Cantor maintains $355 target on Tesla stock amid Robotaxi plans

Published 27/05/2025, 14:46
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On Tuesday, Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated an Overweight rating with a $355.00 price target on Tesla stock (NASDAQ:TSLA), close to its current trading price of $352.01. With a market capitalization of $1.13 trillion and according to InvestingPro analysis, Tesla appears to be trading above its Fair Value. The firm’s analysts highlighted the company’s ambitious plans to deploy fully autonomous robotaxis, starting with a modest fleet in Austin by the end of June. The initial phase will involve Model Y vehicles equipped with unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, with expectations to scale up and expand into other cities by the end of the year.

Tesla’s FSD technology, which operates without LiDAR, has already accumulated over 3.5 billion miles with supervision as of the first quarter of 2025. Despite potential near-term challenges in the automotive and energy generation and storage segments due to macroeconomic conditions, tariffs, and the anticipated removal of the EV tax credit, Cantor analysts remain optimistic about Tesla’s market prospects. InvestingPro data shows Tesla maintains strong financial health with a current ratio of 2.0 and more cash than debt on its balance sheet, suggesting resilience against near-term headwinds. They anticipate the introduction of a lower-priced Tesla vehicle in the first half of 2025, starting at around $30,000 including tax credits, which could align well with market conditions.

Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, has confirmed his commitment to the company for the coming years, even as he prepares to conclude his role at DOGE. This reassurance comes ahead of Tesla’s planned updates next quarter to its 2025 automotive growth targets and its energy storage outlook, which aims for over 50% year-over-year growth following a more than 100% increase in FY24.

The analysts also pointed to several key catalysts for Tesla’s future growth. These include the rollout of FSD in China, which began in the first quarter of 2025, and the expected deployment of FSD in Europe in the first half of 2025, pending regulatory approval. InvestingPro subscribers have access to over 20 additional exclusive insights about Tesla’s financial health and market position, along with detailed analysis in the Pro Research Report, helping investors make informed decisions about the company’s growth trajectory. Additionally, high-volume production of the Optimus Bot is slated for 2026, with initial deliveries to customers projected for 2027. Tesla also plans to introduce the Semi Truck with an expected start of production in 2026, marking its entry into the self-driving trucking industry.

In conclusion, Cantor Fitzgerald remains bullish on Tesla’s long-term prospects, expecting the company to secure a significant share of the self-driving market in the U.S. and to generate substantial revenue from its FSD, Robotaxi, Energy Storage & Deployment, and Optimus Bot initiatives.

In other recent news, Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) is attracting significant attention as it prepares to release its earnings report. The tech giant has seen a notable rise in its stock value, outperforming its peers in the Magnificent Seven, a group of leading technology companies. Investors are eagerly awaiting Nvidia’s earnings results, which could have a substantial impact on its market position. Meanwhile, Tesla has been in the spotlight with Truist Securities maintaining a Hold rating and a $280 price target, citing the potential influence of the upcoming Robotaxi service. Piper Sandler, on the other hand, reiterated an Overweight rating with a $400 price target, highlighting the anticipation surrounding Tesla’s innovations in autonomous vehicles.

In another development, cryptocurrency exchange Kraken announced a new service allowing non-U.S. customers to trade tokenized shares of major companies like Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Tesla, and Nvidia. This initiative aims to integrate traditional stock markets with digital currencies, providing international investors access to U.S. stocks through digital tokens. Kraken’s offering will be available to clients in Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia, though U.S. customers are excluded due to regulatory constraints. This move reflects a broader trend in the cryptocurrency industry to expand financial products and bridge the gap between digital assets and traditional equities.

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