Investors and Wall Street analysts are still split down the middle over Tesla Inc. (TSLA: NSD) stock. Morgan Stanley’s Adam Jonas, an expert, is the most recent person to weigh in. He gave his new predictions after the recent investor meeting. TSLA stock prices seem to be going down in the short term. What does this mean for Tesla’s long-term prospects?
Stock Target Advisor’s Analysis on Tesla:
Despite Morgan Stanley’s outlook, Stock Target Advisor rates Tesla a ‘Buy’, projecting a 40.08% price gain over the next twelve months to reach a target of $280.8 per share. This is marginally above the average analyst target price for TSLA, which stands at $259.47.
Covered by a large pool of 25 analysts, Tesla receives an average rating of ‘Buy’. The consensus target price stands at $259.47 with a high estimate of $400 and a low estimate of $85.
Despite the bearish sentiment around TSLA, the stock receives a ‘Buy’ rating from market analysts, on par with other auto manufacturers on the NSD exchange, which also possess an average rating of ‘Buy’.
Investor Sentiment and Morgan Stanley Analyst Insights:
Previously a bull on Tesla, Adam Jonas acknowledges the recently dominant bearish sentiment around Tesla. Investors’ concerns focus on Tesla’s price cuts, production challenges, and the lofty valuation of its artificial intelligence ambitions.
Underperformance is predicted for Tesla over the next six months, partially driven by the aforementioned issues. However, the long-term potential for Tesla in a fast-evolving automotive industry remains an open discussion.
Bottom Line:
Tesla’s long-term growth and profitability ratios make it an appealing investment for growth-focused investors, despite investors’ concerns about its valuation and short-term performance. TSLA investors should use financial prudence to evaluate Tesla’s earnings and sector comparison before buying or selling.
