On Friday, Rivian (NASDAQ:RIVN) Automotive Inc (NASDAQ:RIVN) shares saw an increase in its price target from $11.00 to $15.00 by Mizuho, while the firm kept a Neutral stance on the electric vehicle manufacturer.
The adjustment followed Rivian's announcement of its second-quarter vehicle deliveries, which totaled approximately 13.8k units. This represented a 9% year-over-year increase and a 1% rise from the previous quarter, surpassing the production figure of roughly 9.6k vehicles. The company's deliveries exceeded the consensus expectations of about 11.5k for the quarter.
Rivian's recent performance was also underscored by its Investor Day highlights, which included a targeted 20% material cost reduction on its R1 model by the fourth quarter of this year, aiming for positive gross margins by the end of 2024.
Additionally, the company's reaffirmation of its 2024 delivery outlook anticipates a "low single-digit percentage" year-over-year increase, which remains below the current full-year consensus of a 6% growth.
The price target revision reflects a more optimistic view of Rivian's financial health, with a stronger balance sheet and reduced liquidity risk, despite ongoing demand headwinds. Mizuho's revised outlook also takes into account the potential challenges in the U.S. electric vehicle market, projecting a softer demand in the second half of 2024 and into 2025.
Rivian's roadmap includes the introduction of its lower-cost R2 model in the first half of 2026. The company's strategic moves, such as the recent up to $5 billion investment from Volkswagen (ETR:VOWG_p), are seen as key factors in supporting its long-term growth and addressing upcoming market challenges. The firm's analysis indicates a guarded but cautiously positive outlook on Rivian's future performance in the electric vehicle sector.
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