TSLA
Tesla Robotaxi Push Raises Cash Flow Concerns
Article Summary
HOLD- Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) is facing cash-flow pressure as its robotaxi and self-driving-car push accelerates.
- Tesla is close to driving 10 billion miles with its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, but a fully autonomous rollout hasn't happened yet.
- Analysts estimate capital spending this year could reach more than $20 billion, with estimates as high as $25 billion to $30 billion depending on goals for growth.
- Free cash flow is expected to fall as Tesla scales robotaxis and prepares for CyberCab production.
- Long-term benefits of AI and robotaxis are on one side, but short-term pressure is in the form of high spending and unclear deadlines.
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Growth Stock Scoring Breakdown
| METRIC | VALUE | WEIGHT | ANALYSIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales Growth TTM ? | -2.9% | 25% | 0.0 ptsDeclining (-2.9%) - NOT a growth stock |
| EPS Growth Next 5Y ? | 29.9% | 25% | 80.0 ptsVery Good (29.9%) - Good outlook |
| Target Price Upside ? | 12.6% | 20% | 50.0 ptsMeets Minimum (12.6%) - Target: $404.56 vs Current: $359.14 |
| Gross Margin % ? | 18.0% | 15% | 20.0 ptsThin (18.0%) - Low-margin business |
| Drawdown from 52-Wk High ? | -28.0% | 15% | 80.0 ptsSolid Dip (-28.0%) - Good entry zone |
Disclaimer: This rating is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
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About TSLA
- Tesla, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, leases, and sells electric vehicles, and energy generation and storage systems in the United States, China, and internationally.
- The company operates in two segments, Automotive; and Energy Generation and Storage.
- The company offers electric vehicles, as well as sells automotive regulatory credits; and non-warranty maintenance services and collision, automotive insurance services, as well as part sales and retail merchandise sale.
- It also provides sedans and sport utility vehicles through direct and used vehicle sales, a network of Tesla Superchargers, and in-app upgrades; purchase financing and leasing services; services for electric vehicles through its company-owned service locations and Tesla mobile service technicians; and vehicle limited warranties and extended service plans.
- In addition, the company engages in the design, manufacture, installation, sale, and leasing of solar energy generation and energy storage products, and related services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers and utilities through its website, stores, and galleries, as well as through a network of channel partners.
- Further, it provides services and repairs to its energy product customers, including under warranty and extended service plans; and various financing options to its residential customers; lithium-ion battery energy storage products, such as Powerwall and Megapack; energy generation products, including solar panels and solar roof; self-driving development and artificial intelligence software, vehicle control and infotainment software, and battery and powertrain.
- The company was formerly known as Tesla Motors, Inc. and changed its name to Tesla, Inc. in February 2017.
- Tesla, Inc. was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.