Tesla Q3 results after the bell: Here's what to expect

Core Insights - Tesla is expected to report a profit of 55 cents per share, with the market anticipating no significant changes in share price unless results deviate greatly from expectations [1][2] Group 1: Financial Performance - The focus will be on auto gross margins, particularly whether improvements seen in Q2 continue into Q3 [2] - Full-year deliveries are projected to be around 1.6 million, with notable improvements in China and a surge in the US due to the end of the EV tax credit [5] Group 2: Autonomous Vehicle Development - Elon Musk is expected to provide updates on the growth of robo taxis, specifically when fully autonomous vehicles will be operational [3] - Currently, robo taxis are being tested in Austin and San Francisco but are not fully autonomous, as a human safety driver is present [4] Group 3: AI and Robotics - There is anticipation for updates on AI and humanoid robot development, with Musk being optimistic about advancements in these areas during the analyst call [3][6]