Tesla stock (TSLA) is regaining momentum after a rocky first half of the year. Following weeks of losses that pushed shares below key technical benchmarks, the electric vehicle leader has tightened up, reclaimed support at major moving averages, and landed back on the Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) Leaderboard alongside fellow “Magnificent Seven” member Nvidia (NVDA). With Wall Street forecasting strong earnings and revenue growth in 2026, Tesla is once again flashing bullish clues that it may be preparing for a breakout, reports IBD.

Analysts Forecast Double-Digit Tesla Growth in 2026

Despite recent softness in vehicle sales and earnings, Tesla is positioning for a rebound. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the EV maker has expanded well beyond car manufacturing, with growing businesses in battery-based energy storage and artificial intelligence robotics. Partnerships with Ford, GM, and Rivian to integrate with the Supercharger network highlight Tesla’s influence across the U.S. EV landscape and open doors to new high-margin revenue streams.

Looking ahead, Wall Street projects first-quarter 2026 earnings to jump 73% to $0.47 per share, alongside a 20% revenue increase to $23.3 billion. By the second quarter, expectations remain strong, with 35% earnings growth to $0.54 per share and revenue expanding 12% to $25.2 billion. These estimates suggest a turnaround from the muted results seen this year, potentially helping Tesla regain investor confidence.

Institutional Demand Shows Signs of Recovery

Though institutional ownership dipped over the past two quarters, signs of renewed demand are emerging. Tesla reportedly maintains an A- Accumulation/Distribution rating and a 1.2 up/down volume ratio, signaling more buying than selling pressure. Importantly, 425 IBD-rated A+ institutional funds currently hold positions in Tesla, underscoring its continued appeal among top money managers.

Compared with Nvidia’s 607 A+ fund holders, Tesla still trails its tech peer but appears to be regaining traction. Its current Composite Rating of 53 out of 99 leaves room for improvement, but that number is expected to rise as its stock action strengthens and sales forecasts brighten.

Key Technical Indicators Support Breakout Potential

Tesla shares are finding technical support at the 40-week moving average, with positive trends forming at the 21-day exponential and 50-day moving averages. Analysts are watching closely for the shorter-term lines to climb above the long-term 200-day average, which would confirm a more durable shift in trend.

Currently, Tesla is shaping an early-stage flat base with a reported buy point at $367.71. Shares recently rose more than 1%, signaling investor enthusiasm as the stock remains above its 200-day line. Meanwhile, the relative strength line that weakened earlier in the year has leveled off and begun to edge upward—another early sign that momentum may be turning in Tesla’s favor.

EVXL’s Take

Tesla’s resurgence on Wall Street illustrates how quickly sentiment shifts in the EV sector. The company remains central not only in passenger EV sales but also in charging infrastructure, battery storage, and AI-driven robotics. If 2026 earnings forecasts materialize, Tesla’s growth narrative could help stabilize broader investor confidence in U.S. EV markets, which have shown signs of plateauing this year.

However, risks remain. The company’s stock is still vulnerable to broader market trends, competition from new EV entrants, fluctuations in battery raw materials, and the slow adoption pace in some U.S. regions. As Tesla eyes a rebound, the key question is whether growth in energy storage and infrastructure partnerships can offset any prolonged cooling in consumer EV demand.

How do you see Tesla’s evolving role in the EV industry—are its energy storage and charging ambitions more critical to its future than its core vehicle lineup? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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