Tesla Inc. ($TSLA) is experiencing significant trading activity ahead of its upcoming Q3 earnings report. One trader has taken a short position of 2,000 shares at a price of $215.70, anticipating a projected drop of approximately 7% in the stock's value, which could yield over $30,000 in profits. Meanwhile, there is notable interest in purchasing options, with two of the four largest trades today consisting of $600+ calls expiring in a few months. The market sentiment appears mixed, as some investors are considering buying the dip before the earnings announcement.