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SES AI Corp (SES)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/28/2025: SES (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

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4 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $1.33

1 Year Target Price $1.33

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$1.33 Target price
52w Low $0.2
Current$1.11
52w High $2.53

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -83.57%
Avg. Invested days 30
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 409.61M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 1.33
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 1.33
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 0.42
52 Weeks Range 0.20 - 2.53
Updated Date 08/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 0.20 - 2.53
Updated Date 08/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.31

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-08-04
When -
Estimate -0.04
Actual -0.07

Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -652.31%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -20.8%
Return on Equity (TTM) -34.37%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 186375110
Price to Sales(TTM) 36.06
Enterprise Value 186375110
Price to Sales(TTM) 36.06
Enterprise Value to Revenue 16.41
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -29.67
Shares Outstanding 321840000
Shares Floating 249439886
Shares Outstanding 321840000
Shares Floating 249439886
Percent Insiders 16.95
Percent Institutions 30.2

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SES AI Corp

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

SES AI Corp (formerly SolidEnergy Systems) was founded in 2012. It originated from research conducted at MIT. SES focuses on developing and manufacturing high-performance Li-Metal rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) and other applications.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Li-Metal Battery Development: SES focuses on developing Li-Metal batteries for EVs which can improve vehicle range and safety. Their focus is on large format cells for automotive applications.
  • Battery Recycling: SES has started to explore battery recycling technologies as the end-of-life market of batteries is growing
  • AI-Powered Battery Management: SES utilizes AI-powered battery management software to optimize battery performance and safety.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company is led by Dr. Qichao Hu, the founder and CEO. SES AI Corp. operates with a structure focused on technology development, manufacturing, and commercial partnerships.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Apollo Li-Metal Batteries: SES's Apollo Li-Metal battery is designed for high energy density and fast charging. Market share data is not publicly available. Key competitors include QuantumScape (QS) and Solid Power (SLDP).
  • Hermes Platform: The Hermes platform provides a turnkey solution for automotive OEMs to test and develop solid-state batteries. Market share data is not publicly available. The target client is automotive OEM.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The electric vehicle (EV) battery market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing EV adoption and demand for higher-performance batteries. It has a large range of competitors from Lithium Ion Phosphate to Solid state batteries.

Positioning

SES aims to be a leader in Li-Metal battery technology, offering high energy density and fast charging capabilities. Their competitive advantage lies in their AI-powered battery management system and focus on large-format cells.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The EV battery market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars in the coming years. SES AI Corp. is positioned to capture a share of this market by focusing on high-performance batteries and strategic partnerships with automotive OEMs.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Innovative Li-Metal battery technology
  • AI-powered battery management system
  • Strong IP portfolio
  • Strategic partnerships with automotive OEMs
  • Focus on large-format cells for automotive applications

Weaknesses

  • Limited manufacturing capacity
  • High production costs
  • Dependency on raw material supply chains
  • Relatively new company with limited operational history
  • Negative profitability

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for high-performance EV batteries
  • Expansion into new markets (e.g., energy storage)
  • Partnerships with battery recyclers
  • Government incentives for EV adoption
  • Advancements in battery technology

Threats

  • Competition from established battery manufacturers
  • Fluctuations in raw material prices
  • Technological advancements by competitors
  • Regulatory changes
  • Economic downturns

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • QS
  • SLDP
  • MBLY
  • NVDA

Competitive Landscape

SES aims to compete with QS and SLDP through its Li-Metal battery technology and AI-powered battery management system. They also want to bring autonomous driving and automated parking to the forefront of battery development.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: SES has experienced growth in partnerships and technology development.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary significantly depending on the company's ability to scale up production and secure further partnerships.

Recent Initiatives: SES has focused on scaling up its battery production capacity and establishing partnerships with automotive OEMs.

Summary

SES AI Corp is a high-potential company in the EV battery space, focusing on advanced Li-Metal technology. While facing challenges in scaling production and achieving profitability, its innovative approach and strategic partnerships offer considerable growth opportunities. The company's success hinges on effectively commercializing its technology and navigating the competitive landscape. Investors should closely monitor SES's progress in scaling production and securing further partnerships. SES has heavy dependence on new partnerships.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Analyst reports
  • Industry publications

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data is estimated due to the nascent stage of Li-Metal battery commercialization. Data may be delayed.

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About SES AI Corp

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Woburn, MA, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-03-01
Founder, Chairman & CEO Dr. Qichao Hu
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Auto Parts
Full time employees 250
Full time employees 250

SES AI Corporation develops and produces AI enhanced lithium metal and lithium ion rechargeable battery technologies for electric vehicles, urban air mobility, drones, robotics, battery energy storage systems, and other applications. It manufactures and sells li metal battery cells and battery materials, such as electrolytes for automotive original equipment manufacturers. SES AI Corporation operates in the United States and the Asia Pacific region. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts.