Liking Tesla Isn't Necessarily a Good Reason to Invest

Tesla undoubtedly holds a great deal of appeal for younger investors especially, but that doesn't mean it's an attractive investment.
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HOLD Tesla Inc. (TSLA) - Get Report has hot cars, but that doesn't necessarily mean it is a stock you want to own, TD Ameritrade chief market strategist JJ Kinahan says.

Kinahan joined Jim Cramer at TheStreet's recent Financial Success Strategies this past weekend, and during a fireside chat, the two offered insight into Elon Musk's electric-car baby.

"Our clients tend to really like Tesla. It's served them well over the last year, but I draw some parallels on a few things," Kinahan said, offering comparison between Tesla and other investments that have exciting products but unreliable stocks.

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