**Potential Trump Victory Could Boost Tesla, Analysts Predict**

Elon Musk's hefty campaign donations, exceeding $132 million, have sparked speculation about their potential impact on policy decisions. While the exact influence of Musk's financial contributions remains uncertain, some Wall Street analysts suggest that a Trump administration might have significant implications for Tesla.

Dan Ives, a Wedbush analyst, highlighted that Trump's return could potentially reshape the current electric vehicle (EV) tax incentives. According to Ives, rolling back these incentives could pose a challenge for the broader EV industry. However, Tesla's leading position in the market might turn this situation into a strategic advantage for the company. Without subsidies, Tesla's scale and unmatched scope could distinguish it from competitors, particularly if higher tariffs on Chinese EV manufacturers like BYD and Nio are maintained.

Ives noted that this could limit the influx of more affordable Chinese EVs into the U.S. over the next few years, further solidifying Tesla’s dominance.

Moreover, a Trump win might also accelerate Tesla’s full self-driving (FSD) initiatives. Ives believes that this could potentially boost Tesla’s stock by $40-$50 per share. Should these autonomous driving efforts gain momentum starting in 2025, Tesla's market capitalization could surpass $1 trillion, he added.

The financial and strategic implications of a Trump administration could, therefore, present significant opportunities for Tesla, positioning it even more firmly at the forefront of the EV industry.