By Dana Hull and Kara Carlson   Tesla Inc.’s head of sales for North America is leaving the electric-vehicle maker, exiting a position that’s seen substantial turnover in the past year.    Raj Jegannathan, a Tesla vice president tapped to oversee sales in the region last year, said in a LinkedIn post that he was parting ways with the company.   He’s the latest prominent executive to leave the Elon Musk-led EV maker, which has seen several departures among key leaders in the midst of back-to-back annual ...

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Group 1 - The overall capacity of NOR Flash is linked, with high-value large-capacity products consuming significant capacity, leading to early price increases that are gradually affecting medium and small-capacity products. The company's NOR Flash prices are experiencing a moderate overall increase, with some storage chip products seeing reasonable price adjustments based on market supply and production costs [1] - The storage chip market is experiencing strong demand driven by the rapid development of emerging scenarios such as smart vehicles and AI models. 2D NAND is becoming the preferred storage solution across multiple fields due to its mature technology, lower costs, and good reliability [3] - The company has completed the acquisition of 51% of Noah Changtian, achieving indirect control over SHM, and plans to further acquire the remaining 49% through share issuance. This will enrich the company's product matrix and enhance its competitiveness in the storage chip field [3] Group 2 - In the MCU sector, the company's core products are widely used in various applications, including smart hardware, home appliances, and automotive electronics. The company is continuously working to onboard more clients, leveraging its growing brand recognition [3] - As the humanoid robot industry accelerates, MCUs will play a crucial role as "distributed neural nodes" in real-time joint motion coordination and complex action algorithm execution, supporting the realization of precise and smooth movements [4]

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Core Insights - Analysts have provided mixed perspectives on Tesla Inc.'s fourth-quarter earnings, highlighting both positive and negative factors affecting the company's outlook [1]. Group 1: Analyst Perspectives - Gary Black from The Future Fund LLC anticipates a 2-3% rise in Tesla shares following the earnings call, despite concerns over a $20 billion capital expenditure and the discontinuation of profitable S/X models [2][4]. - Black also noted positive comments from Tesla management regarding Robotaxi efforts and strong fourth-quarter electric vehicle gross margins [3]. - Ross Gerber of Gerber Kawasaki described the earnings call as marking the "end of an era" for Tesla, emphasizing the company's shift towards autonomous vehicles and the transition to a "transportation as a service" model [4][5]. Group 2: Focus on Autonomous Vehicles - Gene Munster from DeepWater Management highlighted the progress in Tesla's autonomous and Robotaxi initiatives, interpreting the sharing of active Full Self-Driving subscription figures as a sign of the company's confidence [6].

Group 1: Tesla - Tesla's total deliveries decreased by 16%, but investors remain optimistic due to potential future revenue from robo-taxis and humanoid robots [4][20] - Elon Musk announced plans to build "terra fabs" for semiconductor manufacturing, which will require significant capital investment [5][22] - The shift in focus from traditional car production to robotics is seen as a long-term growth strategy for Tesla [21][28] Group 2: Microsoft - Microsoft reported disappointing Azure cloud sales and guidance, leading to a negative market reaction [6][13] - The company has a significant portion of its backlog (45%) tied to OpenAI, raising concerns about circular financing [16][17] - Free cash flow plummeted to $5 billion, down from the usual $20 billion range, indicating potential cash flow issues due to high capital expenditures [14][15] Group 3: Meta - Meta's capital expenditures are expected to double year-over-year, but the focus is on AI investments driving revenue growth across its platforms [7][8] - The company reported strong growth in paid co-pilot subscribers, indicating successful monetization of AI [6][7] - Meta's performance is being positively received by the market, contrasting with Microsoft's struggles [10][15] Group 4: Levi's - Levi's reported quarterly earnings that beat estimates, with a positive sales outlook for 2026 [34][35] - The company is transitioning to a denim lifestyle brand, with significant growth in its women's business, which has doubled in size [39][42] - Levi's is focusing on marketing strategies, including a Super Bowl ad, to enhance brand visibility and drive growth [44][46] Group 5: Corporate Layoffs - Major companies like UPS and Amazon are announcing significant layoffs, with UPS planning to cut 30,000 jobs and Amazon 16,000 [53][54] - These layoffs are seen as a reflection of the growing impact of AI on workforce requirements [53]

Core Viewpoint - Tesla Inc. is shifting its focus towards robotics and autonomous driving, planning a $20 billion investment this year to support this transition as its traditional vehicle sales face challenges [1]. Group 1: Investment and Strategic Focus - The company aims to scale up production, enhance factory operations, and expand the output of Optimus humanoid robots and Robotaxi vehicles [2]. - Tesla plans to invest approximately $2 billion into xAI, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup, despite a previous unsuccessful shareholder vote [4][7]. - The investment in xAI is expected to strengthen Tesla's capabilities in developing AI products and services [5]. Group 2: Production Changes - Tesla is halting production of its Model S and Model X vehicles, reallocating resources in Fremont, California, to focus on Optimus production [3]. - The Model S and Model X are considered low-volume vehicles compared to the more affordable Model 3 and Model Y [3]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Adjusted earnings per share for the quarter were reported at 50 cents, exceeding analyst expectations and marking a positive sign amid declining EV demand [9]. - Tesla reported a 9% decline in 2025 vehicle deliveries compared to the previous year, with a sharper 16% drop in the fourth quarter [10]. - Revenue from regulatory credits fell by 22% in the fourth quarter, indicating a reduction in this revenue stream due to regulatory changes [12]. Group 4: Autonomous Driving Initiatives - Tesla aims to expand its robotaxi business to several major cities, including Dallas, Houston, and Miami, in the first half of the year [14]. - The company has begun rolling out robotaxis without human driver supervision in Austin, a significant milestone in its autonomous driving efforts [15].

Core Viewpoint - Investor sentiment towards Tesla is primarily influenced by long-term narratives rather than short-term fundamentals, which is reflected in the stock price and valuations [1] Financial Performance - Tesla's adjusted earnings per share for the latest quarter was $0.50, exceeding analyst estimates [2] - The company experienced a 3% drop in revenue and a 30% decline in free cash flow, while capital expenditures are increasing [9] Business Segments - Energy storage has performed well, contributing positively to Tesla's financials despite challenges in its core heavy business [2][3] - Profitability in charging and energy storage is helping to offset losses from the electric vehicle segment [4] Future Initiatives - Tesla's investment of $2 billion into X A.I. is seen as a strategic move to support future initiatives like humanoid robots and full self-driving technology [4][5] - There are concerns regarding the credibility of Tesla's future production goals, such as the cyber cab and Tesla Semi, which are projected for volume production in 2026 [10][11] Valuation and Market Performance - Tesla's valuation multiples remain significantly higher than those of its peers, despite deteriorating business fundamentals over the past few years [14][15] - The stock has underperformed compared to the S&P 500, with a five-year return that is less than half of the market's return [15][16] - The company's earnings multiple has shifted from 100 times earnings to 5300 times, raising concerns about sustainability [17][18]

Summary of Humanoid Sector Conference Call Industry Overview - The humanoid sector is entering 2026 with new players, products, and verified use cases, indicating a positive momentum for the industry [1][3] - The China humanoid volume forecast for 2026 has been raised significantly, reflecting rapid verification of new use cases across various industries such as battery, aviation, semiconductors, and logistics [7][8] Key Forecasts and Projections - The humanoid robot sales volume forecast for China in 2026 has been doubled from 14,000 units to 28,000 units, with business sales expected to lead this year [7][14] - A global humanoid component market model projects a revenue opportunity of US$780 billion by 2040, driven by significant internal production for training and verification [7][11] Major Developments and Trends - Major global companies are entering the humanoid market through acquisitions and new product launches, including: - Boston Dynamics launched its Atlas product at CES 2026, partnering with Google DeepMind [7][48] - Mobileye acquired Mentee Robotics for US$900 million, combining AI technology with humanoid robotics [7][42] - Qualcomm introduced the Dragonwing™ IQ10 robotics processor for humanoids [7][51] - The Optimus Gen 3 update from Tesla is anticipated to be a key catalyst for the sector, with significant implications for the China supply chain [7][8] Market Dynamics - The sector is experiencing fast cost deflation, with estimates indicating a 16% year-over-year decline in Bill of Materials (BoM) costs in China, despite rising specifications [8] - The first wave of consolidation is expected as integrators seek to find viable commercialization cases [8] Adoption and Use Cases - There is a strong willingness to adopt humanoid robots among organizations, with a significant percentage planning to launch pilot projects using wheel- or leg-based robots by 2026 [9][10] - The humanoid hype is evident, with numerous companies showcasing robots at CES 2026, particularly from China [8] Government and Policy Support - The Chinese government is actively promoting humanoid and embodied intelligence technologies, with policies aimed at accelerating their development and commercialization [62][66] - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) is set to release guidelines to support the humanoid robot ecosystem [62][66] Investment and Funding Activity - Significant funding activity has been observed in the humanoid sector, with companies like Skild AI raising US$1.4 billion and Galbot achieving a US$3 billion valuation [42][48] - The number of transactions in the humanoid sector is increasing, indicating growing investor interest [41][42] Conclusion - The humanoid sector is poised for substantial growth in 2026, driven by technological advancements, increased investment, and supportive government policies. The upcoming developments, particularly from major players like Tesla and Boston Dynamics, will be critical in shaping the future landscape of the industry [1][7][8]

Core Viewpoint - The CEO of Tesla has indicated that the development of humanoid robots could potentially increase the company's valuation by $20 trillion [1] Group 1 - The introduction of humanoid robots is seen as a significant opportunity for Tesla to expand its market and revenue streams [1] - The potential valuation increase of $20 trillion highlights the ambitious vision Tesla has for its future growth [1]