Tesla Stock Faces Renewed Bearish Pressure as BNP Paribas Slashes Price Target
Tesla shares fell 1.5% to $422.28 after BNP Paribas Exane analyst James Picariello initiated coverage with a Sell rating and a $307 price target—a 27% downside from current levels. The bearish call highlights concerns over Tesla's AI-driven valuation, which relies on unproven revenue streams like robo-taxis and humanoid robots.
Traditional auto analysts continue to diverge from tech-focused peers, with Picariello valuing Tesla at 150x estimated 2026 earnings—still steep compared to legacy automakers. The stock's momentum waned after a 3.7% rally earlier in the week, reflecting persistent skepticism about its trillion-dollar market cap.