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Tesla profits drop 43% in Q3
Publication: Ars Technica - All content
Author: Jonathan M. Gitlin
Source published: 21/10/2026, 21:35:07 UTC
Briefing created: 21/10/2026, 22:46:29 UTC
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Briefings
Tesla reported Q3 2026 financial results showing a 43% drop in net profit to $787 million, driven by a 16% decline in solar and storage revenue while operating expenses surged 39% to $4.8 billion. Despite beating analyst sales projections, the company's operating margin fell to 2.6% from 5.8% in 2025, with capital expenditures rising 110% to $4.7 billion.
Key points
- Tesla's Q3 2026 net profit fell 43% to $787 million, the lowest since 2025.
- Solar and storage revenue declined 16% year over year to $2.9 billion, while services revenue grew 33% to $4.6 billion.
Context
Tesla's third-quarter 2026 results were released after the company reported lower car sales and deliveries compared to the same period in 2025, yet still exceeded analyst expectations for the three-month period.
Limitations
Evidence covers only Tesla's Q3 2026 financial results; no data on future performance, market conditions, or external factors affecting the company's operations.
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