Tesla shares rose 2% on Monday after Morgan Stanley reinstated the electric-vehicle maker as its top U.S. auto pick, saying the company's artificial intelligence and robotics efforts could power growth even as the mainstay car business stumbles.

Morgan Stanley has once again named Tesla, Inc. its "Top Pick" among U.S. automakers, arguing that the stock's nearly 30% decline this year reflects a "clear buyers' strike." Analysts led by Adam Jonas maintained an 'Overweight' rating and a $430 price target on the stock on Monday despite growing concerns over weak car deliveries and declining