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Tesla, Inc.Opportunity Rank #261(TSLA) Intrinsic Value & DCF Analysis (2026)

Current Price

$405.05

Last updated: Jun 23, 2026

Price vs Intrinsic Value

$405.05
Price
$117.02
Intrinsic Value
Overvalued by 71%MOS: $93.62

Fundamental Score

41/100
Bearish

Weighted across 6 signals

Narrative Score

78/100
Strong

-2 vs previous

Trend Score

41/100
Weak

As of 2026-06-22

The intrinsic value of Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) is estimated at $117.02 per share based on a 10-year discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis. At the current price of $405.05, the stock appears overvalued relative to its projected cash flow fundamentals. This estimate assumes a 7.07% long-term growth rate and an 11.47% discount rate, reflecting expected future free cash flow and cost of capital.

The intrinsic value of Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) is estimated at $117.02 per share based on a 10-year discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis. At the current price of $405.05, the stock appears overvalued relative to its projected cash flow fundamentals. This estimate assumes a 7.07% long-term growth rate and an 11.47% discount rate, reflecting expected future free cash flow and cost of capital.

Valuation Details

$117.02
-71.11% downside
20% margin of safety: $93.62
Years: 10Growth Rate: 7.07%
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Capital Efficiency

Average Quarterly ROIC
2.15%
Cost of Capital (estimated)8%
Value StatusUnderperforming Capital

The company is earning below its required return. This may indicate inefficient use of capital or excess cash that isn't being reinvested.

Complete historical ROIC is available with
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Fundamental Details

41/100
BearishWeighted across 6 signals
DCF Discount
71.1% premium to price
0
FCF Yield
1.7% trailing FCF yield
0
ROIC vs WACC
ROIC 2.2% vs WACC 8.0% (0.3x)
13
Net Debt / FCF
Net cash position
100
Buybacks
Share count shrinking
80
FCF CAGR (5Y)
23.2% 5Y FCF CAGR
100
Strengths: Net Debt / FCF, Buybacks. Concerns: DCF Discount, FCF Yield.

Narrative Details

78/100
Strong
-2 vs previous · +3 new driversVs 6-Month Baseline:Below Avg (25th pct)Weighted across 6 recent drivers
Trend: StableConfidence: 100%Updated: 36m ago
Sources: 220 (200 News · 20 Analyst)
Drivers(last 30 days)
171 news sentiment+4.6
8 legal risk-1.9
3 upgrade headlines+0.3
Restructuring-0.2
Layoffs-0.2
2 analyst upgrades+0.1

Trend Details

41/100
WeakAs of 2026-06-22308 daily bars used
6M Relative Strength vs SPY-24.2%
3M Relative Strength vs SPY-4.7%
Distance from 52-Week High-17.3%
Price vs 21 EMA46 · -0.6%
Price vs 50 EMA49 · -0.2%
21 EMA vs 50 EMA53 · +0.4%
3M RS vs SPY31 · -4.7%
6M RS vs SPY6 · -24.2%
Distance from 52W High65 · -17.3%

Investment Coach

Updating... 12d ago
AVOIDConfidence: 78%
Thesis
Tesla, Inc. is currently significantly overvalued with its market price approximately 67.6% above the estimated fair value, supported by a strong narrative but weak fundamentals. The company’s returns are trailing its cost of capital, indicating underlying financial challenges despite positive growth trends.
Key Risk
The key risk is that Tesla’s return on invested capital remains below its weighted average cost of capital, which could continue to pressure its valuation and financial performance.
Signals To Watch
  • Watch for the stock price to decline to at least a mid-teens discount to fair value.
  • Track the spread between ROIC and WACC for signs of sustained improvement.
  • Monitor the narrative score for meaningful shifts that could impact investor sentiment.
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Historical Growth Rates
Free Cash Flow- - -Trend CAGR: 8.04%5 Year CAGR: 5.96%

Free Cash Flow (in millions)

TTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200820072006
$26,056$23,274$26,265$22,155$21,896$19,511$9,185$3,842$4,417$4,020$1,317$1,110$913$529-$25$84-$88-$69-$42-$44$3

How Intrinziq Estimates Fair Value

Intrinziq estimates Tesla, Inc.'s intrinsic value using a discounted cash flow (DCF) model based on free cash flow trends and a market-based discount rate. The model projects future cash flows over ten years and discounts them using a market return assumption to estimate fair value.

Tesla, Inc.Consumer Cyclical

Tesla, Inc. operates globally, specializing in the creation, production, and distribution of electric vehicles, alongside comprehensive energy generation and storage solutions. Its market reach extends across the United States, China, and various other international regions. The company's operations are primarily divided into two main segments: its Automotive business and its Energy Generation and Storage division. Within its Automotive division, Tesla not only provides a range of electric cars but also generates revenue from selling automotive regulatory credits. This segment further encompasses a variety of post-sale services, including non-warranty vehicle support, sales of pre-owned vehicles, various retail products, and car insurance offerings. Customers can acquire Tesla's sedans and sport utility vehicles through direct sales, purchases of used vehicles, or via in-app upgrades often facilitated by the extensive Tesla Supercharger network. The company supports these acquisitions with financing and leasing options. Furthermore, it ensures vehicle upkeep through its proprietary service centers and a fleet of mobile technicians, complemented by both standard and extended vehicle warranty programs. The Energy Generation and Storage segment focuses on the development, manufacturing, setup, sale, and rental of solar power systems and energy storage products, along with associated services. This caters to a diverse clientele, spanning residential users, commercial enterprises, industrial entities, and public utilities. Distribution channels include Tesla's online platform, physical stores, galleries, and a network of collaborative partners. The company also offers servicing and repairs for its energy products, including warranty support, and provides multiple financing avenues for those investing in its solar solutions. Founded in 2003, the corporation was initially named Tesla Motors, Inc., before officially rebranding to Tesla, Inc. in February 2017. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Austin, Texas.

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