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NEWS
🚖 Tesla’s Robotaxi Event: Bold Promises, But Wall Street Wants More 💸

On October 10, 2024, Elon Musk hosted Tesla’s much-anticipated Robotaxi event—where hype was as high as the Cybertruck’s windows and expectations were thicker than the rumors around Twitter's future (oops, we mean X). But as the smoke machines cleared and the jazzy sci-fi vibes faded, Wall Street wasn’t exactly cheering. Tesla’s stock took a nosedive of almost 9%, slicing a cool $67 billion off its valuation. Let's unpack what went down.

What Tesla Unveiled

In typical Musk fashion, the show kicked off with style: Musk rolled in aboard the Cybercab, a futuristic two-seater with no steering wheel or pedals. Think of it as the ultimate “look Ma, no hands!” vehicle. This model, specifically designed for Tesla’s autonomous ride-hailing future, aims to offer fully self-driving rides by 2027, with an estimated price tag below $30,000. If Tesla can actually pull this off, it’s like getting a Lamborghini at Kia prices—too good to be true, right?

Alongside the Cybercab, Musk introduced the Robovan, a sleek shuttle designed to transport up to 20 passengers autonomously. He also teased a new inductive wireless charging system, where Tesla owners could simply park over a pad to juice up their vehicles. No cables, no drama.

So, Why Did the Stock Tank?

Investors weren’t impressed by the shiny new toys. They were looking for more: hard numbers, detailed business strategies, and a clearer path to Tesla’s ride-hailing empire. Musk’s promises to roll out unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) in California and Texas next year sounded like déjà vu to analysts—who’ve heard these grand timelines before. In the end, the vague timelines left retail and institutional investors with more questions than answers.

Tesla's 9% stock drop reflected that unease. Investors are concerned about production challenges, potential delays, and whether Tesla can truly make robotaxis affordable without massive subsidies or losses. Meanwhile, competitors like Uber and Lyft saw their stocks climb, with traders betting on these companies to remain dominant in the ride-hailing market, at least for the foreseeable future.

What’s Next for Tesla and Traders?

Musk's long-term vision remains ambitious. By 2027, Tesla aims to flood the streets with Cybercabs, taking another step toward becoming a fully autonomous transportation giant. If the robotaxi fleet succeeds, it could redefine urban mobility, disrupt public transportation, and make traditional ride-hailing platforms obsolete. On the flip side, another delay or flop would further test investors' patience.

For retail traders, Tesla’s current stock dip could offer a classic “buy the dip” opportunity—if you believe Musk’s promises will eventually pan out. However, the volatility makes it equally risky. Given that Tesla is a market favorite, its swings also tend to ripple across tech stocks and broader markets, making it something to watch closely for anyone invested in ETFs or electric vehicle competitors.

The Big Picture: Bold or Bust?

Musk has always been a visionary, but he’s also known for being, well, optimistic with his timelines. Will we all be riding Cybercabs by 2027? Maybe. Will retail traders have a wild ride until then? Absolutely. Tesla remains a stock that can skyrocket or freefall on the back of promises, tweets, and tech breakthroughs—making it a dream (or nightmare) for day traders.

In the end, as Musk himself might say: Buckle up. It’s going to be a bumpy ride.

EVENTS
Important Data Events - Week 42

🟠 = less important

🔴 = more important

Monday, October 14

Tuesday, October 15

Wednesday, October 16

Thursday, October 17

Friday, October 11

WEEKLY TRADING LEVELS
FUTURES INDICIES

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