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Li Auto Inc(LI)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 1 day
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
0.00%
LAST CLOSE
$12.49
11/10/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LI

11/10/2026: LI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Li Auto is a leading Chinese manufacturer of premium electric vehicles, specifically known for its successful extended-range SUVs that address range anxiety for families. The company has a solid reputation for operational efficiency, which has historically helped it achieve better margins than many of its EV peers. Its primary investment story hinges on its ability to expand into pure battery electric vehicles and monetize advanced software features. Key risks include intense price competition in the Chinese market and regulatory exposure. Li Auto best suits growth-oriented investors, and stakeholders should monitor delivery volume trends and the company's progress in expanding its charging infrastructure and autonomous driving capabilities.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitLi Auto demonstrates high revenue growth potential as it expands its product lineup and market reach.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is highly dependent on delivery volume trends and broader market sentiment regarding Chinese EV stocks.
Value investorWeak fitThe company is in a high-growth phase and valuation is typically based on future growth rather than current earnings multiples.
Dividend investorWeak fitLi Auto does not pay dividends as it reinvests all cash flow into business growth.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company operates in a highly volatile sector characterized by regulatory uncertainty and intense competitive pressure.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to significant fluctuations due to macro events and sector-specific news cycles.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket expectations for growth are high, making the stock sensitive to delivery misses or margin compression.
Competition risk (EV market)HighIntense competition in China puts constant pressure on vehicle pricing and operating margins.
Business qualityMediumWhile the company has shown strong execution, it remains dependent on successful product cycles and technological scaling.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company does not provide income through dividends.
Execution riskMedium / highThe complexity of scaling manufacturing and software R&D creates operational challenges.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -64.55%
Avg. Invested days 16
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
LI receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft company fundamentals, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LI has soft overall fundamentals (2 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-86.0%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -11.4%), negative revenue growth (-22.3%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LI's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 33.5%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
LI's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -22.3% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-86.0%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-256.2%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 4.8% (soft) and 64.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (solid). Insider ownership is only 0.06%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Renaissance Technologies Corp 0.67%
Xiamen Xinweidachuang Investment Partnership (Limited Partnership) 0.50%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 0.47%
UBS Group AG 0.32%
Citigroup Inc 0.29%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LI generates approximately $187 of gross profit, $-5 of operating income, and $-114 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 12.16%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LI has a large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 12.06B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14.96
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14.96
Volume (30-day avg) 2.9M shares
Beta 0.4
52 Weeks Range 10.66 - 20.49
Updated Date 11/10/2026
52 Weeks Range 10.66 - 20.49
Updated Date 11/10/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.65

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Vehicle SalesRevenue from the sale of Li L9, L8, L7, and other vehicle models.This is the primary revenue driver, reflecting how many vehicles the company successfully manufactures and sells.
Services and OtherIncludes sales of charging accessories, maintenance services, and extended warranty sales.This segment indicates the company's ability to monetize the user base beyond the initial vehicle purchase.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 149.25
Enterprise Value 1.23B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.12
Enterprise Value 1.23B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.12
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.08
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.7
Shares Outstanding 804.67M
Shares Floating 518.71M
Shares Outstanding 804.67M
Shares Floating 518.71M
Percent Insiders 0.06
Percent Institutions 4.75

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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