Analyst Sees Large Downside for Tesla Post-Cybercab Presentation
Sep 4, 2026, 3:32 PM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed
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A high-profile sell call with a 12-month target implying ~93% downside can trigger additional downside pressure, especially after flagship event themes historically see immediate price weakness. While single-analyst views can shift sentiment, if other fundamentals remain unclear, selling pressure may persist into the next few weeks.
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Gordon Johnson of GLJ Research reiterates a Sell view on TSLA after Tesla's Cybercab event, arguing the show offered few monetizable details and lacks clear production or network specifics. His $24.86 target implies roughly 90% downside and reflects a belief the stock is pricing a network rather than a car. The key risk is the absence of concrete monetization or regulatory clarity around Cybercab.
Gordon Johnson keeps Sell on TSLA; price target $24.86 after Cybercab.
Cybercab leaves questions on units, pricing, and operating rules.
Attendees rode a two-seater with no steering wheel during the event.
Stock priced for a network, not a car, says Johnson.
Post-event drop and 12-month PT imply roughly 93% downside.
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