Li Auto (LI) Earnings Beat Estimates Despite High Costs

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Apr 14, 2025
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Summary Highlights:

  • Li Auto's earnings per share exceeded expectations by 7.2%, with revenue meeting forecasts.
  • Projected annual revenue growth of 16% for the next three years outpaces industry standards.
  • Analysts foresee a potential upside of 41.41% with a positive "Outperform" rating from brokerage firms.

Li Auto (LI, Financial) has reported impressive financial results, with earnings per share surpassing expectations by 7.2% and revenue aligning well with forecasts. Despite sales costs accounting for 79% of total revenue, the company has managed to achieve significant non-operating gains. Looking ahead, Li Auto's revenue growth is projected to average 16% annually over the next three years, outstripping industry projections.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast

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Wall Street analysts have set their sights on Li Auto Inc (LI, Financial), with one-year price targets from 25 analysts averaging $32.85. These projections range from a high of $45.36 to a low of $20.19, suggesting a substantial potential upside of 41.41% from the current stock price of $23.23. Investors interested in more detailed estimates can visit the Li Auto Inc (LI) Forecast page.

Reflecting the positive outlook, 24 brokerage firms currently rate Li Auto Inc's (LI, Financial) stock at an average recommendation level of 2.2, which translates to an "Outperform" status. This rating is based on a scale where 1 represents a Strong Buy, and 5 indicates a Sell.

Moreover, according to GuruFocus, the estimated GF Value for Li Auto Inc (LI, Financial) in one year is predicted to reach $78.38. This valuation signifies a remarkable potential upside of 237.41% from the current market price of $23.23. The GF Value is a proprietary metric that estimates the fair value at which the stock should trade, derived from historical trading multiples, business growth, and future performance expectations. Further insights are available on the Li Auto Inc (LI) Summary page.

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