Tesla Shares Decline Despite Q3 Earnings Beat Amid Concerns Over AI Spending
Tesla (TSLA) reported third-quarter adjusted earnings of $0.48 per share and revenue of $28.05 billion, both exceeding Wall Street estimates. However, the stock faced downward pressure in premarket trading due to investor concerns regarding heavy capital expenditures into emerging technologies like the Optimus humanoid robot and Robotaxi fleet. While long-term growth prospects remain tied to these AI initiatives, near-term financial metrics show strain. Core automotive revenue declined 3% year-over-year, and energy revenue fell 16% to $2.88 billion. Analysts are divided on the company's trajectory; some highlight the transition toward an AI-centric model, while others warn that elevated operating expenses and intense competition in EVs and robotics may pressure margins and cash flow for the foreseeable future.
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