Tesla (TSLA) never fails to dominate headlinesāwhether itās a Robotaxi launch in Austin, or a high-profile political fallout between Elon Musk and President Trump. But while others get caught in the narrative whirlwind, I quietly work my edge:
āBuy on bad news, sell on good news.ā
Even with just 1 full share or a fractional piece, Teslaās typical 20ā30% price swings are enough to generate hundreds of dollars in SGD gains. š°
I recently sold at $447 on another platform, pocketed the profits, then withdrew and topped up my Tiger account to prepare for the next round. I treat Tesla not as a forever hold, but as a sentiment-driven trading vehicle, allowing me to ride the waves of fear and greed without emotional attachment.
With the Robotaxi announcement looming, Iām already seeing the setup for a classic āsell the newsā reaction. Hype builds, price spikesāthen reality sets in. If it drops again? Thatās when I re-enter. š
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š§ Answering the Big Questions:
1ļøā£ Can Robotaxi Launch Comfort Tesla?
Yes, it could give Tesla short-term bullish momentumāespecially if markets believe in its long-term autonomy narrative. But unless the launch is more than a PR event and shows real traction, I treat it as a short-term pop to reduce exposure. Iāll sell into the rally, and re-buy if reality pulls it back.
2ļøā£ Is There Still a Chance for Trump and Musk to Reconcile?
Yesāboth are pragmatic and capable of putting ego aside for mutual interest, especially around American jobs and manufacturing. But politics is unpredictable. Any alignment would be fragile, and Muskās independence may prevent him from towing a party line for long. Reconciliation is possible, but Iām not betting on it.
3ļøā£ Did Their Fallout Introduce New Policy Risks for Tesla?
Definitely. Muskās political stance, if perceived as combative or partisan, could jeopardize Teslaās standing with lawmakers. Regulatory support and government contracts are crucial for EV infrastructure. Any friction could introduce new policy headwinds, especially in states where clean energy policy is politically influenced. I factor this into my trades.
4ļøā£ Whatās Your Take on Muskās Political Capital Turning into Political Liability?
Itās a double-edged sword. Muskās fame fuels Teslaās brandābut it also brings unnecessary controversy. When his personal views begin to polarize key demographics or politicians, it adds risk. For me, itās another reason to trade Tesla tacticallyāsell when sentiment is euphoric, buy when the drama creates irrational fear.
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Final Thought:
Tesla isnāt just an automakerāitās a trading vehicle powered by narrative. I donāt marry the stock, I dance with its volatility. ā”š Let the media speculate. Iāll be booking profits.
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