Shares of Tesla, Inc. TSLA are trading lower Monday. But they continue to be in a sideways trend.A classic ‘Flag' pattern may have formed on the chart. If so, it could be bullish for the shares and suggest the recent uptrend may soon get back into gear. This is why we have made it our Stock of the Day.Many traders and investors were surprised and confused when Tesla rallied after posting disappointing earnings. They didn't understand why the stock moved higher. But it was simply the result of supply and dem ...

Sales Performance - Tesla's new car sales in Spain fell 36% in April to 571 vehicles year-over-year, while sales of electric cars from other brands increased [1] - Overall Tesla sales in Europe dropped by 37.2% in the first four months of the year, despite a 28% rise in sales of fully-electric vehicles on the continent [2] Market Dynamics - In Sweden, Tesla sales plummeted 81%, reaching the lowest level in nearly three years [2] - The decline in Tesla's sales is attributed to buyer protests against CEO Elon Musk's political affiliations and the increasing popularity of Chinese EVs, particularly from BYD [3] Demand and Strategy - Tesla's sales have also decreased in the U.S., leading to soft demand for the new Model Y, prompting the company to offer discounts [4] - In response to declining sales, Tesla is exploring new markets, including Saudi Arabia and India, despite challenges such as insufficient charging infrastructure [4]

Industry Overview - A new wave of auto tariffs is impacting the U.S. auto industry, specifically targeting imported parts rather than fully assembled vehicles, affecting nearly every vehicle produced in the U.S. [1] - The implementation of these tariffs could lead to tens of billions in additional costs for manufacturers, likely resulting in higher prices for consumers [1][2]. General Motors (GM) - GM is the top-selling automaker in the U.S., with strong demand for its pickups and SUVs, and has consistently beaten earnings expectations [3]. - Due to the new tariffs, GM has lowered its full-year guidance, expecting adjusted EBIT between $10 billion and $12.5 billion, down from $13.7 billion to $15.7 billion, and net income forecasts have been trimmed to $8.2 billion–$10.1 billion from $11.2 billion–$12.5 billion [4]. - GM's long-term strategy remains intact, particularly its shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), where it was the second-largest EV seller in the U.S. last reported quarter [7]. - The company has achieved "variable profit positive" status for its EV lineup, meaning it now covers production costs, and aims to further reduce losses [7]. - Strategic partnerships with companies like Vianode, LG Chemical, and Lithium Americas have strengthened GM's EV supply chain, and the company has met its $2 billion cost reduction target in 2024 [8]. - GM ended the first quarter with $20.7 billion in cash and is making progress in restructuring its operations in China [8]. Tesla (TSLA) - Tesla is currently facing challenges, including falling deliveries and increased competition from legacy automakers and new entrants in the EV market [10]. - The company missed its earnings expectations in the first quarter of 2025, and CEO Elon Musk's political involvement has distracted from core operations [10][11]. - Tesla has been offering steep discounts to maintain sales, which is pressuring its automotive profit margins [11]. - Despite challenges in its core EV business, Tesla's energy generation and storage segment is growing rapidly and is more profitable [14]. - Tesla has $37 billion in cash as of March 31, 2025, and a low debt-to-capital ratio of 7, providing flexibility for new investments [14]. - The company is betting on self-driving technology and plans to launch robotaxi services and develop a humanoid robot, but these projects are still in early stages and carry execution risks [15][16]. Investment Comparison - Tesla is trading at a forward sales multiple of 8.75X, above its five-year median of 7.72X, and has a Value Score of F, indicating it may be overvalued [17]. - In contrast, GM has a Value Score of A, with a forward sales multiple of 0.25X, below its five-year average of 0.32, suggesting it may be undervalued [17]. - Both companies are navigating economic uncertainty, but GM may be a better investment option due to its stability and grounded execution strategy compared to Tesla's current challenges [20].

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Tesla (TSLA 2.41%) has been talking about a cheaper EV for years, but it has always been just out of reach, and plans to build one have continually changed. But the company recently gave some updates about its progress on releasing a more affordable EV, even if details are still sparse.Here are three things we know about Tesla's upcoming lower-priced EV and what it may mean for the company after it is launched. 1. The new model could just be a stripped-down version of a current modelLast year, Tesla reporte ...

Core Viewpoint - Tesla's stock has declined 30% year-to-date due to poor financial results and market share losses, ranking among the worst in the S&P 500, despite CEO Elon Musk's optimistic claims about the company's future potential [1][3]. Financial Performance - Tesla reported a 13% decline in first-quarter vehicle deliveries, totaling 336,681, marking the lowest total in three years [3]. - Revenue fell 9% to $19.3 billion, with operating margin reaching a six-year low, and non-GAAP net income dropped 40% to $0.27 per share [3]. - The company withheld guidance due to uncertainties from changing U.S. trade policies [4]. Future Prospects - Musk reiterated plans to launch an autonomous ride-sharing service in Austin by June and mentioned the deployment of thousands of autonomous robots in factories this year [4]. - Musk expressed strong confidence that Tesla could become the most valuable company globally, potentially surpassing the combined value of the next five largest companies [5]. Autonomous Ride-Sharing Opportunity - Tesla aims to capture 99% market share in autonomous ride-sharing, with Musk stating that he does not see any current competitors [10]. - Morgan Stanley estimates that by 2035, Tesla could have 900,000 robotaxis generating over $84 billion in revenue, with $17 billion expected to contribute to the bottom line [11]. Valuation Considerations - Tesla's stock is currently trading at a high valuation of 130 times adjusted earnings, which may seem excessive given recent performance [12]. - However, if Tesla successfully capitalizes on autonomous driving and humanoid robots, revenue could grow at 20% annually for the next 20 years, potentially justifying the current valuation [14].

Tesla (TSLA 3.05%) stock is ending the week on a high note. Shares of the electric vehicle (EV) leader surged as much as 5% higher today as investors anticipate good things ahead. Ironically, some of the optimism came from a recent announcement from a competitor in self-driving technology.Tesla is on the verge of finally displaying its technology for fully autonomous driving vehicles. That's less than one month away, and has investors piling into the shares. As of 2:38 p.m. ET, the stock was trading near th ...

Investors have certainly taken an interest in companies working on unsupervised full self-driving (FSD) capabilities, since they could be on the precipice of a massive new industry. Early entrants into new markets can quickly take market share and grab attention, developing a first-mover advantage.Several companies have built the technology for cars to drive themselves unsupervised, although we are not quite at the level of commercialization, which is where these autonomous vehicle companies will need to be ...

Elon Musk has been diluting his efforts across his many interests, making Tesla (TSLA -0.48%) stock investors feel he is neglecting the electric vehicle company.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of April 29, 2025. The video was published on May 1, 2025. ...

Tesla's (TSLA -0.48%) stock is undoubtedly risky, but then again, so are many other stocks on the market, and there's no such thing as a reward without risk. The question is whether the risk/reward calculation makes sense for Tesla stock. Here's one view on matters.Tesla looks and walks like a growth stockIt's easy to point at the stock's current valuation based on earnings, cash flow, and sales and quickly conclude that the stock is ridiculously overvalued. For example, here's a look at Tesla's enterprise ...