Tesla Faces Uncertainty as Tariffs and Declining Sales Weigh on Stock
Elon Musk and analysts voice concerns over 25% U.S. automotive tariffs and their impact on Tesla's pricing and competitiveness.
- Tesla's stock ended a volatile week with a 3.51% decline on March 28, reflecting broader challenges in the EV market.
- Newly imposed 25% U.S. automotive tariffs are expected to force Tesla to raise prices, despite its U.S.-based production advantages.
- Elon Musk publicly acknowledged the significant impact of tariffs, emphasizing that Tesla is not immune to their effects.
- Wedbush analyst Dan Ives, a long-time Tesla bull, expressed concerns over the tariffs' impact on Tesla and the broader auto industry.
- While some analysts see Tesla as better positioned than competitors, the company faces intensifying competition and declining sales in key markets like the U.S. and Europe.