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However, analysts noted increasing political headwinds stemming from CEO Elon Musk's polarizing public profile and his involvement with the Trump administration. Data pointed to declining favorability ratings for Tesla among consumers, which suggests that public perception could materially impact sales in the near term.
Competitive Landscape and Pressure from Legacy Automakers
Colin Rush of Oppenheimer provided insight on Tesla's recent stock decline, attributing it partially to existing competition in both the U.S. and crucial Chinese markets. He noted Tesla's pivot towards AI and robotics as strategies for long-term growth; however, he expressed concern about pressure from competitors, especially those emerging in China, which could threaten Tesla’s market share.