Tesla Raises U.S. Model Y Prices For First Time In Two Years. It's Also Forged A Lower Buy Point.

Tesla raised U.S. Model Y prices for the first time in two years — +$1,000 on Premium RWD/AWD (to $45,990/$49,990) and +$500 on the Performance ($57,990) — a move the story links to stronger demand amid higher gasoline prices and rising lithium costs. Despite the price hikes, Tesla shares fell sharply, sliding 4.75% to $422.24 on Friday (a 1.4% weekly loss) as part of a broader market sell-off that hit small-cap stocks amid surging yields and oil. IBD notes technical setups: a daily cup base with a $498.33 buy point (possible handle forming) and a weekly cup-with-handle entry at $453.40, indicating mixed near-term pressure but defined upside levels for traders. Overall, the news mixes fundamental drivers (demand, input-costs) with negative price action and neutral-to-cautious technicals, amplifying downside risk for short-term holders while leaving identifiable technical entry points for buyers.