Tesla’s Takeoff Leaves Analysts, Short Sellers Scrambling

The video discusses Tesla's significant market surge, with prices gaining over 23% due to positive developments in China and incentives for electric vehicles. Analysts have struggled to keep up with the rapid price changes, with only a few firms initially predicting the high price levels. Despite recent upgrades, many firms still hold a sell rating on Tesla. The video also examines the short interest in Tesla shares, which remains high compared to the S&P 500 average, indicating substantial market activity and interest in shorting Tesla.

What factors contributed to the recent surge in Tesla's stock price?

• Increased demand for gasoline vehicles

• Positive developments in China and incentives for electric vehicles

• Decline in global stock markets

• New government regulations against electric vehicles

How many firms initially had a price target close to $500 for Tesla?

• Fifteen firms

• Ten firms

• Five firms

• Three firms

What is the current status of analysts' ratings on Tesla?

• All firms have a buy rating

• All firms have a sell rating

• No firms have a rating on Tesla

• There is a mix of buy and sell ratings

What is the short interest percentage of Tesla's shares outstanding?

• 25%

• 10%

• 2%

• 18%

How does Tesla's short interest compare to the S&P 500 average?

• It is lower than the average

• It is the same as the average

• It is higher than the average

• It is not comparable