How Tesla Makes Its Money: A Slicing and Dicing of Elon Musk's Fast-Growing Empire

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock is on the fast track this year. It's gained 53.7% through July 18, versus the S&P 500's 11.1% return.

This performance has naturally increased investor attention. Before considering investing in any company, one of the first things you should know is exactly how it makes money. So let's look at how CEO Elon Musk's growing Tesla empire brings in its green.

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