Stock Plummets as Musk Focuses on Government Restructuring
Tesla investors are growing increasingly concerned as the company’s stock value continues to drop. Many are calling for CEO Elon Musk to shift his focus back to Tesla, as the stock has declined by 55% since reaching its peak in mid-December and over 40% since the start of the year.
Musk’s Absence and Investor Concerns
✔ Government Restructuring Efforts – Musk has been in Washington, D.C., for the past seven weeks, working on a cost-cutting initiative for government operations.
✔ Tesla’s Worst Single-Day Loss – On Monday, Tesla shares dropped by 15%, the largest single-day decline since September 2020.
✔ Musk’s Multiple Commitments – Investors worry about Musk’s divided attention, as he also leads SpaceX, X, xAI, and Neuralink, in addition to his DOGE project near the White House.
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Declining Sales and Market Challenges
✔ Falling Sales in Europe & China – Tesla’s vehicle sales have slowed in major markets, impacting overall investor confidence.
✔ Public Perception of Musk’s Absence – An online poll revealed that:
➡ 60% believe Musk’s focus on government work is harming Tesla.
➡ 25% blame media exaggeration.
➡ 15% cite external economic factors.
As Tesla faces mounting pressure, investors are urging Musk to return and dedicate more attention to reviving Tesla’s growth.
