Tesla Q3 Profits Plunge 37% Despite EV Tax Credit Sales Surge, Musk Pay Package Vote Looms
Tesla reported a 37% drop in quarterly profits despite surpassing delivery expectations, attributed to buyers rushing to secure expiring EV tax credits. The earnings slump comes as CEO Elon Musk seeks approval for a historic $1 trillion pay package amid growing shareholder skepticism.
Profit Decline Amid Sales Surge
Tesla experienced a 37% year-over-year profit decline in its most recent quarter, according to the company’s earnings report, despite achieving record vehicle deliveries. The automaker reportedly posted net income of $1.4 billion, down from $2.2 billion in the same period last year, while earnings per share of 50 cents fell short of the 54 cents analysts had projected.