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Rivian Automotive Inc(RIVN)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$13.96
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for RIVN

10/09/2026: RIVN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Rivian Automotive is an electric vehicle manufacturer known for its premium adventure-focused R1 series and commercial electric delivery vans. The company benefits from a strong brand and a strategic commercial partnership with Amazon, providing a foundation for its growth story. The primary opportunity lies in its planned shift toward more affordable, mass-market vehicles like the upcoming R2. However, the company faces significant risks related to production scaling, ongoing financial losses, and intense competition from larger automotive players. It is generally suited for growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance who are interested in the long-term electrification trend and willing to monitor production and margin milestones.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitRivian is a high-growth company in an emerging sector, though it carries substantial execution and financial risk.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum can be significant, but is highly sensitive to production delivery reports and macro sentiment.
Value investorWeak fitThe company is not currently profitable, making traditional value metrics difficult to apply.
Dividend investorWeak fitNo dividends are paid, and capital is entirely focused on expansion.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company's volatility and status as a loss-making growth stock do not suit risk-averse portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock often experiences significant price swings based on production news and macro conditions.
Valuation riskHighAs a growth stock with no earnings, valuation depends heavily on future production and margin assumptions.
Competition riskHighIntense competition from well-funded legacy auto makers and Tesla puts pressure on pricing and market share.
Business qualityMediumWhile the technology is highly regarded, the company is still establishing the necessary scale for business maturity.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no current expectation of dividend income.
Execution riskHighSuccessfully ramping up new platforms like the R2 is critical to the company's long-term survival.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -15.84%
Avg. Invested days 22
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
RIVN has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+23.2%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -46.2%), moderate revenue growth (+8.4%), weak profitability (net margin -67.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
RIVN's financial health is soft, with the relatively strongest area being solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 33.0%). Profitability is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is RIVN's strongest growth driver at +23.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+8.4%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (+12.9%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 40.3% and approximately 65.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 34.54% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Amazon.com Inc 11.63%
BlackRock Inc 4.14%
Baillie Gifford & Co Limited. 3.17%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.88%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 2.56%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
RIVN generates approximately $27 of gross profit, $-665 of operating income, and $-462 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: -0.17% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
RIVN has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 20.75B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 19
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 19
Volume (30-day avg) 23.9M shares
Beta 1.62
52 Weeks Range 12.39 - 22.69
Updated Date 10/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 12.39 - 22.69
Updated Date 10/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.58

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Vehicle SalesRevenue from sales of R1T and R1S vehicles.This is the primary revenue engine for the company.
Commercial FleetRevenue from the production and sale of electric delivery vans (EDVs).Provides a base of recurring fleet demand and institutional partnerships.
Services and OtherIncludes automotive finance, insurance, and charging network fees.An emerging revenue stream that grows as the number of Rivian vehicles on the road increases.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 21.79B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.53
Enterprise Value 21.79B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.53
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.73
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -1.96
Shares Outstanding 1.44B
Shares Floating 945.41M
Shares Outstanding 1.44B
Shares Floating 945.41M
Percent Insiders 34.54
Percent Institutions 40.34

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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