On Thursday, TD Cowen showed confidence in Ree Automotive Holding Inc. (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:REE), increasing the price target on the company's shares to $11.00 from the previous $7.00, while maintaining a Buy rating. The stock, currently trading at $9.85, has shown remarkable momentum with a 143% gain over the past six months.
According to InvestingPro data, analyst targets range from $11 to $18, suggesting potential upside from current levels. The adjustment follows Ree Automotive's announcement of positive developments, including a halt to capital raising efforts and a significant growth in vehicle reservations, which now total $137 million. These reservations indicate a strong market demand for the company's products.
The company has begun production of the P7 truck, with the support of Motherson's supply chain, and is targeting the first deliveries for the first half of 2025. Additionally, Ree Automotive aims to reach a bill-of-materials breakeven point in the second half of 2025.
The firm's liquidity has seen a considerable improvement, with approximately $89 million on hand and an additional funding of up to $65 million secured to support the ramp-up of production.
InvestingPro analysis shows a healthy current ratio of 3.21, indicating strong short-term financial stability. The company maintains a FAIR overall financial health score, based on comprehensive metrics available to Pro subscribers.
The analyst highlighted several positive aspects of Ree Automotive's current situation. The company's increased liquidity to $88.8 million and secured funding are seen as significant steps towards scaling up production. The growth in vehicle reservations extending beyond 2025 and the commencement of production alongside Motherson's assistance are also viewed favorably.
Furthermore, the reaffirmation of the bill-of-materials breakeven target for the second half of 2025 and the company's ability to meet cost and cash targets, even as some of its peers face financial difficulties, underscore Ree Automotive's robust position in the market.
However, the company is advised to remain vigilant regarding customer readiness related to charging infrastructure, which has been a challenge in the industry and has delayed some of Ree Automotive's peers.
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Management has acknowledged the issue and is prioritizing deliveries based on customer readiness to tackle the long road to establishing a reliable charging network for fleets. Additionally, there is some concern about a potential slowdown in industry adoption due to possible changes in subsidies with the upcoming Trump administration.
In other recent news, Ree Automotive's Q3 2024 earnings call revealed a mixed financial performance, with a notable increase in liquidity and strategic advancements in production and technology, despite a widening net loss. The company reported a 47% increase in liquidity to $88.8 million and a surge in reservation value by 230% to $137 million.
However, the net loss widened to $38.5 million from $10.8 million in the previous quarter. Ree Automotive has also started the production of P7 trucks, targeting North American deliveries for H1 2025. Furthermore, the company has partnered with Motherson to enhance supply chain management.
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