Melius Research has initiated coverage on Tesla Inc (TSLA) with a Buy rating, marking the firm's first assessment of the company's investment potential. This rating reflects Melius's analysis of Tesla's business, industry dynamics, and growth prospects.
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Tesla designs, develops, manufactures, and sells electric vehicles and energy generation and storage systems. The company, which employs 125,665 full-time employees, operates in two segments: automotive and energy generation and storage. Its automotive segment includes high-performance electric vehicles such as the Model 3, Y, S, X, and Cybertruck, along with sales of automotive regulatory credits and other related services. Meanwhile, the energy segment offers solar energy generation and storage products, including the Powerwall and Megapack.
As of October 12, 2025, Tesla's current stock price stands at $439.62, contributing to a market capitalization of $1,428.5 billion. The company has a P/E ratio of 271.17 and an EPS of 1.50. Upcoming earnings are anticipated on July 20, 2026, with estimates of $0.51 per share and revenue of $25.2 billion.
Analyst ratings provide insights based on research and financial models, but they are subject to change as new information emerges. Investors should consider a range of factors, including company fundamentals and industry trends, when making decisions. The current analyst consensus for Tesla includes 8 Strong Buy, 22 Buy, 19 Hold, 10 Sell, and 2 Strong Sell ratings, reflecting a consensus rating of Hold as of November 1, 2025.
Recent actions by analysts include Melius Research's initiation on October 13, 2025, and various ratings maintained by firms such as Evercore ISI Group and Stifel.
This update provides insight into Tesla's evolving market perception as it continues to navigate the competitive landscape of the electric vehicle sector.