‘The Comeback Has Legs,’ Says Investor About Tesla Stock
Tesla(NASDAQ:TSLA) shares are charging ahead, soaring 26% in just two weeks after Elon Musk hit the brakes on his political distractions to zero in on the company’s core mission. During the latest earnings call, Musk signaled a renewed commitment to Tesla – and investors wasted no time rewarding the shift.
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Truth be told, there was little else for Tesla bulls to celebrate during the earnings call, as the company reported slowing revenue and weakening margins in Q1 2025. Looking ahead, Tesla plans to revisit its 2025 guidance in a future Q2 update, citing the uncertain geopolitical landscape among other factors.
So, is this rally a sign of lasting momentum or just another Musk-fueled sugar high? One investor, known by the pseudonym JR Research, believes Tesla’s turnaround has real traction.
“Tesla is focused on the second half growth imperative, moving past the headwinds that afflicted its Q1 performance,” posits the 5-star investor.
JR cites a number of factors that support this optimistic take, starting with the upcoming production launch of a more affordable EV in June. The investor also notes that the volume production for the company’s robotaxi initiatives remains on schedule for the second half of 2026.
In addition, while Tesla is not immune from the effects of a global trade spat, JR points out that the company is in better shape than most due to its North American-based manufacturing. In fact, the investor emphasizes that 85% of its supply chain is USMCA-compliant.
Still, JR acknowledges that there are reasons to be cautious. Tesla is facing strong and growing competition in the Chinese EV market, while Musk’s political affiliations may drive further losses among European and Canadian consumers.
Indeed, JR suggests that 2025 could be a “year to forget” for Tesla. However, that could end up being a plus for those willing to look beyond the rough start to the year.
“I believe the bullish sentiments anchoring the stock’s recovery have robust momentum, although it might take some time for growth investors to catch up with the optimism… If you have conviction in Tesla’s execution of a recovery in the second half, with Q1 being the nadir, I believe the opportunity to add exposure seems apt,” concludes JR Research, who rates TSLA a Buy. (To watch JR Research’s track record, click here)
Wall Street, on the other hand, isn’t quite ready to jump in with both feet. With 16 Buys, 9 Holds, and 11 Sells, TSLA carries a consensus Hold (i.e., Neutral) rating. Its 12-month average price target of $283.69 suggests the stock is fully valued. (See TSLA stock forecast)
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