Tesla Stock Is 'Mooning'—Thank Elon? (CORRECTED)

Erica Kollmann

October 03, 2025

Editor's Note: This article has been updated to correct the stock price figures.

Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock has surged into October, following a tough first half of 2025 for the EV maker, during which shares slumped steeply while CEO Elon Musk spent time working with the Trump administration.

TSLA stock is up 100% over the past month. See the details here.

Musk Returns

Analysts and investors alike blamed Musk's political involvement for the drop, even as Wall Street revised price targets downward due to concerns over sluggish vehicle sales and increased competition.

Read Next: Tesla, Rivals Brace For EV Market ‘Collapse’--Thanks To Trump

However, sentiment turned sharply positive after Musk left D.C. and refocused on Tesla's core business.

The social media account Whole Mars Catalog asked if investors should be thanking the CEO for the stock’s recent stellar performance since they blamed him for its drop.

"You ever notice how whenever $TSLA is falling everyone blames Elon, but when it's mooning very few people thank him?" the account posted on X.

Musk replied with a tearful laughing emoji and a bullseye emoji.

😂🎯
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 2, 2025

TSLA Moons

Musk returned to a hands-on leadership role at Tesla in late May 2025, following his exit from heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

The CEO officially ended his work with DOGE and announced his renewed commitment to spending "24/7" at Tesla in a post on X on May 24, 2025.

Musk's return was met with a surge in Tesla stock, as shares climbed 22% in May, with investors responding positively to his decision to refocus on Tesla's operations and technology roadmap.

His return to Tesla also coincided with announcements about critical new products, such as the rollout of robotaxis and increased autonomy efforts.

Perhaps investors should thank Musk for leaving Washington. Since then, the stock climbed from $339.34 on May 23 to close at approximately $436 on Thursday, Oct. 2.

Read Next:

Opendoor’s Buyer Perks Are A ‘Nothing Burger’ -- Business Model Still A Mystery, Says Hedge Funder

Image: Shutterstock

Recommended

The "Mar-A-Lago Accord" Is Now Underway - Ad

Circle November 6 - Huge Tesla News? - Ad

Elon's $25 Trillion Confession - Ad

Donald Trump is reportedly in talks to appear on CBS' 60 Minutes just months after winning a $16 million settlement against the network's parent company, Paramount Skydance.

FBI Director Kash Patel Bought 2 Stocks In 2025 — One's Already A Meme Favorite

FBI Director Kash Patel was asked about two stocks he bought earlier this year by a member of Congress on Wednesday and gave a surprising answer. The transactions come as members of Congress are working on legislation to ban lawmakers and cabinet members from buying and selling stocks.

Elon Musk Says November 6 Could "Affect the Future of the World"

Elon Musk Says November 6 Could "Affect the Future of the World" - Ad

Get ready for the biggest pivot in corporate history. Tesla insiders are preparing for a dramatic new product launch - not driverless cars - that could change everything. You're running out of time to prepare.

America Has A New No. 1 Beer — And It's Got Bud Light DNA

When it comes to beer in the United States, there's a new bestselling brand.

Bill, Melinda French Gates Teach Phoebe The Power Of People, Not Money, As Her AI Fashion-Tech Startup Secures $8 Million From Top Investors

Bill and Melinda Gates' daughter Phoebe builds successful fashion-tech company with focus on teamwork, advice from parents, and $8M funding.

Biotech With Multiple Orphan Drugs Is Quietly Opening Its Doors

Biotech With Multiple Orphan Drugs Is Quietly Opening Its Doors - Ad

A promising biotech developing treatments for rare childhood brain diseases is opening a new raise. Its lead drug has fast-track status, orphan designations, is nearing Phase 2 and backed by a Global Integrator.

3 Gold Mining Stocks Shine As Prices Hit Records

Gold mining stocks Anglogold Ashanti, Coeur Mining, and New Gold join the top 10% for quality as gold prices hit fresh highs.

Anthony Scaramucci Says A Tesla–xAI Merger 'Feels Inevitable' As Shareholders Push For Investment In Grok Parent

Anthony Scaramucci said a Tesla–xAI merger "feels inevitable," amplifying shareholder pressure and investor debate as Musk backs closer ties between the EV maker and his $100 billion AI startup.

Crypto Meets Wall Street - Are You Ready?

Crypto Meets Wall Street - Are You Ready? - Ad

The Hedge Fund Summit is bringing top minds from crypto and traditional finance together. Discover new strategies, insights, and connections that could shape your portfolio's future.

Federal judge tosses Trump's $15B defamation lawsuit against New York Times

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A federal judge in Florida on Friday tossed President Donald Trump’s against New York Times.

Cathie Wood Loads Up On Bullish Inc, Pony AI And Robinhood — Dumps Kratos Defense Amid Taiwan Drone Buzz

On Sept 17, 2025, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest executed significant trades involving Bullish, Kratos Defense, Pony AI, and Robinhood. These reflect Ark's focus on emerging tech and defense sectors.

Why This Crypto Skeptic Had a Change of Heart

Why This Crypto Skeptic Had a Change of Heart - Ad

He used to make fun of crypto. Now... he says one $3 crypto could rise to $92 by next year.

Donald Trump Declares Harsh Media Coverage of Him 'No Longer Free Speech' But 'Illegal'

President Donald Trump has labeled negative media coverage of him as "illegal."

Bank of England holds main UK interest rate at 4% with inflation above target

LONDON (AP) — The Bank of England held its main interest rate at 4% on Thursday as U.K. inflation concerns weigh on policymakers.

Elon's $1,000,000,000,000 Payday

Elon's $1,000,000,000,000 Payday - Ad

Elon Musk just made his biggest insider purchase of Tesla stock ever. He's preparing for a "mind blowing" new launch that could see Tesla move away from electric cars... and into a new market. If his plan succeeds, this is the stock to own.

Appeals court rejects Trump's bid to unseat Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook ahead of rate vote

WASHINGTON (AP) — An appeals court ruled Monday that can remain a Federal Reserve governor, rebuffing President Donald Trump’s efforts to remove her just ahead of a key vote on interest rates.

Why Redwire Stock Is Gaining Today

Redwire climbs about 4% after subsidiary Edge Autonomy wins a European NATO ally contract to supply Stalker Group 2 reconnaissance drone.

The Tesla Shock Nobody Sees Coming

The Tesla Shock Nobody Sees Coming - Ad

While headlines scream "Tesla is doomed"...Jeff Brown has uncovered a revolutionary AI breakthrough buried inside Tesla's labs. One that is helping AI escape from our computer screens and manifest itself here in the real world all while creating a 25,000% growth market explosion starting as early as October 23rd.

Elon Musk's xAI Reportedly Lays Off 500 Workers From Data Annotation Team As Startup Pivots To Specialist AI Tutors For Grok Expansion

Elon Musk's xAI has laid off about 500 data annotators in a major restructuring, shifting focus to specialist AI tutors to accelerate Grok's development despite recently securing $10 billion in new funding.

Johnson & Johnson's Tecvayli-Darzalex Combo Shows 100% Response In Newly Diagnosed Myeloma Patients

Johnson & Johnson's Tecvayli-Darzalex regimen showed 100% response rates and high MRD negativity in newly diagnosed multiple myeloma patients.

New Biotech Offering Targets $426B Rare Disease Market

New Biotech Offering Targets $426B Rare Disease Market - Ad

The rare disease drug space is growing fast-and so is investor interest. With exclusivity, pricing power and major M&A moves, the rare disease space is getting interesting. This company has the science and the experience.

Asian shares mostly climb after US stocks remained near record levels following the Fed's rate cut

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Asian shares, led by tech stocks, were mostly higher Thursday after Wall Street indexes churned between gains and losses but ultimately remained near their record levels following the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut its main interest rate.

Trump Poised To Delay TikTok Deadline Again Amid US–China Tension: 'We May Let It Die'

President Donald Trump is expected to extend the TikTok divestment deadline for a fourth time as ByteDance, valued at $330 billion with surging revenue, faces U.S.–China tensions over its prized algorithm.

The "Mar-A-Lago Accord" Is Now Underway

The "Mar-A-Lago Accord" Is Now Underway - Ad

The global order is in chaos. And according to 40-year market veteran Dr. David Eifrig, the biggest controlled demolition of the old monetary order in history could now be here, too. That means if you don't take action today, your wealth could decline by 40%... (Yes, even your cash savings.)

Elon Musk's $1 Trillion Pay Package Is 'A Little Bit Weird' To Compare Monetarily, Says Tesla Board Chair: It's About 'Voting Influence'

Tesla's board chair, Robyn Denholm, defended Elon Musk's $1 trillion compensation package, emphasizing its potential to drive unique performance despite recent sales struggles.

FAA seeks $3.1 million in fines from Boeing over safety violations, 2024 midair panel blowout

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking $3.1 million in fines from Boeing over safety violations, including ones related to an Alaska Airlines jetliner losing a door plug panel on its fuselage in midflight.

Circle November 6 - Huge Tesla News?

Circle November 6 - Huge Tesla News? - Ad

Tesla could be about to change forever. On November 6, insiders are warning of a "critical inflection point", which could have a dramatic impact on the stock market. Do not buy OR sell Tesla stock until you have all the facts.

Scott Bessent Meets BlackRock's Rick Rieder As Trump Eyes Fed Chair Replacement For Jerome Powell: Report

Scott Bessent is interviewing candidates to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair by May 2026, with BlackRock's Rick Rieder among those being considered.

AGM Group Holdings Stock Shoots Up 159% After Hours: Here's What's Happening

AGM Group Holdings Inc. surged 158.74% to $5.77 after announcing the $57.45 million sale of its semiconductor subsidiary, signaling a positive market response to its strategic restructuring.

Elon's $25 Trillion Confession

Elon's $25 Trillion Confession - Ad

Elon Musk: "Tesla will become a $25 trillion company." That would make Tesla 8x bigger than Apple today. How is that possible? He admits it's all thanks to this one AI breakthrough that will take AI out of our computer screens and manifest a 250x boom here in the real world.

Trump administration moves to revoke permit for Massachusetts offshore wind project

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration has moved to block a Massachusetts offshore , its latest effort to hobble an industry and technology that President Donald Trump has attacked as “ugly” and unreliable compared to fossil fuels such as coal and natural gas.

Family says a man who died after going on a Universal roller coaster never let wheelchair stop him

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A 32-year-old man who from blunt impact injuries after going on a roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort’s newest park used a wheelchair. But his family said it never stopped his unwavering spirit.

Elon Musk Says November 6 Could "Affect the Future of the World"

Elon Musk Says November 6 Could "Affect the Future of the World" - Ad

How To Earn $500 A Month From Steelcase Stock Ahead Of Q2 Earnings

Steelcase offers an annual dividend yield of 2.37% (40 cents a year). How can investors pocket a regular $500 monthly?

US jobless aid applications retreat to 231,000 after surging to nearly 4-year high a week earlier

The number of Americans applying for jobless aid last week retreated significantly after surging to a nearly four-year high a week earlier.

Biotech With Multiple Orphan Drugs Is Quietly Opening Its Doors

Biotech With Multiple Orphan Drugs Is Quietly Opening Its Doors - Ad

Labor Dispute Eases As UAW, GE Aerospace Agree On Tentative Pact

UAW members at GE Aerospace plants in Ohio and Kentucky reached a tentative deal, with a ratification vote set for Sept. 19.

UN report cites huge government corruption in South Sudan as its food crisis worsens

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Billions of dollars in public funds in South Sudan have been stolen over the past decade in massive government corruption while the vast majority of the country suffers food insecurity, a U.N. commission said Tuesday.

Crypto Meets Wall Street - Are You Ready?

Crypto Meets Wall Street - Are You Ready? - Ad

The Hedge Fund Summit is bringing top minds from crypto and traditional finance together. Discover new strategies, insights, and connections that could shape your portfolio's future.

Economists Warn 'Stagflation Is In The Room' Amid Interest Rate Cut News: 'The Fed Has No Idea Where Inflation Will Be,' Says Peter Schiff

Leading economists are reacting to the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points on Wednesday, with some lauding the central bank's independence, and others warning of difficult times ahead.

Trending Now