Tesla [TSLA] vs General Motors [GM] Detailed Stock Comparison
Tesla
NASDAQ
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General Motors
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Tesla wins in 8 metrics, General Motors wins in 11 metrics, with 0 ties. General Motors appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Tesla | General Motors | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 192.81 | 9.41 | General Motors |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 14.64 | 0.88 | General Motors |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 17.41 | 200.19 | Tesla |
| PEG Ratio | 104.73 | -0.38 | General Motors |
| EV/EBITDA | 85.25 | 10.59 | General Motors |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 6.38% | 2.55% | Tesla |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 2.55% | 4.70% | General Motors |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 2.55% | 4.70% | General Motors |
| Return on Equity | 8.77% | 6.96% | Tesla |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 3.72% | 2.27% | Tesla |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $3.58B | $-5.98B | Tesla |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.75% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 71.88% | 31.63% | Tesla |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 11.42 | 0.31 | General Motors |
| Enterprise Value | $1,069.90B | $176.25B | Tesla |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 11.18 | 0.94 | General Motors |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 16.31% | 9.05% | Tesla |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $30 | $182 | General Motors |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.76 | $6.52 | General Motors |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 2.43 | 1.32 | General Motors |
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Tesla vs General Motors Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla | -1.42% | -2.40% | 28.66% | 36.30% | 60.82% | 13.33% |
| General Motors | 1.30% | -1.81% | 4.12% | 13.69% | 31.00% | 17.05% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla | 71.88% | 92.69% | 197.11% | 2,822.03% | 31,505.15% | 33,480.47% |
| General Motors | 31.63% | 78.85% | 86.97% | 82.49% | 75.51% | 1,622.92% |
News Based Sentiment: Tesla vs General Motors
Tesla
News based Sentiment: MIXED
Tesla reported strong Q3 deliveries and energy storage deployments, but the expiration of the federal EV tax credit introduced new challenges, leading to price adjustments and mixed analyst sentiment. The company's future success is increasingly tied to its AI ambitions, creating both significant opportunity and risk for investors.
General Motors
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October was a mixed month for GM, with positive developments in securing lithium supplies and extending EV tax credits offset by a significant recall, layoffs, and notable insider selling. The conflicting signals create a complex investment picture, making it a significant but not entirely positive month for the company.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Tesla vs General Motors
| Metric | TSLA | GM |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.09T | $58.66B |
| Market Cap Category | Mega cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 108,508,770 | 7,738,102 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 109,904,993 | 7,061,864 |
| Last Close | $429.83 | $60.13 |
| 52 Week Range | $212.11 - $488.54 | $41.60 - $62.14 |
| % from 52W High | -12.02% | -3.23% |
| All-Time High | $488.54 (Dec 16, 2024) | $67.21 (Jan 03, 2022) |
| % from All-Time High | -12.02% | -10.53% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.09% | -0.02% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.71% | -0.35% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.06% | 0.03% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.03% | 0.05% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.09% | 0.07% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 17.41 | 200.19 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $23.18 | $69.35 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $11.49 | $21.99 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $16.84B | $23.97B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $3.36B | $1.41B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.75% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.36 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Tesla vs General Motors
| Metric | TSLA | GM |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 192.81 | 9.41 |
| Forward P/E | 104.73 | 5.80 |
| PEG Ratio | 104.73 | -0.38 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 11.42 | 0.31 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 14.64 | 0.88 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.09T | $58.66B |
| Enterprise Value | $1.07T | $176.25B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 11.18 | 0.94 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 85.25 | 10.59 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 2.43 | 1.32 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $23.18 | $69.35 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Tesla vs General Motors
Financial Metrics
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Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | TSLA | GM |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $19.34B | $44.02B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $16.18B | $38.68B |
| Gross Profit | $3.15B | $5.34B |
| Research & Development | $1.41B | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $493.00M | $3.35B |
| EBITDA | $2.22B | $6.66B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $589.00M | $3.57B |
| Income Tax | $169.00M | $719.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $420.00M | $2.85B |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | TSLA | GM |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $16.14B | $20.57B |
| Total Current Assets | $58.36B | $110.01B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $28.82B | $90.75B |
| Long-Term Debt | $10.36B | $96.74B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $73.68B | $66.43B |
| Retained Earnings | $35.21B | $55.14B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $20.99B | $90.93B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | TSLA | GM |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $5.14B | $5.74B |
| Capital Expenditures | $-2.78B | $-1.68B |
| Free Cash Flow | $2.03B | $33.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-807.00M | $-15.22B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-2.01B |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | TSLA | GM |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 81.32M | 18.93M |
| Short Ratio | 0.58 | 2.84 |
| Short % of Float | 0.03% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 108,508,770 | 7,738,102 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 109,904,993 | 7,061,864 |
| Shares Outstanding | 3.22B | 1.00B |
| Float Shares | 2.80B | 949.04M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.13% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.50% | 0.86% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Tesla vs General Motors
| Metric | TSLA | GM |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $0.36 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.75% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $0.35 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.25% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $1.05 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Mar 07, 2025 |