Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) Stock Now Rated “Hold” by Sell-Side Analysts

Shares of Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) have received a consensus recommendation of “Hold” from the forty-seven analysts that are covering the firm, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eighteen have given a hold rating, twenty-three have assigned a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating on the company. The average 12 month target price among analysts that have covered the stock in the last year is $412.01.

A number of research analysts recently weighed in on TSLA shares. Citigroup reaffirmed a “market perform” rating on shares of Tesla in a research note on Wednesday, September 16th. Glj Research restated a “sell” rating on shares of Tesla in a report on Friday, September 4th. Cantor Fitzgerald reaffirmed an “overweight” rating on shares of Tesla in a research report on Monday, September 28th. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft set a $420.00 target price on Tesla in a report on Monday, July 27th. Finally, TD Cowen reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Tesla in a research report on Friday, August 14th.

Tesla News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Tesla this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Delivery rebound supports the stock: Tesla delivered approximately 486,500–487,000 vehicles in the third quarter, exceeding consensus estimates by roughly 25,000 vehicles. The result suggests demand may be stabilizing after two years of declining deliveries and puts the company on track for its first annual delivery increase since 2023. Tesla delivery and upside analysis
• Positive Sentiment: Long-term growth narrative remains intact: Bullish analysts argue that stronger vehicle sales could help fund investments in Full Self-Driving, robotaxis, Optimus humanoid robots and AI infrastructure. Tesla will also display its Cybercab robotaxi at the Paris Motor Show, giving the company an opportunity to build visibility for its autonomy strategy in Europe. Tesla delivery beat and 2027 outlook
• Positive Sentiment: Additional strategic catalysts: Tesla reportedly secured an order for 50 Semi trucks from IMC Logistics, while discussions with TSMC about a dedicated AI-chip manufacturing facility could strengthen its long-term computing capacity. Broader strength in technology stocks, falling oil prices and lower Treasury yields have also supported high-growth shares. Tesla 50-truck Semi order
• Neutral Sentiment: Analysts remain divided: Deutsche Bank raised its Tesla price target after the delivery report, but UBS maintained its existing view, noting that similar delivery beats have occurred before. Goldman Sachs said future robotaxi, FSD and Optimus progress may matter more than the upcoming October 21 earnings report.
• Negative Sentiment: Execution and valuation risks remain significant: Energy-storage deployments reportedly missed estimates, vehicle deliveries still declined year over year, and higher spending could pressure margins and free cash flow. Goldman Sachs remains cautious, while other analysts warn that Tesla’s elevated valuation leaves limited room for disappointment. Critics also note that Waymo currently leads in robotaxi deployment and that Tesla’s limited nighttime robotaxi availability raises questions about autonomy readiness. Goldman Sachs Tesla caution

Insider Buying and Selling at Tesla

In other news, CFO Vaibhav Taneja sold 2,606 shares of Tesla stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $360.13, for a total transaction of $938,498.78. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief financial officer directly owned 25,972 shares in the company, valued at $9,353,296.36. This trade represents a 9.12% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Company insiders own 19.90% of the company’s stock.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Tesla

Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Security National Bank of Sioux City Iowa IA purchased a new position in shares of Tesla during the second quarter valued at approximately $25,000. Friedenthal Financial raised its position in Tesla by 66.7% in the 1st quarter. Friedenthal Financial now owns 75 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock valued at $28,000 after buying an additional 30 shares during the last quarter. Harborfront Financial Group LLC bought a new position in Tesla during the 2nd quarter valued at $34,000. Sarver Vrooman Wealth Advisors purchased a new position in Tesla during the 4th quarter worth $37,000. Finally, Montgomery Financial Services LLC bought a new stake in shares of Tesla in the 2nd quarter worth $40,000. Institutional investors own 66.20% of the company’s stock.

Tesla Trading Up 0.5%

NASDAQ:TSLA opened at $380.68 on Wednesday. Tesla has a 12 month low of $297.38 and a 12 month high of $498.83. The company has a current ratio of 1.94, a quick ratio of 1.55 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09. The stock has a market capitalization of $1.50 trillion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 352.48, a PEG ratio of 20.23 and a beta of 1.92. The firm has a fifty day simple moving average of $351.27 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $377.15.

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 23rd. The electric vehicle producer reported $0.33 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.50 by ($0.17). The company had revenue of $28.24 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $26.42 billion. Tesla had a net margin of 3.67% and a return on equity of 3.82%. Tesla’s revenue for the quarter was up 25.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.33 EPS. Analysts expect that Tesla will post 0.83 EPS for the current fiscal year.

About Tesla

Tesla, Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) designs, manufactures and sells electric vehicles, energy storage systems and solar energy products. Its vehicle lineup includes the Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck and Tesla Semi. The company also develops vehicle software and driver-assistance features, operates a global Supercharger network and provides related vehicle services.

Tesla’s energy business offers battery storage products for residential, commercial and utility customers, including Powerwall and Megapack, as well as solar panels and solar roofing products.