Tesla, Inc.(TSLA)Stock Price & Analysis
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TSLA Stock Price Today (October 2026) — Tesla, Inc. Analysis & Key Metrics 2026-10-08

Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) is trading at $375.00, down 0.74% today (as of October 2026). The stock continues to show early recovery signs above the short-term average, attracting attention from investors looking for Consumer Cyclical growth opportunities.

  • According to consensus analyst estimates, the 1-year price target is $390.09 (4.0% upside).
  • Volatility is moderate (27.55% annualized), implying notable price swings for short-term traders.
  • The fundamental picture, based on the latest financial filings, is nuanced: solid revenue growth (25.50% YoY) alongside competitive pressures in the Auto Manufacturers space.

TSLA Stock Analysis: Key Metrics & Valuation (October 2026)

Concise, actionable data for investors

Trend posture
Recovery: above 50-day, below 200-day average
Analyst 1Y target$390.09+4.0%
Volatility (30d ann.)27.55%Moderate
RSI (14-day)
56.66 (Neutral)
Debt$16.08B (0.18x D/E)

Tesla, Inc. - Historical Price & Volume

$375.00
+133.95 (+55.57%)
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Range: 2Y

Market Cap

$1.48T

Enterprise Value: $1.45T

P/E Ratio

332.38

Forward P/E: 170.46

Revenue Growth

+25.50%

Year over Year

Analyst Target

$390.09

+4.0% upside potential

Key Investor Questions About TSLA

What investors need to know before buying

Is it a good time to buy TSLA stock?

Based on current market data, TSLA presents a neutral technical setup with looking solid fundamentals.

  • Technicals say: Neutral (RSI 56.66)
  • Fundamentals say: Looking solid (debt and growth supportive)
Can TSLA sustain revenue growth in the Auto Manufacturers market?

TSLA's growth trajectory depends on its ability to expand within the Auto Manufacturers sector while managing margin pressures.

  • Future growth will depend on performance in core Auto Manufacturers operations.
  • The ability to manage competitive pressures will be crucial for sustained growth.
What are the biggest risks facing TSLA stock?

The primary risks for TSLA investors include debt exposure and competitive dynamics in the Auto Manufacturers industry.

  • $16.08B in debt could be a headwind in a high-rate environment.
  • Fierce competition from established players in Auto Manufacturers.

52-Week Trading Range

52-Week Low$297.38
52-Week High$498.83
Current Price$375.00

Over the past year, TSLA stock traded between $297.38 and $498.83 and currently trades in the middle of that range. Big swings are likely unless a major catalyst emerges.

Volatility & Risk Profile

30-Day Volatility27.55%
Beta2.25
RSI (14-day)56.66

With 27.55% annualized volatility and β=2.25, the stock exhibits high sensitivity to market moves—making TSLA suitable for investors comfortable with active risk management.

Institutional & Insider Ownership

Insider Ownership17.82%
Institutional Ownership43.67%
Shares Short68.86M

Moderate ownership metrics suggest a balanced supply-demand dynamic.

Analyst Sentiment & Price Targets

Mean Target
$390.09
Upside Potential
+4.0%
Recommendation
buy
Analyst target of $390.09 suggests modest upside with 4.0% potential gain.

Latest News & Headlines

Recent headlines and coverage

BenzingaSep 26, 2026

Ross Gerber Asks Why Tesla Isn't Advertising With Gas at $6.50 a Gallon in LA. 'It's Just Infuriating to Me How Poorly Run Tesla Is'

Investor Ross Gerber sees a golden opportunity for Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) staring it right in the face: Gasoline prices in Los Angeles are around $6.50 a gallon, yet the electric vehicle maker isn’t flooding the airwaves with ads telling drivers there...

Investor's Business DailySep 26, 2026

Dow Jones Futures: Growth Shrugs Off Surging Yields, But Trump Rejects Iran Deal; Micron, SpaceX, Tesla Eye Buy Points

Growth stocks have shrugged off Treasury yields, while Micron, SpaceX and Tesla are near buy points with big news due. Trump rejects an Iran deal.

Barrons.comSep 26, 2026

What Musk’s Tesla and SpaceX Stocks Are Doing After That White House State Dinner

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk was seated at the head table. So was Nvidia’s Jensen Huang, Apple’s Tim Cook, and AMD’s Lisa Su.

Motley FoolSep 26, 2026

Move Over, Tesla: This $140 Billion Company Looks Like a Superior Robotaxi Investment

Tesla faces stiff competition in the autonomous-vehicle rideshare market.

Motley FoolSep 26, 2026

Groundbreaking Developments Every Tesla Investor Needs to Know

Investors in the company should keep an eye out for these catalysts for the stock.

Insider MonkeySep 26, 2026

Is Tesla’s (TSLA) Stock Really Priced Like a Car Company?

Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA)’s stock has been choppy over the last five years, with the stock falling 6% since November 2021. Tesla has been notorious for being one of the most difficult stocks to value because of its ambition to become something much larger than just an automaker. While Tesla continues to sell electric vehicles and […]

Insider MonkeySep 26, 2026

Tesla (TSLA) Sets an October 1 Roadster Unveiling. Can the Long-Delayed Car Restore Confidence?

On September 13, 2026, Reuters reported that Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk said the company will unveil its long-delayed next-generation Roadster on October 1, nearly a decade after the vehicle was first presented in 2017 with an original promised delivery date of 2020. The program has reportedly evolved from a conventional high-performance electric vehicle […]

Insider MonkeySep 26, 2026

Tesla (TSLA) Gains U.S. EV Share as its Sales Fall. Can it Protect Automotive Margins?

On September 12, 2026, the Wall Street Journal reported that Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA)’s share of the U.S. electric vehicle market rose to 52% in 2026 through August, up from 43% a year earlier, according to Motor Intelligence data, as legacy automakers scaled back their money-losing EV programs. Tesla’s own U.S. sales fell 16% year over […]

StocktwitsSep 26, 2026

The Auto Weekly: Tesla's Semi Play, Rivian's Cheaper Model Promise And Detroit's Market Share Threat

Tesla said high-volume Semi production is underway in Nevada, Rivian patched a camera-software defect across most of its fleet, and Ford cut F-150 shifts while Cox projected Hyundai Group to outsell Ford in Q3.

BenzingaSep 26, 2026

Tesla FSD Drove Over the Limit in 55% of Brussels Tests Ahead of EU Approval Vote

Tesla Inc.’s Full Self-Driving system exceeded the legal speed limit on 55% of the Brussels road segments in a newly published test, less than two weeks before a possible EU vote that could decide how widely the system can operate...

Earnings snapshot

Next report Oct 20, 2026 (after the close)

EPS beat rate
25% (3/12)
Avg move after earnings
±9.0%
Options-implied move
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Options vs history
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TSLA earnings history, charts and expected move

Frequently Asked Questions

Common investor questions about Tesla, Inc.

Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) is currently trading at $375.00. The RSI (14-day) is at 56.7, indicating neutral territory. Wall Street analysts have a consensus "buy" recommendation. The mean analyst price target of $390.09 implies 4.0% upside from current levels. Volatility is moderate at 27.6% annualized, meaning price movements are relatively contained. Investors should consider their risk tolerance, investment horizon, and portfolio diversification before making a decision.

Based on current valuation metrics for Tesla, Inc. (TSLA): The trailing P/E ratio is 332.38, which is above the market average, indicating investors are pricing in higher growth expectations. The forward P/E is 170.46, lower than the trailing P/E, suggesting analysts expect earnings improvement. The PEG ratio is 5.20, above 2.0, suggesting the stock may be overvalued relative to its expected growth. Price-to-Book is 16.32. Price-to-Sales is 13.68. Valuation should be compared to Auto Manufacturers industry peers for context, as different sectors trade at different multiples.

Based on 39 analysts covering TSLA, the consensus price target is $390.09. This represents a 4.0% upside from the current price of $375.00. The range spans from a low target of $125.00 to a high target of $600.00, reflecting varying levels of optimism among analysts. The consensus recommendation is "buy". Note: Analyst price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.

Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits into growth initiatives, or may not yet be profitable enough to distribute earnings to shareholders.

Key risks for Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) investors include: 1. Moderate volatility (27.6% annualized)—price swings are notable. 2. Broader market and macroeconomic risks (interest rates, inflation, geopolitical events). 3. Auto Manufacturers sector-specific competitive pressures. Investors should diversify and consider their risk tolerance before investing.

Here is Tesla, Inc.'s (TSLA) current debt and financial health profile: Total debt stands at $16.08B. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.18x, which is conservative and indicates a strong balance sheet with low leverage. The current ratio is 1.94, indicating strong short-term liquidity. The quick ratio is 1.35. The company holds $43.52B in cash and equivalents. Free cash flow is positive at $4.84B, providing a cushion for debt servicing and shareholder returns.