What is TSLA's DCF valuation?

Tesla Inc (TSLA) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of June 24, 2025, Tesla Inc has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $301.28 per share. With the current market price at $348.68, this represents a potential upside of -13.6%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $172.09
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $301.28
Potential Upside (5-year) -50.6%
Potential Upside (10-year) -13.6%
Discount Rate (WACC) 5.8% - 9.0%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $97690 million in 12-2024 to $267168 million by 12-2034, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately 10.6%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2024 97690 1%
12-2025 88674 -9%
12-2026 105430 19%
12-2027 122662 16%
12-2028 138442 13%
12-2029 156240 13%
12-2030 174763 12%
12-2031 195595 12%
12-2032 220150 13%
12-2033 245663 12%
12-2034 267168 9%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from 7% in 12-2024 to 25% by 12-2034, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2024 7153 7%
12-2025 9390 11%
12-2026 14438 14%
12-2027 20415 17%
12-2028 26920 19%
12-2029 34539 22%
12-2030 39518 23%
12-2031 45207 23%
12-2032 51974 24%
12-2033 59202 24%
12-2034 65683 25%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $7734 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 11% of revenue.

2. Depreciation & Amortization

Depreciation is based on an average useful life of 5 years for capital assets.

Fiscal Year D&A (USD millions)
12-2025 9028
12-2026 9736
12-2027 10989
12-2028 12243
12-2029 13398
12-2030 15284

3. Working Capital Requirements

Net working capital is expected to increase gradually, with projected changes affecting free cash flow.

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 13
Days Inventory 65
Days Payables 72

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
9M/2025 14754 1809 7286 (1,282) 6941
2026 26504 3708 11551 1086 10160
2027 35045 5243 13439 680 15683
2028 44268 6913 15168 185 22001
2029 54766 8870 17118 780 27999

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 5.8% - 9.0%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 3.0% - 5.0%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 8.9x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 172.09 -50.6%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 301.28 -13.6%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 111.70 -68.0%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 191.72 -45.0%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $545,481M
  • 10-Year Model: $961,597M

Investment Conclusion

Is Tesla Inc (TSLA) a buy or a sell? Tesla Inc is definitely a sell. Based on our DCF analysis, Tesla Inc (TSLA) appears to be overvalued with upside potential of -13.6%. The company's strong projected growth in revenue and profitability, coupled with consistent capital expenditure, supports our positive outlook on its intrinsic value.

Key investment drivers include:

  • Expanding profit margins (from 7% to 25%)
  • Steady revenue growth (10.6% CAGR)
  • Strong free cash flow generation

Investors should consider reducing exposure at the current market price of $348.68.