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The Uncomfortable Truth Behind Tesla's Falling Stock Prices


Published on 2025-03-04 13:00:52 - Slate
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  • People don't fill out a questionnaire every time they sell Tesla stock, so we don't know exactly what causes its price to go down. The evidence is strong, though, that Tesla shares trade down when the spotlight shines extra brightly on Musk paying attention to other things.

Elon Musk's recent controversial statements and actions have led to a significant backlash, including calls for a boycott of Tesla, resulting in a noticeable decline in the company's stock prices. According to a recent article on Slate, Musk's comments, which ranged from political endorsements to insensitive remarks about various social issues, have alienated a portion of Tesla's customer base and investors. This has sparked a debate on the impact of a CEO's personal brand on their company's market performance. The article details how Tesla's stock has fallen by approximately 15% in the last month, with analysts attributing this drop to Musk's polarizing behavior rather than the company's operational performance or market conditions. Furthermore, the piece discusses the broader implications for corporate governance and the potential long-term effects on Tesla's brand loyalty and market position.

Read the Full Slate Article at:
[ https://slate.com/technology/2025/03/elon-musk-tesla-boycott-stocks-falling-explained.html ]