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Lotus Technology Inc. (LOT)
NASDAQ:LOT
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Lotus Technology (LOT) Price & Analysis

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LOT Stock Chart & Stats

$1.32
-$0.23(-5.76%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$1.32
-$0.23(-5.76%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Margin & Cost ImprovementSustained gross‑margin and expense cuts reflect structural operating leverage: gross margin rose to ~9% (Q4 10%) and management cut R&D, S&M and G&A materially. These durable cost base reductions lower the break‑even threshold and reduce long‑term funding needs if maintained.
Regulatory Certification & PHEV RolloutUN R171.01 certification and the March 2026 PHEV 'For Me' launch are structural wins: certification eases EU highway ADAS deployment and regulatory friction, while the PHEV broadens addressable markets and faces lower PHEV tariffs, improving long‑term market access and volume potential.
Service/IP Revenue Growth & Strategic CapitalRapid services/IP monetization and a $23M strategic investment signal durable diversification: service revenue grew ~69% YoY to $36M, showing scalable tech/IP sales, while Ecarx capital and partnerships bolster R&D collaboration and non‑vehicle cash flow avenues over the medium term.
Bears Say
Weak Balance Sheet & Rising LeverageNegative equity and materially higher debt (~$1.84B by 2025) are persistent solvency constraints. This structurally limits financing options, raises refinancing and covenant risk, and increases interest burden, making the firm dependent on external funding to sustain operations.
Persistent Negative Cash GenerationOperating cash flow remains deeply negative despite improvement (OCF loss narrowed to about -$334M). Free cash flow worsened in 2025, indicating ongoing cash burn that structurally requires continued external financing until sustained positive operating cash generation is achieved.
Severe Volume & Revenue ContractionA sharp structural decline in volumes and revenue (deliveries down ~64%, revenue down ~44% in 2025) highlights demand, market‑access and channel issues. Such large top‑line erosion undermines fixed cost absorption and makes path to scale and profitability uncertain amid competitive headwinds.

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LOT FAQ

What was Lotus Technology Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Lotus Technology Inc. lowest stock price was $1.00 and its highest was $2.75 in the past 12 months.
    What is Lotus Technology Inc.’s market cap?
    Lotus Technology Inc.’s market cap is $832.87M.
      When is Lotus Technology Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Lotus Technology Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 03, 2026 which is in 30 days.
        How were Lotus Technology Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
        Lotus Technology Inc. released its earnings results on Apr 10, 2026. The company reported -$0.14 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -$0.18 by $0.04.
          Is Lotus Technology Inc. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Lotus Technology Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Lotus Technology Inc. pay dividends?
            Lotus Technology Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Lotus Technology Inc.’s EPS estimate?
            Lotus Technology Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does Lotus Technology Inc. have?
            Lotus Technology Inc. has 678,705,300 shares outstanding.
              What happened to Lotus Technology Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              Lotus Technology Inc. reported an EPS of -$0.14 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -$0.18. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.055%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Lotus Technology Inc.?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LOT
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                  Company Description

                  Lotus Technology Inc.

                  Lotus Technology Inc. engagers in the design, development, and sale of sports luxury lifestyle battery electric vehicles. It offers electric sports car models, including Eletre and Emeya. The company is based in Shanghai, China.

                  Lotus Technology (LOT) Earnings & Revenues

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                  LOT Earnings Call

                  Q4 2026
                  0:00 / 0:00
                  Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                  The call portrayed a mixed picture: significant top-line and volume declines in 2025 (deliveries down ~64%, revenues down ~44%) and continued sizeable losses remain material negatives. At the same time, management demonstrated clear operational progress—improved gross margins (to 9%-10%), sharply reduced operating expenses, inventory normalization, strong growth in service/IP revenue, strategic investment, certification wins, and product (PHEV) launches that could improve market access and margins going forward. The company appears to be executing a restructuring and product strategy that reduces losses and positions it for recovery, but meaningful revenue and market access risks remain in the near term.View all LOT earnings summaries
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