Despite recent downturns in Tesla’s stock prices causing concern among investors, Korean commitment to the American electric vehicle giant remains robust. Data reveals a continued trend of net purchases by Korean investors, ensuring Tesla’s position as the dominant foreign equity in their portfolios.
Persistent Investment Amid Decline
While the global market faces unease, Tesla stock still captivates Korean investors. The Korea Securities Depository’s latest data on Tuesday confirmed Tesla as the leading foreign stock held, surpassing other tech giants like Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft. Despite a decline in the total value of Tesla shares held—from $13.67 billion at the end of last year to $10.26 billion currently—investors are not shying away.
Korean Investors Buck the Trend
The resilience of Korean investors is evident as they continued their buying spree for the 16th consecutive week, accumulating $79 million in Tesla shares, even as prices dipped from $171.76 to $157.11. This trend persisted, with significant purchases when Tesla’s stock dropped below $150, marking a sharp year-to-date decrease of over 43%.
Market Sentiments and Analyst Views Vary
The investment climate is mixed with some analysts reducing their outlook on Tesla. Deutsche Bank recently downgraded Tesla to “hold,” and JPMorgan recommended a “sell.” Contrastingly, Wedbush Securities remains optimistic, with a high target price of $300, citing Tesla’s advanced self-driving capabilities as a significant asset.
Forthcoming Innovations and Market Speculations
Investor sentiments are cautiously optimistic, spurred by developments like the anticipated launch of Tesla’s Robotaxi service. Market analysts, like eBest Securities’ Kim Gwang-soo, suggest that the uptake of Tesla’s full self-driving service could be pivotal in future valuations. Meanwhile, others see the current low prices as potential bargains, advising a gradual approach to increasing Tesla holdings.
Concluding Insights
Despite the prevailing market headwinds and the potential for principal losses in equity-linked securities tied to Tesla’s stock, Korean investors’ faith in the electric vehicle leader remains undeterred. The market’s eyes are now on Tesla’s strategic moves in the coming months, which could redefine its stock trajectory and further solidify investor confidence.