How to buy Tesla shares in 2025

Tesla ($TSLA) designs and manufactures electric vehicles, energy storage solutions and solar products, aiming to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

👉 Read on to learn about Tesla and how to buy $TSLA shares in a few easy steps.

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How to buy Tesla stock in 5 steps

When investing in shares - whether TSLA or otherwise - it’s important to consider your financial position, investing goals and risk tolerance. Before making any investment decision, it’s wise to consider your current circumstances and consult with a financial planner or advisor. If you decide that investing in Tesla is right for you, then consider the following steps.

1. Open an investing account

To buy Tesla stock in Australia, you’ll need to sign up to an investing platform with access to the U.S. share market. Stake offers seamless access to 12,000+ stocks and ETFs across the U.S. and Australian markets, including TSLA.

2. Fund your account

Once you’ve opened an account, you’ll need to deposit funds to allow you to buy TSLA shares. With Stake, you can deposit via bank transfer, debit/credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or set up a recurring deposit using PayTo.

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3. Search for Tesla or TSLA

Find your prospective investment by searching the name or ticker symbol of the company. If you’re using Stake, you can easily search on our web trading platform or the Stake app.

4. Place an order for TSLA shares

The next step is to place an order for the number of Tesla shares you’d like to buy. Be sure to check the market is open and ensure the order type and volume align with your investment plan.

5. Monitor your investment

Once your order executes, you should keep an eye on the company’s performance and monitor the performance of your portfolio. Check regularly to ensure your investment is aligned with your financial goals.

Put it on repeat?

If you intend to regularly purchase TSLA shares, you could consider setting up a recurring investment. On Stake, you can set up a consistent purchase order for Tesla shares which may be useful if you’re thinking of investing in the company over the long term.


Tesla company overview

Tesla, Inc. is an American electric vehicle and clean energy company known for revolutionising the automotive industry through its focus on electric cars and sustainable technologies. Tesla designs and produces a range of vehicles, including the popular Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y and Cybertruck. Aside from electric cars, Tesla also develops renewable energy products including solar panels, solar roofs and energy storage systems like The Powerwall and Powerpack - offering solutions that help both businesses and individuals reduce their reliance on fossil fuels.


Tesla share price performance

The Tesla share price was US$267.28 (-10.67%) as of market close.

Key metrics for Tesla

Get a breakdown of Tesla’s financial metrics.

Latest market closeUS$267.28
Market capitalisationUS$770.13B
PE Ratio131.22
Earnings per shareUS$2.04
Day change-10.67%
52-week highUS$488.54
52-week lowUS$138.80

Data updated as of April 6, 2025.

Schedule a recurring investment in Tesla

Put your favourites on repeat - like Tesla - with a recurring investment on Stake. It’s a great way to build towards long-term goals and a convenient method to stay consistent with your investing habits.
You’re always in control, it’s easy to hit pause or skip a scheduled order.

Set up a recurring $TSLA investment
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What is the Tesla price target?

The average price target for TSLA is US$328.37 across 19 combined analyst ratings.

The suggestion is to BUY with 58% of analysts suggesting to buy, 16% suggest hold and 26% suggest sell.

Analyst ratings and price targets are provided for informational purposes by our market data partner, Benzinga, and do not constitute a recommendation to make an investment decision. Future forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.

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How to sell Tesla shares?

The process of selling Tesla shares on Stake is similar to purchasing them. If you already own TSLA shares on the platform and looking to sell, follow these steps:

  1. Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find Tesla
  2. Select Sell
  3. Choose the order type, number of shares/dollar value and the desired price (if applicable)
  4. Review your Sell order
  5. Follow the prompts to submit your order

Watch this video to see just how simple it is to buy and sell shares on Stake.

Is it a good time to buy Tesla shares?

Like any investment, Tesla may be a suitable option for some, but not for others. It’s important to understand that investing in any financial instrument comes with a certain level of risk.

You should always conduct your own research and consider your personal financial circumstances before buying $TSLA shares. When researching, consider the company’s financial health, future prospects, current market conditions and whether or not it aligns with your investment strategy.

What are some similar stocks to TSLA?

Rivian Automotive ($RIVN): Rivian is an electric vehicle company that produces adventure-ready electric trucks and SUVs. They focus on sustainable, off-road-capable vehicles with a strong emphasis on performance and durability. Lucid Group ($LCID): Lucid Motors is a luxury electric vehicle manufacturer, known for its high-performance EVs with cutting-edge technology, targeting the premium electric car market. General Motors ($GM): GM is a major U.S. automaker that has expanded into electric vehicle production with its Chevrolet Bolt and a future lineup of electric trucks and SUVs.

What are some ETFs that hold TSLA?

ARK Innovation ETF ($ARKK): ARKK is an actively managed ETF that focuses on disruptive innovation, with a significant weight in Tesla, alongside other holdings like Roku and Square. SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust ($SPY): SPY tracks the S&P 500 index, holding Tesla among its largest positions, reflecting its growing presence in the U.S. large-cap market. Invesco QQQ Trust ($QQQ): QQQ tracks the Nasdaq-100 index, which includes Tesla as one of its top holdings, along with other tech giants like Apple and Microsoft.

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Tesla Common Questions

If you’re new to the investing world, it’s always wise to get educated on the fundamentals of the market. Luckily you can learn all about it free of charge at our learning hub, Stake Academy. If you decide that Tesla aligns with your financial goals, then follow these steps:
  1. Sign up to Stake on desktop or via the Stake app
  2. Activate Stake wall-st
  3. Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay/Google Pay or PayTo
  4. Place a buy order for Tesla
  5. Monitor your investment

With Stake Wall St, you can start investing in U.S. companies like Tesla with as little as US$10 thanks to fractional shares.

Fractional shares allow U.S. investors to purchase a portion of a share in lieu of an entire stock. This can be advantageous for some investors who seek to hold a company in their portfolio but don’t want to pay for a full share.

So, in the case of Tesla, you could buy in with as little as US$10 instead of paying for a full share which was valued at US$238.75 at last market close.

Whether or not Tesla is a good buy is dependent on your investing goals, strategy and risk tolerance. It’s essential to conduct thorough research on Tesla and decide whether you believe it to be a sound investment that aligns with your financial goals.

Tesla typically reports earnings on a quarterly basis. For exact dates, it's best to check Tesla's investor relations page for any adjustments to the schedule​.

Elon Musk is the CEO of Tesla, serving in this role since 2008. Musk is known for his ambitious vision of transitioning the world to sustainable energy and he has played a critical role in transforming Tesla into one of the most valuable automakers in the world.

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