Tesla's Electric Dreams Under Scrutiny
Tesla's stock just had its second-worst month ever as Elon Musk's investors turn jittery. The company's market value holds below $1 trillion, with shares falling 28% in February due to weakening U.S. consumer spending and uncertainty about tariffs and policy changes. Tesla's sales in the EU fell 45% in January, while earnings were also disappointing.
- As Tesla struggles to regain investor confidence, it highlights the challenges faced by high-growth companies when their leaders' personal brand becomes increasingly tied to the company's valuation.
- Can Tesla find a way to reboot its brand and regain market share without sacrificing its commitment to Elon Musk's vision for sustainable energy?