Tesla Stock Daily Drive

Tesla Stock Daily Drive

June 26, 2025 Finance

Hosted by Dusty

About This Episode

Generated finance podcast with host Dusty based on prompt: Daily stock movements for Tesla. Focus on the stock, but provide any important background information that is necessary.

Transcript

Welcome to "Tesla Stock Daily Drive," where we break down the latest in the financial markets and spotlight today's hottest stock stories. I'm your host, Dusty, here to guide you through the ups and downs of the trading day with a calm and steady approach.

Today, June 25, 2025, the U.S. equity markets decided to take a breather. After seeing some gains earlier this week, largely due to improving geopolitical conditions in the Middle East, the S&P 500 finished slightly down, the Dow Jones dipped 0.3%, and the Nasdaq managed a slight climb of 0.3%, driven by strong performances in tech and communication sectors.

But before we dive deeper into individual stories, let's glance at some economic numbers that investors were watching today. New home sales in May didn't quite meet expectations, a bit of a setback there, and all eyes are on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. In his Senate Committee testimony, he hinted there won't be any immediate interest rate cuts, preferring to wait for more definitive economic data.

As we look ahead, Friday's release of the Personal Consumption Expenditures data is likely on the minds of many, given its significance as the Fed’s preferred inflation measure. We’ll see how that influences market sentiment as well.

Let's shift gears and focus on Tesla, which had a rather bumpy ride today. Tesla shares tumbled nearly 4%, closing just shy of $328. This drop follows a remarkable surge earlier this week—up over 9%—thanks to glowing news about its robotaxi trials in Austin, Texas. It's not unusual to see a pullback after such a significant run-up, which we can consider a market correction.

Digging deeper, Tesla's challenges in the European Union sales arena were tough to ignore, marking the fifth consecutive month of decline. Add to that the looming competition in the EV space and concerns over its recent financial performance, and you get a clear picture of why investor sentiment might be wary.

In terms of financial numbers, Tesla reported a 9% drop in revenues and a sharp 71% dip in Profit After Tax for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. Despite these headwinds, some analysts remain optimistic. Around 42% of them are still recommending a 'Buy' on Tesla, with a target price just under $295—interestingly, below today's closing price.

Yet, let's not lose sight of the broader picture. Over the past week, Tesla's shares did rise by more than 10%, and they're up a phenomenal 66% over the past year. Keep in mind, though, its all-time high was set in December 2024 at nearly $480. We've got a bit of distance to go from today's numbers.

Other notable market moves today include Nvidia climbing over 4% to a new pinnacle, while FedEx faced a rough ride, dropping 5% in premarket trading post-earnings. It keeps things interesting, doesn’t it?

Before we wrap up, here's a simple tip to consider: Stay informed, but remain calm in the face of market volatility. Remember, each dip and spike is a part of the larger narrative that shapes long-term growth.

That's all for today's dive into the market waters. I'm Dusty, reminding you, "When the dust settles, only the truth remains." Thanks for tuning in to "Tesla Stock Daily Drive." Until next time, invest wisely and take care.

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