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Key Takeaways Ford’s failure to launch a meaningful EV campaign will see them lose out in Europe and Asia. Increase labor costs following Union strikes will put pressure on Automotive EBIT margins Strict credit conditions over the next few years will hurt Ford’s sales volumes and financing margins Catalysts Rising Competition In EV Market Will Limit Sales Growth Trajectory Ford was one of the many manufacturers that have had to realign their focus with climate action in mind.

Key Takeaways Tesla’s auto market share will grow but less than investors expect The semi will contribute $17.5B if its value proposition matches that of ICE trucks Energy revenues will reach $16.7B in 2028 as industry tailwinds support continued growth If FSD wins, it’s at risk of being shared by government safety mandates PE will re-rate lower in long term to be similar to current auto peers Business has great growth prospects, but even they don’t justify current price Catalysts Tesla’s TAM and Market Share Has Limitations In the last 4 quarters ending Q2’23, Tesla has delivered 1,638,123 vehicles. Approximately 46.8% of total sales are made in the U.S. and we can use this as a basis to estimate the number of vehicles sold in the U.S., which comes out to 766,478.

Key Takeaways Tesla’s Dojo supercomputer will empower them to develop more powerful products. Dojo will elevate Tesla’s Autopilot and Self-driving technology to become market-leading.

Catalysts FSD (Supervised): This is Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology. As it progresses towards full autonomy, consider the potential for mass adoption and its impact on Tesla's brand and sales.

Key Takeaways Strategic Fit-for-Growth initiatives and proprietary innovations are boosting financial performance and expanding net margins despite lower production volumes. Breakthrough contracts with Chinese OEMs like Leapmotor and Xiaomi Mi Auto significantly grow market presence and drive exponential revenue growth.

Key Takeaways Fox Factory's cost management and operational optimization efforts aim to enhance margins and drive future profitability by improving efficiency and reducing nonperforming products. Strategic market expansion, acquisitions, and partnerships are expected to broaden Fox Factory's market, boost revenue growth, and stabilize earnings despite OEM volatility.

Key Takeaways Leadership and operational changes are expected to improve margins and profitability, enhancing market position in key segments. New product launches and market share gains in marine segments signal potential for significant revenue and earnings growth.

Key Takeaways Strong industry win rate and demand for large turbos suggest potential future revenue growth amid industry consolidation. Strategic investments in zero-emission technologies and flexible cost structures enhance margin growth and earnings potential.

Key Takeaways Expanding new product lines and geographies like the U.S. and India could significantly boost revenue growth in expanding markets. Share buybacks and debt restructuring could enhance EPS and financial flexibility, positively impacting net margins and growth investment potential.