Tesla’s Strategic Pivot: Investors Bet on AI Amid Automotive Headwinds
29.01.2026 - 04:43:04
Tesla’s latest quarterly report delivered a mix of expected challenges and a surprising strategic declaration. While the electric vehicle pioneer’s core automotive business faces significant pressure, a bold commitment to artificial intelligence and autonomous technology has captured investor attention, prompting a reassessment of the company’s future value.
For the final quarter, Tesla reported revenue of $24.9 billion, slightly surpassing analyst consensus estimates of $24.79 billion. The positive surprise was more pronounced in profitability, with adjusted earnings per share coming in at $0.50, above the anticipated $0.45.
These figures, however, mask a pivotal shift. The company recorded its first-ever annual revenue decline in 2025, with total revenue falling 3% to $94.8 billion. Read more...

