Tesla Q4 earnings updates: Wall Street analysts are jittery over sales slump, AI roadmap

Tesla earnings are looming, and Wall Street's outlook is mixed as vehicle sales remain in a rut and the company's AI plans continue to take shape.

Analysts said ahead of the Wednesday report that they see challenges ahead for Elon Musk's carmaker, including uncertain EV demand and unclear timelines for some of its major AI projects.

While some firms are bullish on the robotaxi rollout expanding this year, others say the stock has largely priced in the bull case for AI and robotics, leaving little room for disappointment on either front.

Tesla will publish its results after the 4 p.m. closing bell, with its call with analysts set to begin around 5:30 p.m. ET.