TSLA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
TSLA - Tesla, Inc. Common Stock
$447.26
1.99 (0.45%)
▲
5d:
+8.61%
30d:
+14.11%
90d:
+7.24%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 22, 2026
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Strength: 7.0/10
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98 traders called TSLA this week
77% bullish • 32 bearish
77% bullish • 32 bearish
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: TSLA is 8.1% above its trading range ($413.56). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: TSLA is 8.1% above its trading range ($413.56). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$116.60
Based on 13.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$72.40
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: TSLA is currently trading at $447.26, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $357.60 to $413.56. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 177.1) is in line with its historical norms (162.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, TSLA is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $453.40. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: TSLA has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, TSLA is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $453.40. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: TSLA has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$357.60 -
$413.56
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
51.0%
Protect Your Profits
TSLA is technically overbought (RSI 71). Consider hedging now to protect against a potential pullback while keeping your upside.
View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+8.1% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($412.25)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.9% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$357.60 -
$413.56
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$368.17
Resistance Level
$453.40
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
177.12
Wall Street Target
$412.25
(-7.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
15.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
8.3%
Profit Margin
4.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.9% premium
PE vs Historical
177.1 vs 162.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$458.18
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$471.47
(+6%)
3-Year Target
$485.14
(+9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 177→163)
PE COMPRESSION
$445.93
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 177.1, Growth: 22.7%)
$822.54
(+85%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 22.7%)
$102.36
(-77%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.7, Growth: 22.7%)
$87.00
(-81%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (189x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (177x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 188.68 | Forward EPS (Implied): $2.27
Bull Case
$517.23
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 198.1
Base Case
$428.35
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 188.7
Bear Case
$327.69
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 169.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: May 14, 2026 11:40 AM ET
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Sells
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