Jim Cramer Says Tesla Inc. (TSLA) ‘Still Represents The Future And His Stock’s About To Take Off’ #UKFinance
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We recently compiled a list of the Jim Cramer on Tesla and Other Stocks.In this article, we are going to take a look at where Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) stands against the other stocks Jim Cramer is talking about.
Jim Cramer, host of Mad Money, emphasized the ongoing significance of fossil fuels in supporting technological advancements, even as investments in renewable energy continue to increase. He stated:
“This is not just a grudge match between the old and the new, a battle of electric vehicles versus internal combustion. The truth is, fossil fuels are essential for a lot more than vehicles, like it or not.”
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Cramer highlighted the growing energy demands of major tech companies, noting that the data centers they are constructing consume vast amounts of electricity. While these tech giants are making substantial investments in nuclear energy, he pointed out that this power source is unlikely to significantly impact data centers for at least another decade due to the complexities of building nuclear facilities and community resistance to having them nearby.
“If we need more energy, we’re going to get it from what comes out of the ground … fossil fuels that will power the data center, specifically natural gas… You may be reluctant to invest in it, you might think who cares, but you need to know how vital all of this fossil fuel technology is to the growth of the Magnificent Seven.”
Cramer also reflected on the shift in the U.S. energy landscape, recalling how the nation was once heavily reliant on OPEC for oil imports just two decades ago. Today, he pointed out, the U.S. produces over 13 million barrels per day, making it the largest oil producer globally and a net exporter. He mentioned the Permian Basin’s unexpected resilience, continually producing despite earlier predictions of depletion.
Cramer noted that the decline of OPEC has transformed the geopolitical landscape. He referenced the 1973 oil crisis, triggered by OPEC’s retaliation against U.S. support for Israel, which led to stagflation and economic turmoil. In contrast, he pointed out that despite Israel’s current conflict, the U.S. economy is not experiencing stagflation or recession, resulting instead in a bull market. He attributed this stability to the industry, saying:
“… This industry that spent billions upon billions of dollars to try to be as low carbon as possible is the reason why oil prices have actually come down during this period. They’ve gotten so much production that OPEC is now powerless.”
Turning his attention to the broader oil industry, Cramer explored the role of oil service companies that facilitate production, including offshore drillers. He recalled becoming optimistic about oil service stocks earlier in the year, anticipating higher energy prices but admitted that this expectation did not materialize due to economic concerns dampening oil and gas markets. Despite current investor reluctance toward oil service stocks, Cramer suggested that sentiment could shift over time, especially because of the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cutting.
“Now that the FED is our friend and more rate cuts are on the table, that’s good news for the industry. I am not worried about the election either. If Trump wins, maybe we’re back to that “drill baby drill” thing. If Harris wins, we get exactly what we’ve had the last four years. Not ideal for the industry but it’s still led to record oil and gas production here in the United States.”
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For this article, we compiled a list of 14 stocks that were discussed by Jim Cramer during his episodes of Mad Money on October 23 and 24. We listed the stocks in ascending order of their hedge fund sentiment as of the second quarter, which was taken from Insider Monkey’s database of more than 900 hedge funds.
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Cramer discussed Tesla, Inc.’s (NASDAQ:TSLA) recent rally and how it was well-deserved. Here’s what Mad Money’s host had to say:
“Now, we know that today belongs to Elon Musk. The man told a story last night that he should have told when he had that Robotaxi meeting earlier this month. He talked about how his new electric vehicles were ready to go live and that Tesla would self-drive and be much more profitable than people think… Tesla deserved that rally because it never should have been down so much in the first place… We know that Musk’s Tesla still represents the future and his stock’s about to take off.”
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is a key player in the electric vehicle sector. On October 24, according to Reuters, the company experienced a significant surge in its stock value, closing up nearly 22% in a single day, the largest gain seen in over ten years. The spike followed CEO Elon Musk’s optimistic outlook on sales growth, where he projected a 20% to 30% increase in the coming year.
Musk also announced plans to introduce a more affordable vehicle by the first half of 2025, highlighting ongoing efforts to reduce production costs that contributed to improved profit margins in the third quarter.
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock increase not only marked the most substantial rise since May 2013 but also helped restore some of its market value, adding approximately $150 billion as per the Reuters article. Investors appeared reassured by Musk’s commitment to the company’s core business of electric vehicle sales, despite recent distractions posed by ventures like the newly introduced robotaxi. Musk’s focus centered on the company’s vision for an autonomous future, mentioning plans for a public ride-hailing service expected to launch next year in Texas and California.
Overall TSLA ranks 3rd on our list of stocks Jim Cramer is talking about. While we acknowledge the potential of TSLA as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than TSLA but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.
