Tesla (TSLA) shares closed down 1.63% at $410.63 on February 17, 2026, following a broader technology sector selloff driven by macroeconomic and geopolitical factors.
- The market decline was fueled by AI valuation concerns and rising geopolitical tensions related to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
- With no major company-specific announcements scheduled for February 18, the stock is expected to track broader market sentiment and the Nasdaq Composite.
- The Nasdaq experienced similar volatility, dipping 0.2% during morning trading before seeing a slight recovery by the end of the day.