Is Tesla stock a buy or a sell ahead of Musk pay package vote?

Is Tesla stock a buy or a sell ahead of Musk pay package vote?

In an era of inflated tech valuations, Tesla stands out. While there is significant potential, uncertainties leave investors questioning whether Tesla stock is a buy or a sell.

This week, Tesla investors will vote on proposals to grant CEO Elon Musk a pay package that could make him the first trillionaire globally.

Tesla Stock Performance and Market Capitalization

Tesla shares (NASDAQ:TSLA) have risen about 16% in the year ending November 3, despite a turbulent period. In April, amid tariff concerns, the stock had dropped over 40% since January. However, renewed optimism has pushed Tesla’s market capitalization close to $1.5 trillion.

Pay Package and Valuation Targets

Tesla bulls view the high valuation as just the beginning. The board includes an $8.5 trillion valuation as a target for Musk to achieve in order to qualify for a pay package worth $1 trillion. Musk, currently the world’s wealthiest person, is seen by supporters as the right leader for these ambitious goals.

“Getting Musk’s pay package approved will be a big step towards advancing Tesla’s future goals with the autonomous and robotaxi roadmap the first task at hand,” said Dan Ives, head of global technology research at Wedbush Securities.

However, some Tesla shareholders remain unconvinced by these prospects.

Summary

Tesla’s stock reflects a mix of high expectations and market volatility, with Musk’s potential pay package vote seen as a key milestone shaping investor sentiment.

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MoneyWeek MoneyWeek — 2025-11-05