Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) Factsheet
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-10-23. Data as of Q1 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 4.3%. FCF margin 7.2%. D/E 0.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 4.3% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 7.2% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 0.0x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 4.3% — Bottom 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 7.2% — Top 50%.
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Profitability: Tesla, Inc. earns 4.3% ROIC, Bottom 50% in Industrials
ROIC TTM 4.3%, sector median 7.3%, Bottom 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 3.6% × asset turnover 0.7x. Gross margin 19.1%. Operating margin 5.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
| Metric | TSLA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 4.3% | Warning | Below sector median of 7.3% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 4.8% | Warning | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 19.1% | Warning | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 5.0% | Adequate | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: Tesla, Inc. generates $7.0B FCF at 7.2% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $7.0B. FCF margin 7.2%, Top 50%. OCF/Net income 4.3x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
| Metric | TSLA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 7.2% | Adequate | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $7.0B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 4.3x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Tesla, Inc. at 0.0x leverage
Debt/Equity 0.0x. Net cash $43.4B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
| Metric | TSLA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.0x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $43.4B | Excellent | Net cash positive |
Valuation: Tesla, Inc. trades at 310.8x earnings
P/E 310.8x. EV/Sales 11.9x. FCF yield 0.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
| Metric | TSLA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 310.8x | Warning | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 11.9x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 0.6% | Warning | Lower cash yield |
Capital Allocation: Tesla, Inc. returns 0.0% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 0.0%. Capital returned $0 TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
| Metric | TSLA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.0% | Warning | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $0 | Adequate | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 4.3% | Bottom 50% | 0.6x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 7.2% | Top 50% | 1.5x above |
| Gross Margin | 19.1% | Bottom 25% | 0.6x below |
| Operating Margin | 5.0% | Bottom 50% | 0.7x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 4.8% | Bottom 50% | 0.6x below |
| P/E Ratio | 310.8x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | TSLA | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 4.3% | Warning | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 7.3%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 7.2% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 4.7%) |
| Gross Margin | 19.1% | Warning | Bottom 25% of sector (median: 33.1%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 1.6% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 310.8x | Warning | High expectations priced in |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 0.6% | Red flag | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Tesla, Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 4.3%. Sector median 7.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
Q: What is Tesla, Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) has a free cash flow margin of 7.2%, generating $7.0 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
Q: What is Tesla, Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) trades at a P/E ratio of 310.8x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 11.9x. FCF yield 0.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
Q: What is Tesla, Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) grew revenue by 2.3% year-over-year. EPS -37.2% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
Q: How does Tesla, Inc. compare to competitors in Industrials?
Compared to other companies in Industrials, Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) shows: ROIC 4.3%, sector median 7.3% (Bottom 50%). FCF margin 7.2%, sector median 4.7% (Top 50%). Gross margin 19.1%, 14.0pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Industrials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Tesla, Inc.?
Quantitative warning flags for Tesla, Inc. (TSLA): 1) ROIC declining -5.9% over 8 quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-23.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-10-23. TTM metrics as of Q1 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.