Tesla 's meteoric rise is set to continue as it capitalizes on robust growth from China, according to Wedbush.- In a note published on Sunday, Wedbush said that in a bull-case scenario, Tesla could jump another 71% from current levels, to $3,500.
- Pent-up demand for its cars in China and recent price cuts have created "a perfect storm of demand" for Tesla to take advantage of, Wedbush said.
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Tesla's 390% year-to-date rally has shown no signs of slowing down, and, according to Wedbush, investors should get used to it.
In a note published on Sunday, Wedbush said that in a bull-case scenario, Tesla could jump another 71% from current levels, to $3,500. Wedbush's prior bull-case target was $2,500.
The catalyst, according to Wedbush, would be strong growth from China.
Pent-up demand for the Model 3 in China and recent price cuts have created "a perfect storm of demand" for Tesla to capitalize on, Wedbush said.
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By 2022, China could make up 40% of Tesla's overall sales, if the company can keep up with demand, Wedbush said.
Ultimately, Wedbush said, Tesla is "back on track" to deliver 500,000 cars this year despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and it could ultimately deliver 1 million units per year by 2023.
Besides strong demand from China, Tesla's Battery Day event on September 22 could deliver a surprise to investors, Wedbush said.
New innovations and "game changing" battery developments could mean Tesla is closer to announcing a "million-mile battery" that lasts decades and can withstand all types of weather and terrain, Wedbush said.
Wedbush maintained its neutral rating on Tesla and has a 12-month price target of $1,900, representing downside potential of 7%.
Shares of Tesla jumped 4% on Monday morning, ahead of a stock split on August 31.
Last week, Tesla surpassed Walmart in market value to become the ninth-highest-valued US stock.