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Group 1 - Tesla's attempt to trademark "Robotaxi" has been refused by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for being too generic, while another application for the same term related to its ride-hailing service is still under examination [1][3][6] - Applications for the trademark "Cybercab" have been halted due to other companies pursuing similar "Cyber" trademarks, including those related to aftermarket Cybertruck accessories [2] - The USPTO issued a "nonfinal office action" on the "Robotaxi" trademark application, giving Tesla three months to respond or risk abandonment of the application [3][6] Group 2 - Tesla applied for the trademarks on October 2024, coinciding with the reveal of the Cybercab, an electric vehicle intended for its autonomous ride-hailing service [4] - The USPTO examiner found no conflicting trademarks but deemed "Robotaxi" as "merely descriptive" and generic in the context of similar goods and services [5][6] - Tesla is required to submit evidence and arguments to support its claim for the "Robotaxi" trademark, including fact sheets and promotional materials [8][9]

The auto industry is entering rough terrain. In early April, the United States slapped a 25% tariff on imported vehicles, and just days ago, it rolled out another 25% duty on auto parts that don't comply with United States- Mexico-Canada Agreement rules. These new tariffs are set to drive up costs for automakers by tens of billions of dollars, costs that could ultimately hit consumers through higher car prices. The demand for vehicles is likely to soften, while supply chain chaos is expected to increase. As ...

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Core Viewpoint - Lehigh County has decided to cease purchasing new Tesla stock due to CEO Elon Musk's political activities and the company's declining financial performance [1][2]. Financial Performance - Tesla's earnings have decreased by 71% year-over-year, with auto revenues dropping by 20% and overall profitability significantly declining [3]. - As of May 6, Tesla stock has fallen over 27% since the beginning of 2025, and the company's Q1 revenue missed expectations [9]. Investment Decisions - Lehigh County's pension board, which manages $500 million in assets, voted 4-2 to halt new investments in Tesla and requested a report on options to divest from Tesla [3]. - The New York State legislators have called for the state to divest its $1 billion in Tesla holdings, and a candidate for New York City Comptroller has pledged to remove the city's $300 billion pension portfolio from Tesla if elected [4][5]. Broader Concerns - There is growing concern among various pension funds regarding investments in Tesla, with the Netherlands' largest pension fund selling its $600 million stake and Denmark's AkademikerPension divesting $20 billion in March [7]. - The Tesla Takedown movement is advocating for cities and states to develop resolutions to divest from all entities associated with Musk [8]. Market Perception - Marketing experts have indicated that Tesla has alienated its core customer base, suggesting that rebranding efforts may require significant concessions from Musk [9]. - The dissatisfaction with Musk's leadership is echoed by various stakeholders, including state treasurers and the American Federation of Teachers, who are urging major asset managers to consider divestment [6].

Goldman Sachs analyst Mark Delaney maintained a Neutral rating on Tesla Inc TSLA with a price forecast of $235 on Monday.Delaney commented that Tesla’s ability to leverage its Full Self Driving (FSD) software in China would be important for the stock going forward, given the size of the China vehicle market, the increasingly competitive landscape for ADAS software and robotaxi offerings in the region, and the role that future profits from AI-enabled products like FSD have for Tesla’s valuation.  China is th ...

Group 1 - Tesla, Inc. has faced challenges as evidenced by its Q1 earnings and overall company trend [1] - The Pragmatic Investor focuses on global macro, international equities, commodities, tech, and cryptocurrencies to guide investors [1] - The investing group aims to build robust and diversified portfolios to preserve and increase wealth [1] Group 2 - The article does not provide specific financial metrics or performance data for Tesla, Inc. [1]

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Tesla (TSLA -1.87%) stock is moving lower following new European sales tracking data. The electric vehicle (EV) company's share price was down 2.5% as of 2 p.m. ET. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 was down 0.2%, and the Nasdaq Composite was down 0.3%.Tesla's valuation is falling today in response to a Reuters report suggesting that the company's sales struggles are continuing in Europe. According to tracking from the Spanish Association of Automobile and Truck Manufacturers, Tesla's sales in that country sank 36% ye ...