# Tesla Q3 Results Beat EPS with Margin Boost

> Tesla's Q3 revenue missed but adjusted earnings beat expectations as gross margins rose.
- Title: Tesla Q3 Results Beat EPS with Margin Boost · Seekingalpha
- Summary: Tesla's Q3 revenue missed but adjusted earnings beat expectations as gross margins rose. Tesla reported Q3 revenue below target but adjusted EPS exceeded…
- Keywords: tesla, revenue, adjusted eps, gross margins, free cash flow, robotaxi, spacex, money, business, Results, Beat, EPS
- Source: Seekingalpha — https://seekingalpha.com/article/4956076-tesla-q3-baby-steps-forward-rating-upgrade
- Author: Bill Maurer
- Published: 2026-10-21T21:30:52+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: tesla, q3, revenue, adjusted eps, gross margins, free cash flow, robotaxi, spacex, money, business
## Tesla Q3 Results
Tesla reported Q3 revenue below target but adjusted earnings beat expectations as gross margins rose.
## Free Cash Flow Surprise
The company reported positive free cash flow with light capital expenditures and rising short-term liabilities.
## Investor Focus
Investors are waiting for robotaxi progress and a potential SpaceX business combination.
## Key takeaway

Tesla reported Q3 revenue below target but adjusted EPS exceeded forecasts with improved gross margins.