Tesla (TSLA, $123.15) temporarily suspends production in Shanghai
Tesla temporarily halted production in its Shanghai factory on December 24, one day before the planned date to suspend vehicle assembly at this site. According to a Reuters report, the electric carmaker planned to pause production in Shanghai for a week, between December 25 and January 1.
While the company has not provided any official reasons for this temporary halt, it is likely that the resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic in China, following the nation’s relaxation of restrictions, is a factor. Citing anonymous sources, Reuters reported that Tesla workers and suppliers have been falling sick as part of the new COVID-19 wave.
Weakening demand in China could be an additional reason. Tesla has repeatedly reduced the prices of the Model 3 and Model Y in China in recent weeks, introduced promotional offers and also decreased vehicle delivery times. Some reports had also been suggesting that Tesla will lower output in the Shanghai factory, which would be the first voluntary reduction of production levels since the factory was opened in 2018 (although COVID-19 restrictions and scheduled maintenance compelled the company to lower production earlier this year).
Shanghai factory accounted for around 51.7%, or 484,130, of the 936,222 vehicles delivered by Tesla in 2021. The capacity of the factory is over 750,000 vehicles per year.
Tesla shares fell almost -37% in December alone, representing around $226 billion decrease in market capitalization.
TSLA sees its 50-day moving average cross bullishly above its 200-day moving average
The 50-day moving average for TSLA moved above the 200-day moving average on July 01, 2025. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on July 25, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on TSLA as a result. In of 78 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for TSLA just turned positive on July 16, 2025. Looking at past instances where TSLA's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 44 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where TSLA advanced for three days, in of 340 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
TSLA may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 65 cases where TSLA's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
TSLA moved below its 50-day moving average on July 29, 2025 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for TSLA crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on July 08, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 15 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where TSLA declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 82, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. TSLA’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (8.905) is normal, around the industry mean (6.217). P/E Ratio (40.726) is within average values for comparable stocks, (17.826). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (2.067) is also within normal values, averaging (5.723). TSLA has a moderately low Dividend Yield (0.000) as compared to the industry average of (0.042). P/S Ratio (6.305) is also within normal values, averaging (79.562).
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