Investor sentiment wanes as Tesla faces stock price decline linked to Musk's association with former President Trump
Tesla, the leading electric vehicle manufacturer in the United States, has recently encountered a meaningful drop in its stock prices.
On March 31, 2025, shares of
Tesla fell by nearly six percent, placing it among the largest losers within the Nasdaq 100 index.
This downturn comes as part of a broader sell-off in the U.S. stock market, raising concerns among investors regarding the company's financial stability.
The recent decline marks a continuation of a trend wherein investors have been divesting from
Tesla stocks for several months, effectively reversing a previous period of growth.
Following the electoral victory of
Donald Trump in November,
Tesla’s stock price experienced a substantial increase, doubling in value as investors anticipated potential benefits from Musk’s proximity to the then-President.
Elon Musk's financial contributions to Trump's political campaign reportedly surpassed 250 million dollars, with Musk also serving as a close advisor to Trump.
Initially perceived by some investors as a potential advantage for
Tesla, these affiliations have become a subject of scrutiny.
The implementation of stringent fiscal policies by the U.S. administration has sparked considerable backlash against Musk, further contributing to the investor sentiment shift.
As
Tesla's stock price continues to decline, apprehensions regarding the sustainability of the company's market performance intensify.
Investor uncertainties concerning Musk's political affiliations and their potential impacts on
Tesla's future have exacerbated these concerns, leading to cautious market reactions.