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PRIMECAP Management Co Cuts Tesla Stake by 304,710 Shares

PRIMECAP Management Co Cuts Tesla Stake by 304,710 Shares

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PRIMECAP Management Co, managed by Theofanis Kolokotrones, recently executed a significant transaction involving Tesla, Inc. ((TSLA)). The hedge fund reduced its position by 304,710 shares.

Recent Updates on Tesla, Inc. stock

Tesla (TSLA) shares slipped 4.0% over the past week and 5.1% in the last month, though they remain up 10.9% over 12 months. Wall Street rates the stock a Hold with an average 12‑month target of $402.47 versus the recent $431.46 price, implying modest downside after a strong run.

Analyst Ben Kallo of Baird reiterated a Buy on Jan. 28, 2026 with a $548 target, arguing Tesla is entering a major investment phase with capex set to more than double. He cites the build‑out of an AI value chain, shutdown of Model S/X lines to make room for an Optimus robot line, big solar and storage ambitions, and new products like Megapack 4, Cybercab, Robotaxi, Semi, and Optimus as key long‑term growth drivers.

Spark’s Take on TSLA Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, TSLA is a Neutral.

The score is anchored by Tesla’s solid balance sheet and sustained cash generation but is held back by sharply weaker growth and profitability into 2025. Technicals are bearish (below key moving averages with negative MACD), and valuation is a major headwind given the very high P/E. The earnings call adds some support via margin improvement and energy/FSD/autonomy progress, but near-term delivery softness and the >$20B CapEx ramp raise execution and cash-burn risk.

To see Spark’s full report on TSLA stock, click here.

More about Tesla, Inc.

YTD Price Performance: -7.20%

Average Trading Volume: 72,058,211

Current Market Cap: $1595.6B

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