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Aurora Innovation Inc (AUR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/02/2025: AUR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
10 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $10.51
1 Year Target Price $10.51
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -9.43% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/02/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 8.93B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 10.51 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 10.51 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10 | Beta 2.6 | 52 Weeks Range 2.77 - 10.77 | Updated Date 07/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.77 - 10.77 | Updated Date 07/2/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.47 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -24.16% | Return on Equity (TTM) -43.43% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 8207215563 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1900.35 |
Enterprise Value 8207215563 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1900.35 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1832.99 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -3.95 | Shares Outstanding 1418700032 | Shares Floating 1026937994 |
Shares Outstanding 1418700032 | Shares Floating 1026937994 | ||
Percent Insiders 27.7 | Percent Institutions 71.41 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Aurora Innovation Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Aurora Innovation Inc. was founded in 2017 by Chris Urmson, Drew Bagnell, and Sterling Anderson. It focuses on developing self-driving technology for trucks and passenger vehicles. Significant milestones include partnerships with major automakers, development of the Aurora Driver platform, and public listing via SPAC merger in 2021.
Core Business Areas
- Aurora Driver Development: Development of the Aurora Driver, a full-stack self-driving system including software, hardware, and data services.
- Autonomous Trucking: Applying the Aurora Driver to autonomous trucking solutions, partnering with logistics companies.
- Autonomous Ride-Hailing: Potential future application of Aurora Driver to autonomous ride-hailing services.
Leadership and Structure
Chris Urmson (CEO). The organizational structure includes engineering, product, operations, and commercial teams.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Aurora Driver: A self-driving system encompassing software, hardware, and data services. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely, as the industry is still developing; no revenue has been made yet. Competitors include Waymo, TuSimple, and Plus.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The autonomous vehicle industry is rapidly evolving, with significant investment and technological advancements. Key players are developing solutions for both passenger and commercial vehicles.
Positioning
Aurora is positioned as a leader in autonomous driving technology, focusing on safety and scalability. Competitive advantages include its experienced team and comprehensive Aurora Driver platform.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for autonomous vehicles is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. Aurora is positioning itself to capture a significant share of this market through its focus on trucking and ride-hailing applications.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Experienced leadership team
- Comprehensive Aurora Driver platform
- Strong partnerships with automakers and logistics companies
- Focus on safety and reliability
- Advanced simulation capabilities
Weaknesses
- High R&D costs
- Dependence on regulatory approvals
- Competition from established tech companies
- No revenue yet
Opportunities
- Expanding autonomous trucking deployments
- Entering the autonomous ride-hailing market
- Developing new partnerships with automakers
- Advancing sensor technology
- Government funding and support
Threats
- Regulatory hurdles and delays
- Technological setbacks
- Competition from well-funded rivals
- Public perception and acceptance
- Economic downturn
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GOOG (Waymo)
- TSLA (Tesla)
- PLUS (Plus)
- TRUC (TuSimple)
Competitive Landscape
Aurora is competing with well-funded tech giants and specialized autonomous trucking companies. Its advantages include a comprehensive Aurora Driver platform and strong partnerships. Disadvantages include high R&D costs and dependence on regulatory approvals.
Major Acquisitions
Blackmore Sensors and Analytics
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions):
- Strategic Rationale: Acquired lidar technology to enhance Aurora's sensor capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is non-existent due to pre-revenue stage.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on successful deployment of autonomous trucking solutions and potential entry into the ride-hailing market. Analyst estimates vary widely.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding trucking routes, developing new sensor technologies, and securing regulatory approvals.
Summary
Aurora Innovation is a pre-revenue company with a comprehensive autonomous driving platform. It faces significant competition and regulatory hurdles. Its strengths lie in its experienced team and strong partnerships. Key challenges include managing high R&D costs and securing regulatory approvals. The company is betting on the successful deployment of its autonomous trucking solutions for future growth. Significant cash burn and no revenue are the most important points to consider.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Aurora Innovation Inc. SEC filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
- Company website
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market share data is approximate and may vary. Future performance is subject to risks and uncertainties.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Aurora Innovation Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Pittsburgh, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-05-10 | Co-Founder, CEO & Non-Independent Executive Chairman Mr. Christopher Urmson Ph.D. | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Information Technology Services | Full time employees 1800 | Website https://aurora.tech |
Full time employees 1800 | Website https://aurora.tech | ||
Aurora Innovation, Inc. operates as a self-driving technology company in the United States. It focuses on developing Aurora Driver, a platform that brings a suite of self-driving hardware, software, and data services together to adapt and interoperate various vehicle types and applications. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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