Tesla’s Valuation Under Scrutiny Amid Conflicting Signals

A stark warning from a famed investor clashes with unexpectedly strong sales data, creating a dilemma for Tesla shareholders. Michael Burry, the investor celebrated for predicting the 2008 financial crisis, has issued a critical analysis of the electric vehicle maker’s stock, labeling its valuation as “ridiculous.” His caution arrives just as new figures from China reveal a significant sales rebound, presenting investors with two competing narratives.

In a recent Substack publication, Burry dissected a fundamental concern often overlooked by the market: shareholder dilution. His central thesis revolves around what he terms the “tragic algebra” of Tesla’s equity-based compensation schemes. According to his calculations, existing shareholders effectively see their ownership stake erode by Read more...