% YoY
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.3x book value
5.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 16.8x book value
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PSTG
The strongest argument for PSTG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TSLA
The strongest argument for TSLA centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PSTG
The primary concerns for PSTG are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 113.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TSLA
The primary concerns for TSLA are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 369.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSTG profiles as a growth stock while TSLA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.93 — expect wider price swings.
PSTG is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
TSLA generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSTG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 23/100) and 20.4% 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.
Pure Storage Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Pure Storage, Inc. provides data storage technology and solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, 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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