Tesla (TSLA) Expected to Release Quarterly Earnings on Wednesday

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) will likely be issuing its Q3 2026 results after the market closes on Wednesday, October 21st. Analysts expect Tesla to post earnings of $0.4481 per share and revenue of $27.94 billion for the quarter. Interested persons are encouraged to explore the company’s upcoming Q3 2026 earnings report page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM ET.

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) last posted its earnings results 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). Tesla had a return on equity of 3.82% and a net margin of 3.67%. The business had revenue of $28.24 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $26.42 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm posted $0.33 earnings per share. The business’s revenue was up 25.5% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts expect Tesla to post $0.71 EPS for the current fiscal year and $1.17 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Tesla Price Performance

NASDAQ:TSLA opened at $354.72 on Monday. Tesla has a 1 year low of $297.38 and a 1 year 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 cap of $1.40 trillion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 328.45, a PEG ratio of 22.59 and a beta of 1.92. The stock has a 50-day moving average price of $359.98 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $377.05.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

TSLA has been the topic of a number of research analyst reports. Roth Capital reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $505.00 price target on shares of Tesla in a research report on Thursday, July 23rd. DZ Bank upgraded Tesla from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a report on Thursday, July 23rd. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft set a $420.00 price objective on Tesla in a research report on Monday, July 27th. Citigroup reissued a “market perform” rating on shares of Tesla in a research note on Wednesday, September 16th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada restated a “buy” rating on shares of Tesla in a report on Friday, September 25th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-three have issued a Buy rating, seventeen have given a Hold rating and five have assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $412.33.

Insider Buying and Selling at Tesla

In other news, CFO Vaibhav Taneja sold 2,606 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 8th. The stock was 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 of the company’s stock, valued at $9,353,296.36. This represents a 9.12% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this hyperlink. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. 19.90% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.

Trending Headlines about Tesla

Here are the key news stories impacting Tesla this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Tesla unveiled its redesigned Roadster with SpaceX-developed compressed-air thrusters that allowed the prototype to briefly hover and perform aerial maneuvers. The demonstration reinforced Tesla’s technology and branding appeal, although the vehicle is positioned as a high-priced, low-volume halo product. Tesla Unveils Flying Roadster
• Positive Sentiment: A U.S. appeals court blocked class-action lawsuits related to Tesla’s self-driving claims, potentially reducing near-term legal exposure. Separately, Slovakia approved Tesla’s self-driving technology, providing a regulatory foothold for its autonomy ambitions. Appeals Court Blocks Self-Driving Class Actions
• Neutral Sentiment: Speculation about a Tesla-SpaceX combination intensified after the Roadster’s SpaceX technology showcase. Prediction-market odds for a merger before March 2027 rose above 50%, but there is no announced transaction, making the potential catalyst highly speculative. Tesla-SpaceX Merger Odds Rise
• Negative Sentiment: The Roadster’s production is not expected until 2028, and key details such as final pricing, certification, and commercial practicality remain unclear. Analysts argued that the spectacle is unlikely to materially improve near-term revenue or earnings, particularly for a company valued at roughly $1.4 trillion. Roadster Hype Cannot Mask Margin and Cash Flow Concerns
• Negative Sentiment: Tesla Energy and Charging chief Mike Snyder reportedly left the company as CEO Elon Musk emphasizes AI, robotics, and autonomy. The leadership change raises questions about Tesla’s commitment to its energy business. Investors are also bracing for third-quarter earnings on October 21 amid expectations for pressure on margins, free cash flow, and earnings estimates. Tesla Energy Chief Reportedly Leaves

Tesla Company Profile

Tesla, Inc is an electric vehicle and clean energy company headquartered in Austin, Texas. Founded in 2003, the company designs, manufactures and sells electric vehicles, including the Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y and Cybertruck. Tesla also develops vehicle software, driver-assistance features and related services intended to support the operation and ownership of its vehicles.

Beyond automobiles, Tesla produces energy storage products for residential, commercial and utility-scale applications, including the Powerwall and Megapack.