# Tesla Q2 Highlights: Bigger AI Bets, Thinner Margins, Mixed Results — retained record

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Tesla reported second-quarter revenue of $28.24 billion, beating Wall Street expectations as record vehicle deliveries and strong services growth lifted the top line. However, adjusted earnings per share missed estimates amid weaker profitability and higher spending. (Sources: Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg, CNBC-TV18)
The EV maker posted negative free cash flow as capital expenditure surged to $5.8 billion during the quarter. Heavy investments in AI infrastructure, factories, robotaxis and robotics outweighed stronger revenue growth, pressuring cash generation.
Tesla now expects to spend more than $25 billion in capital expenditure this year, significantly higher than previous levels. The spending will support AI computing, autonomous driving, Optimus humanoid robots, new manufacturing capacity and other long-term growth initiatives.
Despite record deliveries, operating income and margins came under pressure from rising investment costs, lower automotive profitability and a sharp decline in regulatory credit revenue. The company continues prioritising long-term technology investments over near-term earnings.
Tesla shares fell in after-hours trading as investors focused on the earnings miss, negative cash flow and elevated spending plans. While management remains optimistic about robotaxis and AI-driven growth, markets are closely watching when these investments begin generating meaningful returns.
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