{"id":4585,"date":"2026-04-24T15:17:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T15:17:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tradertideinsights.com\/?p=4585"},"modified":"2026-04-24T15:17:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T15:17:20","slug":"tesla-stock-jittery-after-earnings-why-investors-remain-cautious","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tradertideinsights.com\/?p=4585","title":{"rendered":"Tesla stock jittery after earnings: why investors remain cautious"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Shares of Tesla traded unevenly on Friday, briefly rising as much as 1.3% before giving up gains to hover near flat, as investors continued to assess the company\u2019s latest earnings and long-term strategy.<\/p>\n

The muted performance came despite broader market strength. <\/p>\n

The S&P 500 rose 0.2%, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.6%<\/a>. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 182 points, or 0.4%.<\/p>\n

Weekly decline extends pressure<\/h2>\n

Tesla shares are on track to end the week down around 6%, following a sharp 3.6% drop on Thursday after the company reported its first-quarter results.<\/p>\n

Although Tesla delivered better-than-expected earnings, the market reaction was negative as the company raised its capital expenditure guidance to $25 billion from $20 billion. <\/p>\n

The increased spending reflects Tesla\u2019s push to expand its artificial intelligence initiatives, including robo-taxis and humanoid robots, but these segments have yet to generate meaningful revenue.<\/p>\n

The latest decline follows a brief recovery last week, when Tesla snapped an eight-week losing streak. <\/p>\n

Even so, the stock has fallen in 11 of the past 13 weeks and is down about 16% over that period.<\/p>\n

AI progress remains central concern<\/h2>\n

Investor sentiment has increasingly centred on Tesla\u2019s ability to deliver on its artificial intelligence ambitions.<\/p>\n

While the company is investing heavily in AI-driven initiatives, including autonomous driving and robotics, progress has been slower than some investors had anticipated. <\/p>\n

This has raised concerns about the timeline for monetising these technologies.<\/p>\n

At the same time, Tesla\u2019s core electric vehicle business continues to face headwinds. <\/p>\n

US EV sales declined 27% year-on-year in the first quarter following the expiration of the federal $7,500 tax credit, adding pressure to demand.<\/p>\n

Cybercab production begins<\/h2>\n

On Friday, Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said the company has begun manufacturing<\/a> its Cybercab robotaxi, marking a step forward in its autonomous mobility strategy.<\/p>\n

The two-seat vehicle, unveiled without a steering wheel or pedals, is intended to form part of Tesla\u2019s robotaxi network, which will include both fully autonomous vehicles and those with human safety monitors.<\/p>\n

Tesla plans to expand its ride-hailing service to additional US cities, including Phoenix, Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Las Vegas, in the first half of the year. <\/p>\n

The company launched the service in Austin and has since expanded to San Francisco, Dallas and Houston.<\/p>\n

Analyst views reflect caution<\/h2>\n

RBC Capital lowered its price target on Tesla to $475 from $480 while maintaining an Outperform rating.<\/p>\n

The firm cited approximately $5 billion in additional capital expenditure and ongoing uncertainty around Tesla\u2019s humanoid robot program as key factors behind the adjustment. <\/p>\n

It noted that first-quarter gross margins remained relatively strong, even after excluding one-time benefits.<\/p>\n

Tesla\u2019s recent trading underscores a broader tension between its near-term financial performance and long-term growth narrative.<\/p>\n

While earnings have shown resilience, investors appear increasingly focused on whether the company can translate its significant AI investments into tangible revenue streams.<\/p>\n

The post Tesla stock jittery after earnings: why investors remain cautious<\/a> appeared first on Invezz<\/a><\/p>\n

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