Tesla Stock Surges 7.36% on 73.74% Volume Spike, Becomes Top U.S. Traded Stock

. 12, 2025, . markets. The rally followed a series of developments underscoring the electric vehicle maker’s strategic momentum and market positioning.

Analysts highlighted Tesla’s expanding global manufacturing footprint, with recent operational updates from its Texas and Berlin gigafactories signaling improved production efficiency. The company also announced a new software update for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, which analysts noted could accelerate adoption rates and justify premium pricing in key markets. Additionally, regulatory filings revealed a reduction in inventory levels, aligning with management’s guidance to streamline supply chains amid stabilizing demand in China and Europe.

, a move interpreted as a vote of confidence in the stock’s intrinsic value. The buyback, coupled with a recent earnings report that exceeded revenue estimates, reinforced perceptions of the company’s ability to navigate macroeconomic headwinds while maintaining profit margins. , indicating reduced bearish speculation.

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