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Furthermore, the holiday period typically sees reduced workforce availability and increased labor costs, possibly encouraging Tesla to optimize manufacturing processes during this time. The market, however, interprets this pause as a sign of potential hiccups, thus applying downward pressure on the stock.
Market Sentiment and Technicals
Investor sentiment plays a significant role in Tesla’s recent decline. The stock has seen increased interest from short-sellers — investors betting on a decline — which can amplify downward momentum. The current interest from short-sellers is enormous, exerting additional pressure on Tesla’s stock price.