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LI Stock Chart & Stats
$18.39
-$0.74(-3.10%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$18.39
-$0.74(-3.10%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$11.65 - $31.10
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.13M
Average Volume (3M)3.73M
Market Cap
$12.55B
Enterprise Value$7.24K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$92.81B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$17.67B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.78
Next Earnings
Sep 02, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.1Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-1.80
Shares Outstanding909,162,540
10 Day Avg. Volume3,906,454
30 Day Avg. Volume3,728,312
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.23
Price to Book (P/B)1.64
Price to Sales (P/S)1.09
P/FCF Ratio-9.31
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$15.01Price Target Upside-18.36% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)0.49
Revenue Forecast (FY)$123.28B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong L9 Early DemandEarly 10,000+ orders for the flagship L9 demonstrate product-market fit in the premium NEV SUV segment. This durable demand signal supports higher ASP potential and margin recovery as L9/L8 scale, and underpins management's >20% segment share targets over the coming quarters.
Proprietary AI Chip & ModelsIn-house MAHE M100 chip and MindVLA model create a structural technology moat: lower per-unit compute cost and higher effective performance enable faster autonomous feature rollouts and differentiated software capabilities that can raise switching costs and support premium positioning over 2–6 months.
Strong Cash Position & BuybacksA large cash buffer plus an active buyback program provides financial flexibility to fund R&D, model ramps and international expansion while supporting capital structure. This reduces immediate refinancing risk and lets management invest through temporary cash-flow weakness.
Bears Say
Negative Operating & Free Cash FlowOperating cash flow and free cash flow swung meaningfully negative in the latest quarter, indicating cash burn from operations and ramp costs. Sustained negative cash generation would erode the cash buffer, constrain R&D/production spend, and raise the need for external funding within months if not reversed.
Margin And Profitability CollapseGross margin compression and a return to operating/net losses reflect adverse mix, pricing pressure and rising input costs. Structural margin erosion reduces internal capital for growth and makes profitable scaling of new models more difficult absent clear pricing or cost takeout.
High Reliance On Lower-ASP ModelWith ~60% sales mix from lower-priced i6, average selling price and margins are depressed. The business remains exposed to mix risk until higher-ASP L8/L9 volumes ramp; prolonged dependence on lower-margin models will limit margin recovery and free cash flow over the medium term.
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LI FAQ
What was Li Auto, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Li Auto, Inc. lowest stock price was $11.65 and its highest was $31.10 in the past 12 months.
What is Li Auto, Inc.’s market cap?
Li Auto, Inc.’s market cap is $12.55B.
When is Li Auto, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Li Auto, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 02, 2026 which is in 38 days.
How were Li Auto, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Li Auto, Inc. released its earnings results on May 28, 2026. The company reported -$0.31 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -$0.271 by -$0.039.
Is Li Auto, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Li Auto, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Li Auto, Inc. pay dividends?
Li Auto, Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Li Auto, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Li Auto, Inc.’s EPS estimate is -0.1.
How many shares outstanding does Li Auto, Inc. have?
Li Auto, Inc. has 909,162,540 shares outstanding.
What happened to Li Auto, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Li Auto, Inc. reported an EPS of -$0.31 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -$0.271. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.521%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Li Auto, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LI
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Li Auto Stock Smart Score
Underperform
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$15.01 (-18.36% Downside)
$15.01 (-18.36% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
LI Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 65%
Sector Average 65%
Crowd Wisdom
Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bearish
Bullish news 0%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-59.33%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
―
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-6.24%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Li Auto, Inc.
Li Auto Inc. is a prominent player in the rapidly expanding new energy vehicle market within the People's Republic of China. The company's operations span the entire lifecycle of high-end intelligent electric vehicles, from their initial design and development to manufacturing and eventual sale. Its diverse product portfolio primarily consists of multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) and sport utility vehicles (SUVs). The company engages directly with customers through a blend of digital platforms and traditional brick-and-mortar channels, providing comprehensive sales and post-purchase management services. Originally founded in 2015 as Leading Ideal Inc., the company officially adopted its current name, Li Auto Inc., in July 2020. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Beijing, China.
LI Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presents a mixed picture: strong product and technology milestones (MAHE M100 chip, MindVLA model, successful Li L9 early orders, stabilized i6 volumes, solid cash balance and global expansion) support a positive medium-term outlook. However, Q1 financials showed material weakness with double-digit revenue declines, severe margin compression (gross profit down ~66% YoY), operating and net losses, and negative free cash flow, driven by product mix, model refresh timing and some supply constraints. Management expects margin improvement (target ~10% in Q2) and maintains a 20% full-year sales growth target, but near-term profitability and cash flow remain challenged until new models scale. Overall, the positives around technology, product demand and a strong cash position are balanced by significant near-term financial deterioration.View all LI earnings summariesLI Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$15.01
▼(-18.36% Downside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.05% Insiders
0.06% Mutual Funds
0.02% Other Institutional Investors
99.52% Public Companies and Individual Investors