Ideanomics Inc (NASDAQ:IDEX) shares are trading lower by 9.1% to $2.44 Thursday afternoon, despite a lack of company-specific news for the session. The stock is falling amid weakness in EV- and EV-related companies after Tesla Inc reported worse-than-expected third-quarter financial results.

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Why This Matters To IDEX Investors

When Tesla, as a major player in the EV industry, reports disappointing financial results, it can erode investor confidence in the broader EV sector. Investors may interpret Tesla's results as a sign of potential headwinds within the industry, causing them to reevaluate their investments in EV-related companies, including Ideanomics.

A widespread sell-off of EV-related stocks in response to Tesla's disappointing results can trigger further selling in Ideanomics stock. This behavior often stems a desire to limit exposure to a perceived struggling sector.

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According to data from Benzinga Pro, IDEX has a 52-week high of $46.88 and a 52-week low of $1.72.