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Tesla Stock Drops as China Sales Plummet 90% in August

  • Tesla stock is down this week due to weak China sales
  • China sales dropped over 90% in August compared to July
  • Competition from local Chinese EV makers hurting Tesla
  • Tesla Shanghai plant was shut down for upgrades in July
  • Analysts concerned about Tesla's future growth prospects in China
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Tesla was able to boost its sales in China by 9.3% in August, thanks to price cuts.
U.S. stock futures decline as concerns over China's economy and rising bond yields weigh on global sentiment and equities.
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Apple's stock falls after reports that China restricted iPhone use for its government officials, prompting experts to weigh in on the situation.
Apple stock is experiencing a decline leading up to the release of the iPhone 15.
U.S. stocks continue to decline, with the Nasdaq Composite experiencing its fourth down day, while Asian markets also fall; India's economic expansion is predicted to be a key driver of the global economy; Elon Musk is criticized for shutting off Starlink's satellite network, causing issues for Ukraine; FTX's former executive pleads guilty to campaign finance and money-transmitting crimes; and a Chinese electric vehicle maker is being hailed as a competitor to Tesla's Model 3.
Apple's stock has experienced a significant decline, losing about $200 billion in market capitalization, due to concerns over Chinese officials urging government employees to stop using iPhones, while analysts also predict a potential sell-off after the upcoming iPhone event.
China's property shares are declining and tech shares are underperforming, leading to a slide in the Asian market, while the European market waits for monetary policy decisions from the ECB and the Bank of England.
Tesla's stock is rising after an optimistic report from Morgan Stanley about Tesla's Dojo supercomputer, which could add about $500 billion in value to the company and potentially become a direct revenue generator.
Asian markets experienced mixed results, with Australia's S&P/ASX 200 falling and Hong Kong's Hang Seng index dropping by about 1%, while Japan's markets were marginally positive; tech investor Paul Meeks plans to buy tech stocks after the correction, and Federal Reserve officials are feeling less urgency for another interest rate hike due to improved inflation data. Additionally, Apple shares fell amid China concerns but an analyst is holding off on shorting the stock, Morgan Stanley upgraded Tesla stock due to its autonomous driving supercomputer, HSBC revealed its "must see stocks" in the UK, and consumer discretionary stocks gave the S&P 500 an upward push.
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Tesla's stock fell after Barclays predicted that the company would fall short of delivery expectations, with analysts forecasting third-quarter deliveries of 455,000 units compared to the consensus forecast of 463,000 units.
Tesla's stock fell 4.23% as the overall stock market experienced a rough trading session, marking the stock's third consecutive day of losses.
Tesla's stock is nearing crucial support levels, potentially causing turbulence for investors as it descends from its recent peak.
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Asian stocks declined as concerns over higher U.S. interest rates and a Chinese economic slowdown weighed on the technology sector and investor sentiment.
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Tesla's stock fell nearly 1% after the company cut prices on some models and reported third-quarter deliveries that missed market expectations.
Tesla shares fell after the company lowered prices on its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in the U.S. to boost demand, following lower-than-expected third-quarter deliveries.
Tesla's China-made EV sales decreased by 10.9% in September, while Chinese rival BYD saw a 42.8% growth in passenger vehicle deliveries, as both companies navigate the market's changing consumer sentiment and economic stabilization.
Tesla's sales of China-made electric vehicles decreased by 10.9% in September compared to the previous year, while Chinese competitor BYD experienced a 42.8% growth in passenger vehicle deliveries.
Tesla's stock dipped by 1% after sales of its China-made electric vehicles decreased by 10.9% in September, with Model 3 and Model Y sales down 12% from August to September.
Tesla stock dropped after disappointing China delivery numbers, indicating that October will be a crucial month for the company.
Tesla's sales in China have dropped by 10.9% compared to the previous year, highlighting the sales challenge faced by the carmaker, while its Chinese rivals, including BYD, experienced significant year-on-year increases in sales.
Tesla's market share in the electric vehicle (EV) market in the United States has fallen to its lowest ever, despite a price war, but the launch of its Cybertruck could reverse the trend, according to a report by Cox Automotive.
Tesla's share of the U.S. electric vehicle market has dropped to 50% as new competitors, including EV startups and legacy automakers, gain market share due to increased competition and the release of their own electric models.
Apple's stock fell after reports indicated that Huawei is gaining a larger share of the Chinese market, with the new iPhone 15 facing challenges in sales compared to its predecessor.
Shares fall in Asia and US futures also decrease after China reports a slowdown in its economy due to weak global demand for exports and a struggling property sector.
Investors remain pessimistic about the Chinese economy as China-exposed stocks continue to decline, despite signs of improvement.
Analysts have lowered their price targets for Tesla stock after the company reported disappointing Q3 earnings, raising questions about its near-term strategy and growth potential in 2024. Despite this, Tesla's stock had surged earlier in the year as investors remained optimistic about the company's long-term growth.
Tesla's position in the global electric vehicle market is slipping, particularly in China, where it has fallen behind its competitors and struggles to offer cheaper options, while also facing intense competition and heavy subsidies from local manufacturers.
Tesla's price cuts and declining profitability raise concerns about the sustainability of its high stock market valuation and whether it can maintain its lead in the electric vehicle industry amid growing competition.
Tesla's share price dropped by nearly 9% and Elon Musk's net worth decreased by $24 billion after the company's poor Q3 report and Musk's pessimistic remarks about the global economy.
Tesla's stock was up 79% for the year in 2023, but recent events and price cuts have led to a 15% drop from the previous week and a 24% drop from this year's high in July, affecting the company's profit margins.
Tesla's stock fell below a key level, indicating a possible longer-term downtrend, following disappointing earnings and a three-day losing streak.