Tesla Struggles Amid Slowing Sales Growth and Rising Competition: Stock Plummets Despite US Market Highs
January 25, 2024










- Tesla's sales growth is expected to slow down this year, recently losing the top-selling electric car maker position to Chinese company BYD. 
- In an attempt to maintain market share, Tesla's CEO Elon Musk offered significant discounts, but this strategy may not be sustainable. 
- Tesla's Q4 revenue growth was only 3%, the lowest in over three years, and profit declined by 39% compared to the previous year. 
- Uncertainty surrounds the potential elimination of tax incentives for electric vehicles in the US if former President Donald Trump is re-elected. 
- Despite challenges, Tesla is developing its next vehicle generation in Texas, with production of a new compact model for the mass market starting in mid-2025. 
- Tesla's Q4 earnings were disappointing, causing a drop in its stock, and the company warned that its previous tactics to boost sales may not be as effective in 2024. 
- Elon Musk has requested a larger stake in the company to increase his influence, pending board approval. 
- US stock market reached a new all-time high on January 25, 2024, despite Tesla's stocks plummeting by 12.13% after disappointing Q4 earnings and lower sales projections. 
- Analysts remain hopeful about Tesla's long-term prospects, citing the potential for wider electric vehicle adoption and AI/FSD technology. 
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