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Tesla (Symbol: TSLA) is set to tumble by 8% as the electric vehicle giant reported disappointing second-quarter financial results.
SEE: Tesla stock drops as Q2 profits half, as observed on the VT Markets app.
Despite CEO Elon Musk’s ambitious forecast of a $5 trillion valuation through the deployment of a vast fleet of robotaxis, market reaction showed caution against statements made by the CEO.
The profitability of Tesla suffered a 45% decline, marking the second consecutive quarterly drop. The company posted earnings of 52 cents per share, missing the anticipated 61 cents and falling well below the 91 cents reported a year ago.
Net income for the quarter was $1.47 billion, underperforming Wall Street’s consensus estimate of $1.9 billion. On a brighter note, revenue rose 2% to $25.5 billion, surpassing the forecast of $24.54 billion.
Before Tesla’s results, investors were looking for signs of stability in the company’s electric-car business and some hint that a dazzling self-driving vehicle was imminent. They got neither. https://t.co/NP3T1TaJWt
— Bloomberg Markets (@markets) July 24, 2024
In the earnings announcement, Elon Musk expressed optimism about Tesla’s future, highlighting the company’s plan to launch its robotaxis in October, despite a two-month delay.
Musk’s bold prediction of Tesla reaching a $5 trillion valuation is based on the anticipated success of this autonomous fleet. However, this optimistic outlook failed to reassure the market, leading to the significant drop in Tesla’s stock price.
The current dip in Tesla’s stock presents potential trading opportunities. The recent downward trend suggests that there may be further volatility ahead, particularly as the market digests the company’s financial performance and future projections.
Traders should keep an eye on key developments such as the rollout of the robotaxi fleet and upcoming earnings reports, while exercising risk management with good discipline. Additionally, market reactions to broader economic indicators and industry trends will also play a crucial role in shaping Tesla’s stock trajectory.
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