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On Friday, Oppenheimer analysts reiterated a Perform rating on Tesla stock (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:TSLA), maintaining their stance amid recent developments involving the company. The decision comes as Tesla navigates brand repair efforts and continues to develop its Physical AI strategy. According to InvestingPro data, Tesla’s stock has declined nearly 18% in the past week, while 22 analysts have revised their earnings expectations downward for the upcoming period.
The analysts highlighted the recent public disagreement between Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump, suggesting a possible shift in the political landscape concerning renewable energy and electric vehicle support. This shift might influence the timing of renewables safe-harbor provisions as lawmakers consider mid-term election risks following the Musk-Trump clash. Despite recent volatility, Tesla maintains a strong financial position with an overall "Good" health score from InvestingPro, supported by robust liquidity ratios and significant cash reserves.
Despite these political dynamics, Oppenheimer analysts see potential positive developments for solar companies. They anticipate favorable language in an upcoming Senate budget bill, expected next week, which could provide short-term benefits for the sector.
Tesla, meanwhile, faces challenges in its autonomy platform, particularly due to its reliance on photon counting cameras. The analysts expressed concerns about potential investor reactions to product delays, especially in light of Musk’s altered political circumstances.
The analysts did not adjust their price target for Tesla, maintaining their Perform rating as the company works through these complexities.
In other recent news, Tesla’s vehicle deliveries have been a focal point for analysts, with Goldman Sachs lowering its price target for the company to $285 from $295. This adjustment reflects concerns over Tesla’s vehicle deliveries and earnings per share forecasts, particularly in key regions such as the United States, Europe, and China. In Germany, Tesla saw a 36.2% drop in sales in May, contrasting with the overall growth in the electric vehicle market there. Meanwhile, in China, Tesla’s shipments decreased by 15% year-on-year in May, although there was a slight month-on-month increase from April.
In a strategic move, Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y have been included in a Chinese government-supported campaign to boost sales in rural areas, marking their debut in this initiative. Piper Sandler analysts reiterated an Overweight rating on Tesla, maintaining a $400 price target, citing the company’s unique vertical integration strategy in the automotive industry. Tesla is working towards producing batteries and other components in-house, aiming to reduce reliance on Chinese resources. This proactive supply chain strategy is part of Tesla’s long-term plan to strengthen its operational independence.
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