Tesla's stock ($TSLA) closed at $403.84 per share at the end of 2024, reflecting a total gain of 62.5% for the year, marking its fourth-best yearly gain ever. This performance brought Tesla's market capitalization to approximately $1.296 trillion. The company's year-to-date gain was reported at 60.98%. In comparison, other major indices also showed strong yearly performances: the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust ($SPY) increased by 23.26%, the Invesco QQQ Trust ($QQQ) rose by 25.6%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DIA) gained 14.8%, and the iShares Russell 2000 ETF ($IWM) saw an 11.4% increase. Apple Inc. ($AAPL) recorded a yearly gain of 30.06%. Overall, 2024 was a notable year for Tesla and the broader market.