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Tesla, SpaceX Search For Suppliers For Elon Musk's Terafab Project: Report

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Elon Musk’s Tesla and SpaceX are actively sourcing suppliers for their joint semiconductor factory, codenamed Terafab, per Bloomberg. The project remains years from completion but is accelerating vendor outreach for critical manufacturing equipment. Terafab staff have contacted major semiconductor equipment firms, signaling serious progress despite the long timeline. The initiative reflects Musk’s push to vertically integrate chip production for AI, robotics, and space technologies. Tesla’s stock surged over 11% this week, possibly buoyed by Terafab’s momentum and broader market optimism. Investors may be betting on long-term gains from in-house semiconductor capabilities. The project aligns with rising lithium prices, which gained traction in 2025 and continue climbing in 2026, potentially benefiting Tesla’s battery and chip supply chains. Terafab’s ambition underscores Musk’s strategy to reduce reliance on third-party chipmakers, mirroring broader industry shifts toward domestic and proprietary semiconductor production.
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BREAKING: Market Keeps Rising; Netflix Dives LateElon Musk's companies Tesla and SpaceX are in the hunt for suppliers to build their joint semiconductor factory, dubbed Terafab, according to Bloomberg. While still years away from being built, Tesla and SpaceX are moving full-steam ahead in securing vendors for the complex machinery needed to set up a semiconductor facility. Staffers working on the Terafab have been in touch… 9:17 AM ET Lithium prices shifted bullishly in 2025 and continue to gain momentum in 2026. 9:17 AM ET Lithium prices shifted bullishly in 2025 and continue to gain... Get instant access to exclusive stock lists, expert market analysis and powerful tools with 2 months of IBD Digital for only $20!Get market updates, educational videos, webinars, and stock analysis.Learn how you can make more money with IBD's investing tools, top-performing stock lists, and educational content.Information in Investor’s Business Daily is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, recommendation, solicitation, or rating to buy or sell securities. The information has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable, but we make no guarantee as to its accuracy, timeliness, or suitability, including with respect to information that appears in closed captioning. Historical investment performances are no indication or guarantee of future success or performance. Authors/presenters may own the stocks they discuss. We make no representations or warranties regarding the advisability of investing in any particular securities or utilizing any specific investment strategies. Information is subject to change without notice. For information on use of our services, please see our Terms of Use.*Real-time prices by Nasdaq Last Sale. Real-time quote and/or trade prices are not sourced from all markets. Ownership data provided by LSEG and Estimate data provided by FactSet.IBD, IBD Digital, IBD Live, IBD Weekly, Investor's Business Daily, Leaderboard, MarketDiem, MarketSurge and other marks are trademarks owned by Investor's Business Daily, LLC.©2026 Investor’s Business Daily, LLC.

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