If You Invested $1,000 in Tesla...
See how a $1,000 investment would have grown over the years.
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This is a historical simulation for informational purposes and does not constitute financial advice.
About the Tesla Investment Calculator
This tool provides a powerful visualization of how a simple investment in Tesla (TSLA) stock would have performed over time. By selecting an investment year, you can see the journey your money would have taken, illustrating the concepts of growth, volatility, and the power of long-term holding in one of the most dynamic stocks of the last decade.
Formula Explained
The calculator uses historical, split-adjusted stock price data to determine the value of your investment:
- Calculate Shares Purchased: It divides your initial investment amount by the split-adjusted price of TSLA stock at the beginning of your chosen year.
- Calculate Final Value: It then multiplies the number of shares you "purchased" by the current market price of the stock.
How to Interpret the Results
This calculator is a powerful lesson in investment principles:
The Power of Growth Investing
The chart visualizes how investing in innovative, high-growth companies can lead to substantial returns over time.
The Reality of Volatility
Notice the sharp peaks and valleys in the growth chart. High-growth stocks are volatile, and investors must be prepared to hold through significant downturns.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the investment growth calculated? →
The calculator uses historical, split-adjusted stock price data for Tesla (TSLA). It calculates how many shares (or fractional shares) your initial $1,000 investment would have purchased on the date you select. It then multiplies that number of shares by the stock's current price to determine the final value.
Does this calculator include dividends? →
As of 2024, Tesla (TSLA) does not pay a dividend to its shareholders. Therefore, this calculation is based purely on the growth of the stock's price (capital appreciation).
What does 'split-adjusted' mean? →
Tesla has had multiple stock splits. A stock split increases the number of shares a company has, which lowers the price per share without changing the company's total value. 'Split-adjusted' prices are historical prices that have been recalculated to account for these splits, allowing for an accurate comparison of value over time.
Is past performance an indicator of future results? →
No, past performance is not a guarantee of future results. While Tesla has seen extraordinary growth, it is also a very volatile stock. This calculator is an educational tool to illustrate historical growth and should not be considered investment advice.
Why is Tesla stock so volatile? →
Tesla's stock is volatile for several reasons. It is a high-growth technology company whose valuation is heavily based on future expectations. Its price is sensitive to news about production numbers, new technology, competition in the EV market, and the actions of its CEO, Elon Musk. This leads to larger price swings than more established, mature companies.