From Yahoo Finance: 2025-03-30 11:02:00

Tesla’s stock price has been on a downward trend in 2025 due to political and business factors. Elon Musk’s controversial role in the Department of Government Efficiency has led to investor backlash and concerns about profitability amid potential tariffs.

The stock closed at $272.06 on March 26, 2025, down from $403.84 on Dec. 31, 2024, representing a 33% loss. Financial experts warn of continued volatility and advise caution for Tesla investors as the stock slides.

Shorting Tesla stock at the beginning of the year could have yielded a profit of $13,178 for 100 shares. Shorting a stock involves betting on its decrease in value and can be done through a broker to borrow and sell shares, then buy them back at a lower price.

Despite a recent boost from Trump buying Tesla cars, experts remain cautious, predicting a mild bearish trend for Tesla shares. The longer-term damage to the stock suggests ongoing challenges and potential risks for investors.

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