Tesla's still not making big profits and probably won't for years — but analysts and investors still love it

• Tesla's second-quarter earnings call missed estimates. The company is also delaying its Robotaxi unveiling.
• The company faced layoffs, executive departures, and declining car sales in the first half of 2024.
• But at least three Tesla experts remain bullish on the EV maker.

Tesla has had an exceptionally rocky first half of the year.