Should I buy or sell Li Auto stock right now?

7 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Li Auto in the last twelve months. There are currently 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" LI shares. View LI analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks .

What is Li Auto's stock price target for 2024?

7 analysts have issued 1-year price objectives for Li Auto's shares. Their LI share price targets range from $39.00 to $65.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $47.36 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 74.6% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for LI or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts .

How have LI shares performed in 2024?

Li Auto's stock was trading at $37.43 at the beginning of the year. Since then, LI shares have decreased by 27.5% and is now trading at $27.13. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here .

When is Li Auto's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, May 8th 2024. View our LI earnings forecast .

How were Li Auto's earnings last quarter?

Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ:LI) issued its earnings results on Monday, February, 26th. The company reported $0.49 EPS for the quarter. The company had revenue of $5.88 billion for the quarter. Li Auto had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 18.37% and a net margin of 9.44%.

What ETFs hold Li Auto's stock?

ETFs with the largest weight of Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) stock in their portfolio include Direxion Daily Electric and Autonomous Vehicles Bull 2X Shares (EVAV) , VanEck Low Carbon Energy ETF (SMOG) , Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF (PGJ) , Carbon Collective Climate Solutions U.S. Equity ETF (CCSO) , Innovator IBD 50 ETF (FFTY) , Amplify Lithium& Battery Technology ETF (BATT) , SPDR S&P Kensho Smart Mobility ETF (HAIL) and FlexShares ESG & Climate Emerging Markets Core Index Fund (FEEM) .

What guidance has Li Auto issued on next quarter's earnings?

Li Auto issued an update on its first quarter 2024 earnings guidance on Tuesday, February, 27th. The company provided EPS guidance of for the period. The company issued revenue guidance of $4.4 billion-$4.5 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $5.4 billion.

What is Jean-Marc Jestin's approval rating as Li Auto's CEO?

11 employees have rated Li Auto Chief Executive Officer Jean-Marc Jestin on Glassdoor.com . Jean-Marc Jestin has an approval rating of 100% among the company's employees. This puts Jean-Marc Jestin in the top 10% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies.

What other stocks do shareholders of Li Auto own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Li Auto investors own include Biocept (BIOC) , Broadcom (AVGO) , ARK Next Generation Internation ETF (ARKW) , ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) , ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (ARKF) , Argonaut Gold (AR) , Aptorum Group (APM) , Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and

When did Li Auto IPO?

Li Auto (LI) raised $855 million in an IPO on Thursday, July 30th 2020. The company issued 95,000,000 shares at a price of $8.00-$10.00 per share. Goldman Sachs (Asia), Morgan Stanley, UBS Investment Bank and CICC acted as the underwriters for the IPO and Tiger Brokers and Snowball were co-managers.

Who are Li Auto's major shareholders?

Li Auto's stock is owned by a variety of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Atlas Capital Advisors LLC (0.00%), Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (0.00%) and Ballentine Partners LLC (0.00%).

How do I buy shares of Li Auto?

Shares of LI stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here .

NASDAQ:LI

Li Auto (LI) Stock Price, News & Analysis

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$26.34

-2.84 (-9.73%)

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Today's Range: $26.33
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$27.67
50-Day Range: $28.41
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$46.21
52-Week Range: $21.48
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$47.33

Volume: 8.87 million shs
Average Volume: 7.99 million shs
Market Capitalization: $27.95 billion

P/E Ratio: 16.99
Dividend Yield: N/A
Price Target: $47.36

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Li Auto MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating: Buy
3.00 Rating Score
Upside/Downside: 74.6% Upside
$47.36 Price Target
Short Interest: Healthy
2.40% of Shares Sold Short
Dividend Strength: N/A
Sustainability: N/A
News Sentiment: 0.33
Based on 22 Articles This Week
Insider Trading: N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth: 54.82%
From $1.97 to $3.05 Per Share

Overall MarketRank^™

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank^™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

4.31 out of 5 stars

Auto/Tires/Trucks Sector

13th out of 77 stocks

Motor Vehicles & Car Bodies Industry

5th out of 26 stocks

4.5

Analyst's Opinion

Consensus Rating
Li Auto has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.00, and is based on 7 buy ratings, no hold ratings, and no sell ratings.
Amount of Analyst Coverage
Li Auto has been the subject of 6 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.

5.0

Short Interest

Percentage of Shares Shorted
2.40% of the outstanding shares of Li Auto have been sold short.
Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover
Li Auto has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 3.1, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.
Change versus previous month
Short interest in Li Auto has recently decreased by 12.76%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

0.0

Dividend Strength

Dividend Yield
Li Auto does not currently pay a dividend.
Dividend Growth
Li Auto does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

N/A

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score
There is no current Upright™ data available for LI.

1.9

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment
Li Auto has a news sentiment score of 0.33. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This news sentiment score is similar to the average news sentiment of Auto/Tires/Trucks companies.
News Coverage This Week
MarketBeat has tracked 22 news articles for Li Auto this week, compared to 11 articles on an average week.
Search Interest
Only 35 people have searched for LI on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -31% compared to the previous 30 days.
MarketBeat Follows
Only 21 people have added Li Auto to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -19% compared to the previous 30 days.

1.7

Company Ownership

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling
In the past three months, Li Auto insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
48.50% of the stock of Li Auto is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.
Percentage Held by Institutions
Only 9.88% of the stock of Li Auto is held by institutions.

2.5

Earnings and Valuation

Earnings Growth
Earnings for Li Auto are expected to grow by 54.82% in the coming year, from $1.97 to $3.05 per share.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of Li Auto is 17.50, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 136.77.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of Li Auto is 17.50, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Auto/Tires/Trucks sector average P/E ratio of about 12.20.
Price to Book Value per Share Ratio
Li Auto has a P/B Ratio of 3.37. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

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About Li Auto Stock (NASDAQ:LI)

Li Auto Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates in the energy vehicle market in the People's Republic of China. It designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. The company's product line comprises MPVs and sport utility vehicles. It also offers sales and after sales management, and technology development and corporate management services, as well as purchases manufacturing equipment. The company offers its products through online and offline channels. The company was formerly known as Leading Ideal Inc. and changed its name to Li Auto Inc. in July 2020. Li Auto Inc. was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Beijing, the People's Republic of China.

LI Stock Price History

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LI Stock News Headlines

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Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm, Announces Investigation of Li Auto Inc. (LI) on Behalf of Investors

April 12, 2024 | businesswire.com

GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED ROSEN LAW FIRM Encourages Li Auto Inc. Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation – LI

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INVESTOR ALERT: Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Investigation of Li Auto Inc. (LI) on Behalf of Investors

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Li Auto Inc. Files Its Annual Report on Form 20-F

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings: 2/26/2024
Today: 4/19/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated): 5/08/2024
Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2024

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
Sector: Auto/Tires/Trucks
Industry: Motor vehicles & car bodies
Sub-Industry: N/A
Current Symbol: NASDAQ:LI
CUSIP: N/A
CIK: 1791706
Web: www.lixiang.com
Phone: 86-10-8742-7209
Fax: N/A
Employees: 19,396
Year Founded: 2015

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target: $47.36
High Stock Price Target: $65.00
Low Stock Price Target: $39.00
Potential Upside/Downside: +78.4%
Consensus Rating: Buy
Rating Score (0-4): 3.00
Research Coverage: 7 Analysts

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year): $1.55
Trailing P/E Ratio: 17.13
Forward P/E Ratio: 13.48
P/E Growth: N/A
Net Income: $1.65 billion
Net Margins: 9.44%
Pretax Margin: 8.44%
Return on Equity: 18.37%
Return on Assets: 8.39%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.03
Current Ratio: 1.57
Quick Ratio: 1.48

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales: $17.44 billion
Price / Sales: 1.61
Cash Flow: $1.41 per share
Price / Cash Flow: 18.79
Book Value: $8.04 per share
Price / Book: 3.30

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares: 1,061,010,000
Free Float: 546,420,000
Market Cap: $28.17 billion
Optionable: Optionable
Beta: 1.04

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Key Executives

Mr. Xiang Li (Age 43)
Founder, Executive Chairman & CEO
Comp: $236.16k
Mr. Donghui Ma (Age 49)
President & Executive Director
Mr. Tie Li (Age 46)
CFO & Executive Director
Comp: $300.43k
Mr. Yan Xie (Age 44)
Senior VP & CTO
Janet Chang
Director of Investor Relations
Kobe Wang
Head of Capital Markets
Mr. Liangjun Zou
Senior Vice President
Mr. Yang Wang
Joint Company Secretary
Ms. Yee Wa Lau (Age 50)
Joint Company Secretary

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Should I Buy Li Auto Stock? LI Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Li Auto Inc.:

Li Auto Inc. is a key player in the energy vehicle market in China, focusing on smart electric vehicles, which aligns with the growing trend towards sustainable transportation.
The company offers premium smart electric vehicles like the Li ONE and Li L series, catering to the increasing demand for high-quality electric vehicles in the market.
Li Auto Inc. provides a range of services beyond just vehicle manufacturing, including sales and after-sales management, technology development, and corporate management, offering diversified revenue streams.
Recent developments show a positive trajectory in Li Auto Inc.'s stock price, indicating potential growth opportunities for investors.
Being headquartered in Beijing, China, Li Auto Inc. is strategically positioned in a market with significant growth potential for electric vehicles.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Li Auto Inc. for these reasons:

Li Auto Inc. operates in a highly competitive market with other established players, which may pose challenges in market share and profitability.
The electric vehicle industry is subject to rapid technological advancements and regulatory changes, which could impact Li Auto Inc.'s product offerings and operations.
Investing in Li Auto Inc. involves exposure to risks associated with the Chinese market, including regulatory uncertainties and geopolitical tensions that could affect the company's performance.
Fluctuations in raw material prices, supply chain disruptions, and manufacturing challenges could impact Li Auto Inc.'s production costs and profitability.
While the stock price has shown recent positive movements, investors should carefully assess market conditions and company performance before making investment decisions.

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Li Auto pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

LI Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Li Auto stock right now?: 7 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Li Auto in the last twelve months. There are currently 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" LI shares.
View LI analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks.
What is Li Auto's stock price target for 2024?: 7 analysts have issued 1-year price objectives for Li Auto's shares. Their LI share price targets range from $39.00 to $65.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $47.36 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 74.6% from the stock's current price.
View analysts price targets for LI or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts.
How have LI shares performed in 2024?: Li Auto's stock was trading at $37.43 at the beginning of the year. Since then, LI shares have decreased by 27.5% and is now trading at $27.13.
View the best growth stocks for 2024 here.
When is Li Auto's next earnings date?: The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, May 8th 2024.
View our LI earnings forecast.
How were Li Auto's earnings last quarter?: Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ:LI) issued its earnings results on Monday, February, 26th. The company reported $0.49 EPS for the quarter. The company had revenue of $5.88 billion for the quarter. Li Auto had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 18.37% and a net margin of 9.44%.
What ETFs hold Li Auto's stock?: ETFs with the largest weight of Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) stock in their portfolio include Direxion Daily Electric and Autonomous Vehicles Bull 2X Shares (EVAV), VanEck Low Carbon Energy ETF (SMOG), Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF (PGJ), Carbon Collective Climate Solutions U.S. Equity ETF (CCSO), Innovator IBD 50 ETF (FFTY), Amplify Lithium& Battery Technology ETF (BATT), SPDR S&P Kensho Smart Mobility ETF (HAIL) and FlexShares ESG & Climate Emerging Markets Core Index Fund (FEEM).

What guidance has Li Auto issued on next quarter's earnings?: Li Auto issued an update on its first quarter 2024 earnings guidance on Tuesday, February, 27th. The company provided EPS guidance of for the period. The company issued revenue guidance of $4.4 billion-$4.5 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $5.4 billion.
What is Jean-Marc Jestin's approval rating as Li Auto's CEO?: 11 employees have rated Li Auto Chief Executive Officer Jean-Marc Jestin on Glassdoor.com. Jean-Marc Jestin has an approval rating of 100% among the company's employees. This puts Jean-Marc Jestin in the top 10% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies.
What other stocks do shareholders of Li Auto own?: Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Li Auto investors own include Biocept (BIOC), Broadcom (AVGO), ARK Next Generation Internation ETF (ARKW), ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK), ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (ARKF), Argonaut Gold (AR), Aptorum Group (APM), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and
When did Li Auto IPO?: Li Auto (LI) raised $855 million in an IPO on Thursday, July 30th 2020. The company issued 95,000,000 shares at a price of $8.00-$10.00 per share. Goldman Sachs (Asia), Morgan Stanley, UBS Investment Bank and CICC acted as the underwriters for the IPO and Tiger Brokers and Snowball were co-managers.
Who are Li Auto's major shareholders?: Li Auto's stock is owned by a variety of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Atlas Capital Advisors LLC (0.00%), Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (0.00%) and Ballentine Partners LLC (0.00%).
How do I buy shares of Li Auto?: Shares of LI stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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This page (NASDAQ:LI) was last updated on 4/19/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Li Auto (LI) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Li Auto MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Overall MarketRank™

Analyst's Opinion

Short Interest

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Change versus previous month

Dividend Strength

Sustainability and ESG

Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Score

News and Social Media Coverage

News Sentiment

News Coverage This Week

Search Interest

MarketBeat Follows

Company Ownership

Earnings and Valuation

About Li Auto Stock (NASDAQ:LI)

LI Stock Price History

LI Stock News Headlines

Company Calendar

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Price Target and Rating

Profitability

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Miscellaneous

Social Links

Key Executives

Key Competitors

Institutional Ownership

Should I Buy Li Auto Stock? LI Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Cons

LI Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Overall MarketRank^™