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Tesla's operating profit drops over 50% since late 2023 amid costly shift to AI and stagnant deliveries.

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26 Oct 2026, 16:29 WIB
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Tesla's operating profit drops over 50% since late 2023 amid costly shift to AI and stagnant deliveries.

Tesla's GAAP operating profit has fallen by more than 50% since late 2023, driven by declining regulatory credits and flat vehicle deliveries. The company now relies heavily on discounted Full Self-Driving (FSD) subscriptions, with services gross profit surpassing total operating income. Tesla's pivot from vehicle manufacturing to AI computing demands $20 billion in annual capital expenditure and significant debt, alongside rapidly depreciating silicon costs. To justify its $1.5 trillion market valuation and $372 per share price, Tesla would need nearly 39% annual revenue growth for a decade, leaving no margin of safety for investors.

Tesla shares on Pluang are trading at USD 392.09 as of Oct 26, 2026 20:41 WIB, up 5.36% for the day. This price is below its 52-week high of USD 489.88 but well above the 52-week low of USD 298.16, indicating some recovery despite recent profit challenges. The stock's market cap stands near $1.47 trillion, close to the $1.5 trillion valuation mentioned in the news, highlighting the high expectations priced in by investors.

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