Tesla reports third-quarter free cash flow of $1.53 billion, which it says beats market expectations, even as revenue remains flat year over year. The company also reports net income declines of 43% and says net demand for electric vehicles rises, alongside 486,532 vehicles delivered during the quarter.
In its guidance, Tesla lowers its capital expenditure forecast for 2026 to about $20 billion, down from more than $25 billion. While both outlets focus on performance versus expectations—Forbes highlights flat revenue paired with stronger cash flow, and Times of India adds details on the spending outlook and delivery figures—neither outlet disputes the core message that cash generation outpaces the slower top-line and weaker profitability.
