Tesla's Q3 2023 results showed revenue growth of 9% year-over-year, reaching $23.35 billion. However, profitability metrics declined, with operating margin at 7.6%. The company focused on cost reduction, free cash flow generation, and investments in AI and growth projects. Cash and investments increased to $26.1 billion.
Operating margin was 7.6% in Q3.
GAAP operating income reached $1.8B in Q3.
Free cash flow was $0.8B in Q3.
Cash and investments increased by $3.0B QoQ to $26.1B.
Tesla plans to grow production as quickly as possible, aligning with a 50% CAGR target. They anticipate remaining ahead of this target in 2023, aiming for around 1.8 million vehicles. The company has ample liquidity to fund its product roadmap and long-term expansion, expecting hardware-related profits to be accompanied by AI and software profits. Cybertruck deliveries are on track for later this year, and progress continues on the next-generation platform.
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