Tesla (TSLA) is back in focus after reports that a redesigned Roadster could be revealed in August, with a Texas demo that may include hovering technology powered by SpaceX thrusters.

Tesla shares have picked up short term momentum, with a 7 day share price return of 4.17% and recent Roadster headlines adding to renewed interest. However, the 30 day and year to date share price returns are still down 10.13% and 21.87%, while the 3 year total shareholder return of 58.83% shows a very different longer term picture.

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Tesla shares have bounced on the Roadster headlines, yet the stock still trades below both recent highs and many analyst targets. Given that gap between price and estimates, where might fair value sensibly sit now?

Most Popular Narrative: 14.1% Overvalued

The most followed Tesla narrative pegs fair value at $300, which sits below the recent $342.27 share price and helps explain why some investors see a premium.

Tesla is not being valued like a car company, but like a bundle of future bets sitting on top of a real operating business.

The real upside the market is paying for is Robotaxi, Optimus / Physical AI, and Elon Musk premium.

This narrative leans heavily on how much of Tesla's value is tied to Robotaxi and Optimus rather than today's auto and energy revenue. Curious which growth, margin and valuation assumptions have to line up for $300 to make sense?

Result: Fair Value of $300 (OVERVALUED)

However, Tesla’s call option framing can be tested quickly if progress on its Robotaxi initiative stalls or if sentiment around the Elon Musk premium becomes more cautious.

Next Steps

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