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The Bad: Market Sentiment and Short-Term Headwinds
The stock price responded mildly, falling roughly 5% despite the grim production numbers. Panelists debated whether this move was already "priced in" or if a floor for Tesla shares might be intact due to long-term prospects.
The core concern remains: can demand bounce back? Matt Smith expressed cautious optimism, noting that macroeconomic factors, rising energy infrastructure investments, and Tesla’s evolving product lineup support a long-term bullish case. Conversely, some critics argue that recurring demand softness, competitive pressures, and policy headwinds threaten to derail the growth narrative.