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.
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$240.68 (+3.59%) as of market close.
Key metrics for Tesla
Get a breakdown of Tesla’s financial metrics.
| Latest market close | US$240.68 |
| Market capitalisation | US$774.15B |
| PE Ratio | 118.16 |
| Earnings per share | US$2.04 |
| Day change | +3.59% |
| 52-week high | US$488.54 |
| 52-week low | US$138.80 |
Data updated as of March 15, 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.
What is the Tesla price target?
The average price target for TSLA is US$351.72 across 18 combined analyst ratings.
The suggestion is to BUY with 44% of analysts suggesting to buy, 22% suggest hold and 34% 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.
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:
- Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find Tesla
- Select Sell
- Choose the order type, number of shares/dollar value and the desired price (if applicable)
- Review your Sell order
- 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
- Sign up to Stake on desktop or via the Stake app
- Activate Stake wall-st
- Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay/Google Pay or PayTo
- Place a buy order for Tesla
- Monitor your investment
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$249.32 at last market close.
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This is for information purposes only and is not a recommendation to invest in the securities listed. Such information is not intended to constitute financial advice and no agency or advisory relationship is created between you and Stake as a result of having access to or using the Information. This information does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. You agree that neither Stake nor any third party provider is responsible for any investment decisions or for any damages or other losses resulting from the use of the Information. As always, do your own research before making any investment decisions and consider seeking advice from a licensed financial adviser. No representation or warranty is made as to the timeliness, reliability, accuracy or completeness of the material and Stake does not accept any responsibility arising from errors in, or omissions from, the data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.