Tesla's Biggest Bear Sees 2019 as a 'Dismal' Year

The transcript discusses Tesla's financial strategies, including reduced CapEx and accounting tactics to achieve profitability. Analysts have mixed reactions, with some praising the reduced cash burn and others highlighting risks. The discussion also covers Tesla's demand issues, market perception, and the challenges in convincing investors of the company's potential. Despite the stock's rise, concerns about Tesla's performance and unmet promises persist.

What was the reaction of analysts to Tesla's recent stock rally?

• They were unanimously positive.

• They ignored the rally.

• They had mixed reactions.

• They were mostly negative.

What significant change did Tesla make to its capital expenditure?

• Reduced it by billions.

• Kept it the same.

• Increased it by billions.

• Eliminated it completely.

How is Tesla attempting to achieve profitability according to the transcript?

• By expanding into new markets.

• By reducing stock compensation.

• By using accounting strategies.

• By increasing production costs.

What is a major challenge for Tesla in maintaining its high growth multiple?

• Reducing its market share.

• Reconciling spending with growth.

• Expanding its product line.

• Increasing its workforce.

What makes Tesla a polarizing stock according to the transcript?

• Its consistent profitability.

• Its stable stock price.

• Its mixed analyst ratings.

• Its lack of innovation.

What issue is highlighted regarding Tesla's Model 3 demand?

• Decreasing production.

• Stable demand.

• Demand constraints.

• Excessive demand.

What is a key criticism of Tesla's performance mentioned in the transcript?

• Meeting all of Elon Musk's promises.

• Consistent free cash flow.

• Exceeding financial expectations.

• Significant underperformance.