Tesla Revs Up Bond Buyers to Support Model 3

Tesla Revs Up Bond Buyers to Support Model 3

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The video discusses a company's plan to sell $1.5 billion in bonds to fund its Model 3 electric car and improve its balance sheet. Despite being below investment grade and having no profit, the bond is in high demand, with interest rates expected to be under 5%. Investors are driven by a fear of missing out, despite the company's financial instability. The bond's covenants favor the company, allowing it to use its Giga factory as collateral, which poses risks to bondholders.

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What is the purpose of Tesla's bond sale?

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How much of the bond had been sold within a few hours of its announcement?

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What is the significance of the interest rate being under 5% for Tesla's bonds?

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Why are investors willing to accept a lower yield for Tesla's bonds despite the company's financial situation?

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What are the covenants associated with Tesla's bond sale, and how do they affect investors?

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