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CBAK Energy Technology Inc(CBAT)

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1-STAR RATING
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LAST CLOSE
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09/24/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CBAT

09/24/2026: CBAT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

CBAK Energy Technology Inc is a China-based, mid-cap manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries, specifically focusing on cylindrical cells for electric vehicles, mobility devices, and energy storage systems. The company has a long history in the industry and is currently seeking growth through capacity expansion and product diversification into the energy storage sector. While it offers potential upside through its focus on high-demand electrification markets, it faces significant risks from aggressive pricing by larger, well-capitalized competitors and persistent operational volatility. The stock is best suited for speculative investors who understand the risks associated with the competitive battery landscape, with developments in production efficiency and contract wins being critical markers to monitor.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitHigh growth potential exists in the battery sector, but operational consistency remains a challenge.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock experiences significant volatility which may attract momentum traders, though it is highly speculative.
Value investorWeak fitProfitability has been inconsistent, making traditional value metrics difficult to apply.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends and prioritizes capital expenditure.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock's high volatility and industry competition present significant risk.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to sharp price fluctuations due to speculative trading and sector sensitivity.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket sentiment often drives the stock price, which may disconnect from fundamental performance.
Competition risk (Battery Manufacturers)HighIntense competition from dominant industry players threatens market share and pricing power.
Business qualityMediumThe company lacks the scale and recurring profitability of industry leaders.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect income from this stock.
Execution riskHighScaling new battery production lines successfully is complex and prone to operational delays.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 47.47%
Avg. Invested days 28
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Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CBAT receives a 3-star rating, supported by available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and soft analyst coverage.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CBAT has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 1999.0%) and solid revenue growth (+10.5%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-179.5%), soft profitability (net margin -4.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CBAT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $3.9B (1999.0% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CBAT's strongest growth driver at +17227.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+10.5%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-179.5%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 2.0% and approximately 78.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 17.40% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Bridgeway Capital Management, LLC 0.89%
Empowered Funds, LLC 0.57%
Squarepoint Ops LLC 0.14%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 0.06%
James Investment Research, Inc. 0.06%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CBAT generates approximately $94 of gross profit, $-96 of operating income, and $19,990 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 1.66%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CBAT has a liquid profile. Elevated volatility is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Momentum LeaderValue-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 129.42M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 1.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 1.5
Volume (30-day avg) 704.4K shares
Beta 1.5
52 Weeks Range 0.46 - 1.55
Updated Date 09/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 0.46 - 1.55
Updated Date 09/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.21

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
EV Battery SalesCylindrical cells for electric passenger and commercial vehicles.Revenue depends on securing supply contracts with vehicle manufacturers.
LEV Battery SalesBattery packs for e-bikes and scooters.This is a mass-market segment driven by urban mobility trends.
Energy Storage (ESS)Battery systems for solar and grid storage.This is a high-growth area as renewable energy infrastructure expands.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 5.33
Enterprise Value 155.13M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56
Enterprise Value 155.13M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.67
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.58
Shares Outstanding 88.65M
Shares Floating 69.35M
Shares Outstanding 88.65M
Shares Floating 69.35M
Percent Insiders 17.4
Percent Institutions 1.98

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About CBAK Energy Technology Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2002-09-25
CEO & President Mr. Zhiguang Hu
Sector Industrials
Industry Electrical Equipment & Parts
Full time employees 1739
Full time employees 1739

CBAK Energy Technology Limited, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures, commercializes, and distributes lithium-ion and sodium-ion rechargeable batteries. The company operates through the CBAK and Hitrans segments. It develops and manufactures nickel-cobalt-manganese precursor materials and cathode materials. It also provides battery systems and integration solutions for electric vehicles and energy storage applications. Its products are used in electric cars, buses, hybrid vehicles, electric bicycles, tricycles, and other mobility applications, as well as in energy storage systems including residential supply and power supply applications. The company supports applications in logistics vehicles, commercial vehicles, and light electric mobility, and supplies battery solutions for both transportation and stationary energy storage use cases. CBAK Energy Technology Limited was founded in 2001 and is based in Dalian, China, and serves markets in China and international regions.