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Hyliion Holdings Corp. (HYLN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: HYLN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $2
1 Year Target Price $2
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 46.09% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 305.26M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 2.32 | 52 Weeks Range 1.11 - 4.09 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.11 - 4.09 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.35 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) -1054.06% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -16.26% | Return on Equity (TTM) -23.27% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 181262350 | Price to Sales(TTM) 86.89 |
Enterprise Value 181262350 | Price to Sales(TTM) 86.89 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 51.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -0.8 | Shares Outstanding 175436992 | Shares Floating 120151289 |
Shares Outstanding 175436992 | Shares Floating 120151289 | ||
Percent Insiders 29.36 | Percent Institutions 28 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Hyliion Holdings Corp.
Company Overview
History and Background
Hyliion Holdings Corp. (formerly Tortoise Acquisition Corp.) was founded in 2015 by Thomas Healy. It focuses on developing electrified powertrain solutions for commercial vehicles. The company went public in October 2020 via a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) merger. Early focus was on hybrid electric powertrains, and it's shifted focus to Hypertruck ERX and eventually Karno.
Core Business Areas
- Powertrain Solutions: Develops and sells electrified powertrain solutions for Class 8 commercial vehicles, including hybrid and electric systems. Their primary focus shifted to Karno and away from ERX.
Leadership and Structure
Thomas Healy is the founder and CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with a functional organizational structure, with departments for engineering, sales, marketing, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Karno Generator: A fuel-agnostic generator that Hyliion aims to integrate into their powertrain solutions. Hyliion anticipates using the Karno in a Series HEV application, with testing in the second half of 2024 and production in 2025. It is unclear whether this can be cost competitive and its viability. Competitors include Cummins (CMI) and other generator manufacturers, and ultimately, battery-electric solutions like those from Tesla (TSLA).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The commercial vehicle industry is undergoing a transition towards electrification driven by environmental regulations, government incentives, and technological advancements. There is uncertainty around the speed of electrification.
Positioning
Hyliion is positioned as a technology provider offering electrified powertrain solutions that aim to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions of commercial vehicles. They face significant competition from established OEMs and emerging EV players.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for electrified commercial vehicles is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars. Hyliion's positioning within this TAM is uncertain, as it attempts to pivot its technology and has a limited customer base. Success depends on the viability of the Karno technology.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Innovative technology (Karno engine concept)
- Experienced leadership team
- Focus on sustainability
- Strong intellectual property portfolio
Weaknesses
- Limited commercial traction
- Dependence on key suppliers
- Uncertainty around technology scalability
- Cash Burn
- Unproven Karno technology
Opportunities
- Growing demand for electrified commercial vehicles
- Government incentives and regulations supporting electrification
- Partnerships with established OEMs
- Expansion into new markets
Threats
- Competition from established OEMs (e.g., Daimler, PACCAR, Volvo)
- Technological advancements in battery technology
- Fluctuations in fuel prices
- Supply chain disruptions
- Changing Regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TSLA
- NKLA
- CUMMINS
Competitive Landscape
Hyliion faces intense competition from established OEMs with significant resources and established customer relationships. Its competitive advantage hinges on the successful commercialization of its Karno technology and establishing key partnerships.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been minimal, with limited revenue generation.
Future Projections: Future projections are uncertain, dependent on the successful commercialization of the Karno technology and the general trend towards electric vehicles.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the development and testing of the Karno generator, and the attempted pivot away from hybrid electric drivetrains.
Summary
Hyliion is a speculative play in the electric vehicle space that faces significant challenges. While its Karno technology offers potential, the company's lack of commercial traction, high cash burn, and intense competition raise concerns. The company needs to successfully commercialize its technology and demonstrate a clear path to profitability to justify its valuation. Otherwise it needs to be very mindful of its runway.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly.
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About Hyliion Holdings Corp.
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Cedar Park, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-04-22 | Founder, President, CEO & Director Mr. Thomas J. Healy | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Auto Parts | Full time employees 93 | Website https://www.hyliion.com |
Full time employees 93 | Website https://www.hyliion.com | ||
Hyliion Holdings Corp. designs and develops power generators for stationary and mobile applications. Its primary product includes the KARNO generator, a fuel-agnostic power generating solution, which enables distributed power generation using conventional fuels, landfill and wellhead gas, and renewable hydrogen and ammonia. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Cedar Park, Texas.
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