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Tesla's Q3 Earnings Beat Expectations but Profit Shrinks by 29%

Tesla exceeded Wall Street's earnings expectations but reported a 29% drop in profits for Q3 2023.

Tesla exceeded Wall Street's earnings expectations but reported a 29% drop in profits for Q3 2023. JUST (JST) is trading at ₹13.28 ($0.1404). This is an original Token Times brief based on reporting by Cryptopolitan, with live market data added, as of Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:02 UTC.

Why it matters

Tesla's shrinking profits could impact investor sentiment and raise questions about the sustainability of its growth trajectory despite strong revenue performance.

Key takeaways
  • Tesla's Q3 earnings beat expectations but profits fell to $787M, down 29% year-over-year.
  • The decline in profits may affect investor confidence despite the earnings beat.
  • JUST (JST) remains stable with a minor 0.23% dip in the past 24 hours.

On Wednesday, Tesla reported its Q3 2023 earnings, surpassing Wall Street's expectations for revenue but revealing a significant decline in profits. The electric vehicle giant posted a net income of $787 million for common shareholders, a 29% decrease compared to the $1.11 billion reported in the same quarter last year.

Despite the earnings beat, the drop in profits appears to have unsettled investors, as the company's stock experienced a downturn following the announcement. This reaction underscores concerns about Tesla's ability to maintain profitability amid rising competition and potential economic headwinds.

The news comes as the broader market remains relatively flat, with the total crypto market cap at $2.86 trillion. Bitcoin has seen a modest 0.56% increase in the past 24 hours, while the Fear & Greed Index stands at 68, indicating a sentiment of 'Greed' in the market.

In the context of cryptocurrencies, JUST (JST) has shown relative stability, with a minor 0.23% dip in the past 24 hours and a slight 0.05% gain over the last seven days. The coin's market cap is currently $1.13 billion, reflecting a steady position in the market.

The key takeaway for investors is the potential impact of Tesla's profit decline on market sentiment. As the company navigates challenges related to profitability, stakeholders will be watching closely to see how it manages growth and maintains its competitive edge.

Market reaction since this brief Live

Since this brief published about 3 hours ago, JUST (JST) has moved from ₹13.27$0.1403 to ₹13.28$0.1404 — +0.03%.

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The chart plots JST's price: grey is the move before this brief published, the vertical dashed line marks the moment it published, the horizontal dashed line is the price then, and the coloured area is the move since — from Token Times's market data (daily resolution). It shows what happened after the news, not that the news caused it; many factors move prices. Not financial advice.

What this means in rupee

At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 JST ≈ ₹14.51 (about $0.1404), down 0.3% over 24 hours. The rupee itself trades about 9.3% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Indian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.

Live market data

Current prices for the asset in this story — live, source-stamped, updated every 15 minutes.

JST
#72
₹13.28$0.1404 ▼ 0.26%
7d +0.98%MCap ₹106.46BFull JST data →
The market when this published · October 22, 2026
Total market cap₹270.23T
Bitcoin 24h+0.56%
Ethereum 24h-0.12%
BTC dominance58.7%
Fear & Greed68 · Greed

Tesla's Q3 Earnings Beat Expectations but Profit Shrinks — questions & answers

Why did Tesla's stock drop despite beating earnings expectations?

The stock dropped due to a 29% decline in profits, raising concerns about the company's growth trajectory.

How much did Tesla's profits decrease in Q3 2023?

Tesla's profits decreased by 29%, falling from $1.11 billion to $787 million year-over-year.

What is the current market sentiment for cryptocurrencies?

The Fear & Greed Index is at 68, indicating a 'Greed' sentiment in the market.

How much is 1 JUST worth in rupee today?

About ₹14.51 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Indians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $0.1404. The rupee price moves with both JST's US-dollar price and the USDT/INR rate; use our JUST in rupee page for any amount.

Which outlets reported this story?

This is an original Token Times brief that synthesises reporting from Cryptopolitan. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.

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Market data verified against CoinGecko & Binance · October 22, 2026 ⛓ Timestamped at Bitcoin block #972,553 sha256:3fbeed0594ace14f
Based on reporting by Cryptopolitan — this is an original Token Times summary with live market data, not the original article.Cryptopolitan · Oct 22 00:41 ↗

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