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📝 Today’s Tesla News Summary
Tesla stock is up today, continuing a multi-week rally as investors position ahead of a series of high-impact events this week. Key highlights:
- Self-Driving Win in Europe: Tesla received approval for its Full Self-Driving system in a key European market — one of its most substantial autonomous driving victories outside the US to date.
- Investment Grade Upgrade: Barron’s reported Tesla has been upgraded to investment grade status, a milestone that could attract new institutional buyers.
- Musk Confronts China Tariffs: Elon Musk appeared at a Xi-Trump dinner, reportedly raising Chinese tariffs directly with officials amid mounting trade tensions for Tesla’s China operations.
- Vietnam Expansion: Tesla registered a local business entity in Vietnam, signaling potential market entry into Southeast Asia.
- Roadster Reservations Reopen: The new Roadster is accepting reservations with a $50K deposit, with full reveal expected October 1st alongside a Semi factory event.
- FSD as the Real Catalyst: Billionaire Ron Baron confirmed that major institutional buyers are accumulating Tesla shares specifically for its autonomous driving and robotaxi potential.