Tesla Stock Soars as Elon Musk Pledges Renewed Focus on Core Operations

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Tesla Stock Soars as Elon Musk Pledges Renewed Focus on Core Operations

Tesla's stock price surged around 5% after CEO Elon Musk announced a plan to prioritize the company's primary operations. This shift in focus comes as part of Musk's strategy to spend less time on external projects and more on key ventures including Tesla, SpaceX, xAI, and Neuralink. Reuters reported that this strategic refocusing is aimed at mitigating declining Tesla sales and alleviating investor concerns.

Alongside Musk's recommitment to core operations, Tesla is gearing up to introduce more affordable electric vehicles, with production slated to begin in early 2025. This initiative is seen as a way to boost sales amidst increasing competition in the EV market. Additionally, the company is set to test an autonomous ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas, this June, marking a notable advancement in its autonomous vehicle technology efforts.

Despite facing a 71% drop in net income and a 20% decrease in automotive revenue in the first quarter, Tesla remains optimistic about its future growth. The company plans to leverage new vehicle launches and technological innovations to strengthen its standing in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle sector.

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