Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2026-01-28. Here’s a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Tesla to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.40.
Tesla bulls will hope to hear the company announce they’ve not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
Historical Earnings Performance
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.00, leading to a 2.28% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here’s a look at Tesla’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 0.5 | 0.35 | 0.41 | 0.77 |
| EPS Actual | 0.5 | 0.40 | 0.27 | 0.73 |
| Price Change % | 2.0 | -8.00 | 5.00 | 3.00 |
Tesla Share Price Analysis
Shares of Tesla were trading at $435.2 as of January 26. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 11.85%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release.
Analyst Opinions on Tesla
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Tesla.
Analysts have provided Tesla with 17 ratings, resulting in a consensus rating of Outperform. The average one-year price target stands at $440.19, suggesting a potential 1.98% downside.