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Microvast Holdings Inc(MVST)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$0.62
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MVST

10/28/2026: MVST (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Microvast Holdings is a specialized battery technology company focused on fast-charging, long-life solutions for commercial vehicles and utility-scale energy storage. The company differentiates itself through its R&D in battery chemistry and vertical integration, which positions it to capture niche demand in transportation and grid infrastructure. While the company has secured a presence in global commercial EV markets, it faces substantial risks, including a lack of consistent profitability and intense competition from large-scale manufacturers. Investors should monitor the progress of its US manufacturing ramp-up and ability to maintain margins. It remains a high-risk, growth-oriented play for investors focused on the energy transition.

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 investorMixed fitThe company operates in a high-growth sector but faces significant execution and cash flow hurdles.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock has historically struggled with sustained upward momentum, making it less suitable for trend-following strategies.
Value investorWeak fitThe lack of profitability and high capital requirements make it a poor fit for traditional value screens.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends and requires significant capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility and operational uncertainty make this unsuitable for conservative portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is susceptible to large price swings due to its speculative nature and low float.
Valuation riskMedium / highValuations are highly sensitive to future revenue growth and profitability assumptions.
Competition risk (Battery Manufacturing)HighMicrovast competes against massive global entities with superior scale.
Business qualityMediumWhile the technology is niche and specialized, the business model is still proving its ability to generate sustainable returns.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo income is currently generated for shareholders.
Execution riskHighSuccess depends on scaling manufacturing and achieving commercial-scale efficiency.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

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 151.54%
Avg. Invested days 21
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 5.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 10/28/2026

Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
MVST has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+85.1%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 13.1%) are partially offset by weak profitability (net margin -6.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
MVST's financial health is supported by moderate cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (13.1% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is MVST's strongest growth driver at +325.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+12.6%, solid) and earnings growth (+85.1%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 23.5% and approximately 54.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 44.92% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 4.30%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.27%
Legal & General Group PLC 2.15%
State Street Corp 1.98%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 1.44%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
MVST generates approximately $362 of gross profit, $95 of operating income, and $131 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 15.42%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
MVST has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 206.24M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.5
Volume (30-day avg) 4.2M shares
Beta 3.6
52 Weeks Range 0.47 - 5.85
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 0.47 - 5.85
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.01

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Commercial Vehicle Battery SalesBattery cells and modules for buses and trucks.The company sells specialized battery hardware to manufacturers of commercial EVs.
Energy Storage SystemsUtility-scale storage solutions.Revenue is earned by supplying large battery systems to support grid stability.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 8.12
Enterprise Value 253.12M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56
Enterprise Value 253.12M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.69
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.02
Shares Outstanding 385.92M
Shares Floating 209.84M
Shares Outstanding 385.92M
Shares Floating 209.84M
Percent Insiders 44.92
Percent Institutions 23.45

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

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)

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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