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Tesla's highly anticipated Robotaxi Day, scheduled for October 10, is unlikely to significantly influence investor sentiment, Barclays analysts suggest. While the event will outline Tesla's ambitious plans for autonomous vehicles (AV) and AI technology, entrenched perspectives among investors are expected to stay firm.
“Bulls see Tesla further owning the narrative on AV, [while] skeptics see a long path ahead to scaling,” the analysts noted.
Shaping Tesla's Growth Story
The electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer’s pivot toward autonomous technology and AI is central to its growth strategy. During Robotaxi Day, Tesla is expected to discuss a driverless pilot program in select areas and possibly unveil the Model 2.5, an anticipated low-cost vehicle. However, analysts caution that the event may focus more on vision and targets rather than specific timelines for AV commercialization.
“Tesla investors are largely entrenched in their views, so we don't see the event significantly changing opinions on Tesla’s opportunity in AV,” analysts continued.
Bulls and Skeptics Likely to React Differently
Tesla’s bullish investors, particularly in the retail sector, may interpret the event positively, seeing it as a further reinforcement of Tesla's dominance in the AV narrative. The company’s comprehensive approach to scaling driverless technology could solidify its position in their view.
However, skeptics may highlight the challenges Tesla faces in scaling AV technology, including the substantial costs and time involved. Comparisons with Waymo, seen by some as the leader in driverless AV, may also emerge as a point of focus. This could lead to a "sell the news" reaction, especially considering Tesla's strong recent stock performance, the report concluded.
