Instant Reaction: Tesla Earnings Miss Despite A Sales Surge

Bloomberg Intelligence

Tesla posted third-quarter profit that fell short of Wall Street’s expectations despite record electric-vehicle sales, a sign of the pressure automakers are facing from shifting federal policies and rising costs.

Adjusted earnings were 50 cents per share in the period, the company said Wednesday in a statement. Analysts had expected 54 cents on average in estimates compiled by Bloomberg. Revenue was $28.1 billion.

For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Businessweek hosts Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec speak with:

  • Bloomberg Tech Co-Host Ed Ludlow
  • Ross Gerber, CEO of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tesla posted third-quarter profit that fell short of Wall Street’s expectations despite record electric-vehicle sales, a sign of the pressure automakers are facing from shifting federal policies and rising costs.

Adjusted earnings were 50 cents per share in the period, the company said Wednesday in a statement. Analysts had expected 54 cents on average in estimates compiled by Bloomberg. Revenue was $28.1 billion.

For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Businessweek hosts Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec speak with:

  • Bloomberg Tech Co-Host Ed Ludlow
  • Ross Gerber, CEO of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-10-22 15 min Transcript
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