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Tesla’s Potential ‘Best Quarter’ in China Raises Expectations

  • Several banks boost third-quarter delivery estimates this week
  • Strong figures could allay fears ahead of key Robotaxi event

A Tesla Inc. electric vehicle at a showroom in Shanghai.

Photographer: Qilai Shen/Bloomberg
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With Tesla Inc. possibly looking at its “best quarter everBloomberg Terminal” in China, Wall Street pros are rushing to increase their outlooks for the electric-vehicle maker’s quarterly sales.

At least four analysts have boosted their estimates for Tesla’s third-quarter delivery numbers, which are due next week. All point to signs that sales are starting to pick up in China, a key area for Tesla and a major market for electric cars globally.