Since Donald Trump’s election victory, Tesla’s stock has surged nearly 30%, adding over $200 billion in market value and pushing the company's worth past $1 trillion. This rally has dealt a heavy blow to hedge funds holding short positions, with estimated losses exceeding $5 billion.
Hedge funds have quickly scaled back on Tesla shorts, with only 7% net short on Tesla as of Nov 6, down from 17% in July. Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, a prominent Trump supporter, has influenced Trump’s campaign significantly, positioning himself for potential influence in the upcoming administration.
Despite Tesla’s recent success, some investors, including Clean Energy Transition’s CEO Per Lekander, anticipate that Trump’s anti-climate policies could eventually hurt Tesla by slashing green energy incentives within the next year or so.
As the wider EV sector struggles, Tesla stands out with a 30% gain in 2024, while many renewable energy stocks have slumped following Trump’s win.
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