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Nio (NYSE: NIO) stock has had a tough year, having dropped nearly 35% on the year-to-date chart (YTD) as of October 20. Nonetheless, analysts remain optimistic.

The shares closed at $3.39 in the latest trading session, down 1.17% from the previous close and underperforming the broader market, as the S&P 500 gained 0.41%.

Continued pressure picked up the pace most drastically over the past month, with shares declining 6.28% and leaving investors puzzled ahead of the upcoming earnings report scheduled for late November.

That said, though, Wall Street still forecasts 70% upside for the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, judging by their average 12-month Nio stock price target of $5.84, per TipRanks calculations.

Nio stock 12-month forecast. Source: TipRanks NIO earnings forecast looks positive, analysts say The latest analyst call on Nio came from Bernstein on October 12, when the company recommended holding the stock despite the recent performance. Prior to that, on September 15, Morgan Stanley actually raised its Nio share price target from $7.4 to $8.8 while maintaining an Overweight rating.

Looking ahead, analysts expect NIO to report earnings per share of -$0.03 for the upcoming quarter, representing an improvement of 85.71% compared with the same period last year. Revenue is also forecast to reach $4.97 billion, an increase of 62.42% year over year, according to the latest consensus estimates.

For the full fiscal year, estimates point to a loss of $0.13 per share and revenue of $19.1 billion, which represents projected improvements of 86.73% in earnings per share (EPS) and 54.89% in revenue compared with the previous year.

Nio stock is still under pressure While none of the projections suggest that the carmaker is on the way toward new records or even toward its previous highs, the upcoming financial results could nonetheless be an important catalyst for the stock.

For now, the Wall Street consensus remains “Moderate Buy,” and even the lowest of the Nio share price forceasts, which went as low as $4 over the previous three months, stand above the current price levels.

Still, despite expectations for strong year-over-year (YOY) revenue growth, NIO shares remain under pressure, having declined more than 6% over the past month. Investors will thus be watching vehicle delivery figures carefully, weighing demand trends and competitive pricing in the Chinese electric vehicle market and management’s outlook for the coming quarters.

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NIO Inc. (NIO - Free Report) closed at $3.47 in the latest trading session, marking a -3.21% move from the prior day. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily loss of 0.06%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.38%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 0.44%.

The company's shares have seen a decrease of 2.98% over the last month, not keeping up with the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector's gain of 0.28% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.36%.

The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of NIO Inc. in its forthcoming earnings report. In that report, analysts expect NIO Inc. to post earnings of -$0.03 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 85.71%. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $4.97 billion, up 62.42% from the prior-year quarter.

NIO's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of -$0.13 per share and revenue of $19.1 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +86.73% and +54.89%, respectively.

It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for NIO Inc. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.

Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system.

The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 19.79% higher. Right now, NIO Inc. possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

The Automotive - Foreign industry is part of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 90, putting it in the top 37% of all 250+ industries.

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NIO Inc. (NIO - Free Report) has been one of the most searched-for stocks on Zacks.com lately. So, you might want to look at some of the facts that could shape the stock's performance in the near term.

Over the past month, shares of this company have returned -4.8%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.3% change. During this period, the Zacks Automotive - Foreign industry, which NIO falls in, has lost 3.8%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?

While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company's business prospects usually make its stock 'trending' and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.

Revisions to Earnings EstimatesHere at Zacks, we prioritize appraising the change in the projection of a company's future earnings over anything else. That's because we believe the present value of its future stream of earnings is what determines the fair value for its stock.

We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors' interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

NIO is expected to post a loss of $0.03 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +85.7%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed +40%.

For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of -$0.13 points to a change of +86.7% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed +19.8%.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $0.05 indicates a change of +134.6% from what NIO is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed +64.7%.

Having a strong externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool, the Zacks Rank, offers a more conclusive picture of a stock's price direction in the near term, since it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. Due to the size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, NIO is rated Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:

12 Month EPS

Revenue Growth ForecastWhile earnings growth is arguably the most superior indicator of a company's financial health, nothing happens as such if a business isn't able to grow its revenues. After all, it's nearly impossible for a company to increase its earnings for an extended period without increasing its revenues. So, it's important to know a company's potential revenue growth.

In the case of NIO, the consensus sales estimate of $4.97 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +62.4%. The $19.1 billion and $22.6 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +54.9% and +18.3%, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryNIO reported revenues of $4.74 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +78.5%. EPS of -$0.04 for the same period compares with -$0.32 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.78 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of -0.92%. The EPS surprise was +42.86%.

The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates two times over this period.

ValuationWithout considering a stock's valuation, no investment decision can be efficient. In predicting a stock's future price performance, it's crucial to determine whether its current price correctly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects.

Comparing the current value of a company's valuation multiples, such as its price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), to its own historical values helps ascertain whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, whereas comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of how reasonable its stock price is.

The Zacks Value Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which pays close attention to both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics to grade stocks from A to F (an A is better than a B; a B is better than a C; and so on), is pretty helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.

NIO is graded B on this front, indicating that it is trading at a discount to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.

ConclusionThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about NIO. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.

In the latest trading session, NIO Inc. (NIO - Free Report) closed at $3.42, marking a +1.48% move from the previous day. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.66%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.18%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.05%.

Shares of the company have depreciated by 11.32% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector's loss of 3.2%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.55%.

Market participants will be closely following the financial results of NIO Inc. in its upcoming release. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be -$0.03, reflecting a 85.71% increase from the same quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $4.97 billion, indicating a 62.42% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.

For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of -$0.13 per share and a revenue of $19.1 billion, signifying shifts of +86.73% and +54.89%, respectively, from the last year.

Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for NIO Inc. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.

Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system.

Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 19.79% higher. Right now, NIO Inc. possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

The Automotive - Foreign industry is part of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 167, positioning it in the bottom 33% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank evaluates the power of our distinct industry groups by determining the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks forming the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Ensure to harness Zacks.com to stay updated with all these stock-shifting metrics, among others, in the next trading sessions.

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The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) industry, famous for being crowded and competitive, may be moving toward consolidation. Portions of NIO Inc. NYSE: NIO and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. will combine, the latest in a series of announcements from major Chinese EV makers indicating plans to merge. The deal draws attention to NIO's funding pressure but may not be enough to fundamentally alter the company's cash-burn concerns.

The terms of the deal include NIO's sale of a 30% stake in NIO Power, its battery-swapping unit, to Geely. In exchange, NIO will receive Geely's swap business in addition to 640 million yuan in cash (approx. $95 million). The deal values the unit at roughly ¥16 billion ($2.4 billion). On the surface, it appears that NIO found a partner willing to share the cost of its expensive battery-swapping network. However, a closer look at the terms of the deal and Geely's contribution may shift the focus to NIO's valuation and cash burn.

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Higher Utilization of the Battery-Swapping Network May Be the Biggest ImpactThe cash payment that Geely is set to make as part of the deal is a small portion of the overall transaction—most of the company's contribution is in the form of operating assets. The ¥16-billion valuation is a reflection of what the combined NIO Power business may be worth at the completion of the transaction—Geely's contribution is only a fraction of that.

What this means for NIO investors concerned about the company's cash position and liquidity is that there is little by way of immediate financial relief. Despite a 69% year-over-year (YOY) revenue improvement last quarter, the company had to contend with surging costs for memory chips, battery materials, and other components, which have limited its gross margin and profitability, even as it continues to burn through cash.

The result is that the deal may be most impactful for NIO's battery swapping operation, which could see improved economics and utilization as a result of Geely's plans to build swappable consumer models. It also gives an important benchmark for the size of NIO Power relative to the company as a whole—with a value of about $2.4 billion, the power network may represent between a quarter and a third of the firm's total market capitalization, depending upon share price.

Risks Include Profitability Concerns, Damage to Geely's Stake, and MoreNIO Stock Forecast Today12-Month Stock Price Forecast:
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Current Price$3.41High Forecast$6.90Average Forecast$5.87Low Forecast$4.00NIO Stock Forecast Details

Just because NIO Power could be valued at $2.4 billion after the deal closes does not mean that this portion of the company—which has required years of investment to build and maintain and has yet to demonstrate the impressive profitability necessary to offset those costs—will suddenly transform NIO's financials. The question becomes whether integrating Geely's operations can bring utilization up sufficiently to change that calculation.

Besides this uncertainty, the deal comes with plenty of other risks as well. First, the agreement provides for a scenario in which Geely's ownership stake is reduced if NIO Power fails to achieve specified milestones—a potential sign that Geely sought protections against underperformance as part of the deal.

NIO will also acquire a 10% stake in Geely's charging business per the terms of the agreement, enhancing the strategic partnership between the companies. However, this also means that the exchange of infrastructure assets is complex and comprehensive, and potentially more likely to lead to integration hurdles.

Timing and regulation are other crucial factors. The deal must meet regulatory approval before closing, and it's unclear exactly how long this may take or when an agreement may be finalized. Beyond that, there will likely be a lag of some kind between the completion of the deal and any material changes to NIO's operations.

What Investors Can Watch ForThere are ways that investors can track the progress of the deal, including via monthly deliveries, news updates about closing, and any announcements concerning Geely's first swappable model. Monthly deliveries remain one of the primary metrics of NIO's core business demand, and this figure surged by 49% YOY last quarter to nearly 108,000.

Regardless, the Geely partnership seems unlikely to fundamentally transform NIO's financials via the prie tag itself. If it will make a difference for the company when it comes to profitability metrics, it will likely come from the potential for increased utilization thanks to shared infrastructure. Whether and how quickly additional vehicles begin to use the network may be one of the key determining factors of the deal's success for NIO investors, but financial impact may take some time to reveal itself.

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Key Takeaways NIO delivered 109,178 vehicles in Q3 2026, up 25.4% year over year and within its guidance range.NIO's vehicle margin climbed to 18.5% in Q2, helped by higher-margin products and lower costs.NIO faces slowing monthly delivery growth, rising input costs, high debt and weaker earnings estimates. China’s electric vehicle (EV) company NIO Inc. (NIO - Free Report) delivered 109,178 vehicles in the third quarter of 2026, up 25.4% year over year and within its own guided range of 108,000-111,000 units. Third-quarter deliveries consisted of 62,500 units from the NIO brand, 27728 units from the ONVO brand and 18,950 from Firefly. Cumulative deliveries as of Sept. 30, 2026 totaled 1,297,893 units.

Meanwhile, growth at close peers XPeng (XPEV - Free Report) and Li Auto (LI - Free Report) was less impressive. XPeng’s third-quarter deliveries came in at 118,390 units, marking a 2% increase from year-ago quarter deliveries. In contrast, Li Auto reported 99,964 deliveries in the September quarter, up 7.2% from the corresponding quarter of 2025.

While NIO’s delivery growth stands out, let’s look beyond the headline numbers to assess whether the stock is truly a buy at current levels.

NIO's Product Lineup Driving GrowthNIO's growth is being buoyed by its newer and upgraded vehicle models, with two flagship SUVs leading the way.

The ES8 reached 150,000 cumulative deliveries on Sept. 20, exactly one year after its launch. During the year, it topped sales among large SUVs and among all vehicles priced above RMB 400,000. The ES9 began deliveries on May 28 and crossed 30,000 units on Sept. 23, 2026. It has also been the best-selling battery electric vehicle priced above RMB 500,000 for three months in a row. These models are strengthening NIO's standing in the premium electric SUV segment.

NIO also reaches a broader range of customers at different price levels through its three brands— NIO, ONVO and Firefly.

NIO’s Profitability ImprovingNIO's profitability has strengthened as it sells more vehicles and a larger share of them are higher-end models. Its vehicle margin rose to 18.5% in the second quarter of 2026, up from 10.3% in the same quarter last year. This gain came from selling more high-margin products and from lower costs.

Management plans to hold the vehicle margin close to the second-quarter 2026 level through the third and fourth quarters, even though material costs are expected to rise further. The company also expects both operating cash flow and free cash flow to be positive in each of these two quarters.

NIO's Battery Swapping Network ExpandsNIO and Geely Automobile (GELHY - Free Report) have agreed to combine their charging and battery-swapping networks, with each company taking a stake in the other. As part of the deal, Geely will launch more electric models that work with shared swapping standards, with NIO providing support.

NIO Power has set a target of running 10,000 battery-swapping stations worldwide by 2030. At that scale, its yearly electricity use is expected to go beyond 10 billion kWh.

The company is already building on a solid base. When it passed 100 million total swaps in February, it had 3,790 swapping stations, and it plans to open another 1,000 this year. Earlier in 2026, it also set a one-day record of 175,976 battery swaps.

NIO's Road Isn't All SmoothBeneath the strong headline deliveries, investors should note that delivery growth slowed sharply as the third quarter progressed. Year-over-year growth was 71% in July, then fell to 14.5% in August and 7.7% in September.

Additionally, rising input costs could squeeze margins. Management aims to keep the vehicle margin near the second-quarter level, but achieving that will depend on how well the company manages sourcing and its product mix.

NIO's debt also remains high, with long-term debt-to-capitalization at about 82%.

Earnings estimates are moving in the wrong direction as well. Over the past 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for NIO's 2026 loss per share has widened by 3 cents to 13 cents. The 2027 estimate still points to a return to profit, but the consensus EPS figure has dropped from 9 cents to 5 cents over the same period.

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NIO’s Price Performance & ValuationYear to date, shares of NIO have fallen roughly 33%, wider than the industry’s decline of 18%. However, shares of Li Auto and XPeng have also underperformed the industry, sliding 33% and 53%, respectively, during the same time frame.

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From a valuation perspective, NIO currently trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 0.39, below the industry’s 0.57.

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Our TakeNIO's third-quarter deliveries, new product momentum, improving margins and expanding swapping network make a strong case. But slowing monthly year-over-year growth over the third quarter, elevated debt, rising costs and falling earnings estimates keep the risks real.

The third-quarter earnings report will be the key test. It should show whether margins held near the second-quarter level. Management's commentary on fourth-quarter deliveries will indicate whether the slowdown seen in August and September is temporary or a sign of weaker demand ahead.

Until then, the risk-reward looks balanced at best. Existing shareholders can stay put, but new investors would be better off waiting for the results and clearer fourth-quarter guidance.

NIO carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here

SHANGHAI, China, Oct. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NIO Inc. (NYSE: NIO; HKEX: 9866; SGX: NIO) (“NIO” or the “Company”), a pioneer and a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market, today announced its September and third quarter 2026 delivery results.

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Key Takeaways NIO and Geely will integrate their charging and battery-swapping networks through cross-shareholdings.Geely will add electric models compatible with shared swapping standards, supported by NIO.NIO Power targets 10,000 global battery-swapping stations by 2030, up from 3,790 in February. NIO Inc. (NIO - Free Report) and Geely Automobile Holdings Limited (GELHY - Free Report) announced a strategic partnership on Sept. 28, 2026, to integrate their charging and battery-swapping networks.

Under the agreement, the two automakers will establish cross-shareholdings to strengthen cooperation across their energy businesses. Geely Holding Group will acquire a 30% interest in NIO Power through a combination of 100% equity in its battery-swapping subsidiary, Yiyi Power, and a cash investment of 640 million yuan. Yiyi Power’s commercial-vehicle battery-swapping operations will subsequently be integrated into NIO Power.

Meanwhile, NIO will purchase a 10% stake in Geely’s charging subsidiary, Haohan Power. The transaction will enable the companies to fully connect their respective charging resources.

Per Economy Observer, the partnership aims to expand battery swapping beyond individual-brand ecosystems and promote greater industry-wide standardization. The collaboration will focus on developing battery-swapping technologies and standards for passenger EVs. Geely plans to introduce new electric models compatible with the shared swapping standards, while NIO Power will provide the supporting battery-swapping infrastructure. NIO Energy aims to operate 10,000 battery-swapping stations globally by 2030, with annual electricity consumption expected to exceed 10 billion kWh.

NIO had 3,790 battery-swapping stations when it surpassed 100 million cumulative swaps in February and plans to add another 1,000 stations this year. The company also recorded a single-day record of 175,976 battery swaps earlier in 2026. Its swapping network supports NIO’s Battery-as-a-Service model, which allows customers to purchase vehicles at lower upfront prices, including the ES9 flagship SUV, which launched at around $54,000.

NIO’s Zacks Rank & Key PicksNIO currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

Some better-ranked stocks in the auto space are Garrett Motion Inc. (GTX - Free Report) and Mobileye Global Inc. (MBLY - Free Report) , each sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for GTX’s 2026 sales and earnings implies year-over-year growth of 7.2% and 25.7%, respectively. The EPS estimate for 2026 and 2027 has improved 10 cents each over the past 60 days.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MBLY’s 2026 sales and earnings implies year-over-year growth of 5.6% and 36.1%, respectively. The EPS estimate for 2026 and 2027 has improved  3 cents each over the past 60 days.

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NIO Inc. (NIO - Free Report) has been one of the most searched-for stocks on Zacks.com lately. So, you might want to look at some of the facts that could shape the stock's performance in the near term.

Over the past month, shares of this company have returned -18.1%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1% change. During this period, the Zacks Automotive - Foreign industry, which NIO falls in, has lost 2.5%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?

Although media reports or rumors about a significant change in a company's business prospects usually cause its stock to trend and lead to an immediate price change, there are always certain fundamental factors that ultimately drive the buy-and-hold decision.

Earnings Estimate RevisionsHere at Zacks, we prioritize appraising the change in the projection of a company's future earnings over anything else. That's because we believe the present value of its future stream of earnings is what determines the fair value for its stock.

We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors' interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

NIO is expected to post a loss of $0.03 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +85.7%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed +50%.

For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of -$0.13 points to a change of +86.7% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed -24.2%.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $0.05 indicates a change of +134.6% from what NIO is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -49.1%.

With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for NIO.

The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:

12 Month EPS

Revenue Growth ForecastWhile earnings growth is arguably the most superior indicator of a company's financial health, nothing happens as such if a business isn't able to grow its revenues. After all, it's nearly impossible for a company to increase its earnings for an extended period without increasing its revenues. So, it's important to know a company's potential revenue growth.

In the case of NIO, the consensus sales estimate of $4.97 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +62.4%. The $19.1 billion and $22.6 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +54.9% and +18.3%, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryNIO reported revenues of $4.74 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +78.5%. EPS of -$0.04 for the same period compares with -$0.32 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.78 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of -0.92%. The EPS surprise was +42.86%.

The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates two times over this period.

ValuationNo investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock's valuation. Whether a stock's current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.

Comparing the current value of a company's valuation multiples, such as its price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), to its own historical values helps ascertain whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, whereas comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of how reasonable its stock price is.

As part of the Zacks Style Scores system, the Zacks Value Style Score (which evaluates both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics) organizes stocks into five groups ranging from A to F (A is better than B; B is better than C; and so on), making it helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.

NIO is graded B on this front, indicating that it is trading at a discount to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.

ConclusionThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about NIO. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.

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SHANGHAI, Sept. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NIO Inc. (NYSE: NIO; HKEX: 9866; SGX: NIO) (“NIO” or the “Company”), a pioneer and a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market, today announced the entry into definitive agreements with certain subsidiaries of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., Ltd. (“Geely Holding Group”) in connection with a strategic transaction in battery swapping and charging businesses.

Pursuant to the definitive agreements, subject to regulatory clearances and other customary closing conditions, a subsidiary of Geely Holding Group will use (i) its holding of 100% of the equity interest of Yiyi Internet Technology (Chongqing) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Geely Holding Group that provides battery swapping services for the commercial mobility market, plus (ii) RMB640 million in cash as consideration to subscribe for newly issued equity interest of NIO Energy Investment (Hubei) Co., Ltd. (“NIO Power”), a subsidiary of NIO that operates battery swapping and charging businesses. Upon completion of the transaction, the Geely Holding Group subsidiary will hold 30.0% of NIO Power’s total equity interest, NIO Holding Co., Ltd. (“NIO China”), a subsidiary of NIO, will continue to hold a controlling equity interest of 63.6%, and an existing investor, Wuhan Guangchuang Emerging Technology Phase I Venture Capital Fund Partnership (Limited Partnership), will hold the remaining 6.4%. The transaction values NIO Power at a post-money valuation of approximately RMB16 billion.

The equity interest held by the subsidiary of Geely Holding Group is subject to post-closing adjustments tied to certain operational milestones, pursuant to which the equity interest may be reduced to no less than 20% in the event of underperformance. The subsidiary was also granted an option, exercisable within the earlier of two years following closing of this transaction and the date when NIO Power enters into binding agreements for a new round of financing, to make a further cash investment of RMB640 million into NIO Power which, without considering any post-closing adjustment, would result in its equity interest in NIO Power being 34.0% and NIO China’s controlling equity interest being 60.0%.

Concurrently with the NIO Power transaction, subject to regulatory clearances and other customary closing conditions, NIO China has agreed to subscribe for newly issued equity interest of Zhejiang Haohan Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (“Haohan Energy”), a subsidiary of Geely Holding Group that operates a battery charging business, with cash consideration which will be used to purchase certain charging assets from NIO. Upon completion of the transaction, NIO China will hold 10.0% of Haohan Energy’s total equity interest.

In addition, NIO and Geely Holding Group have made preliminary plans for the adoption of battery swapping technology and provision of related services for both consumer-facing vehicle models and commercial mobility businesses from Geely Holding Group’s related entities. The finalization and implementation of these plans are subject to further discussions between the relevant parties.

The transactions and initiatives outlined above reflect industry recognition of NIO’s battery swapping technologies, network and operational capabilities. Through strategic collaboration with industry players, NIO expects to further promote the adoption of battery swapping, continuously enhance user experience, accelerate the growth of electric vehicle penetration and further unlock the long-term value of battery swapping.

About NIO Inc.

NIO Inc. is a pioneer and a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market. Founded in November 2014, NIO aspires to shape a sustainable and brighter future with the mission of “Blue Sky Coming”. NIO envisions itself as a user enterprise where innovative technology meets experience excellence. NIO designs, develops, manufactures and sells smart electric vehicles, driving innovations in next-generation core technologies. NIO distinguishes itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations, exceptional products and services, and a community for shared growth. NIO provides premium smart electric vehicles under the NIO brand, premium smart electric vehicles for families through the ONVO brand, and high-end smart electric compact cars with the FIREFLY brand.

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NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO) shares are trading marginally lower Thursday morning. Macro interest rate pressures and rising component cost forecasts have weighed on the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer in recent sessions, despite steady delivery growth and expanded international tech partnerships.

Shares of NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO – Get Free Report) rose 1.2% during mid-day trading on Friday . The company traded as high as $3.72 and last traded at $3.6650. Approximately 26,935,612 shares changed hands during trading, a decline of 29% from the average daily volume of 37,682,449 shares. The stock had previously closed at $3.62.

Key Headlines Impacting NIO Here are the key news stories impacting NIO this week:

Positive Sentiment: NIO’s SUV lineup reportedly helped the company overtake Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi across eight Chinese regions. Its average transaction price also remained above several comparable models, suggesting relatively strong brand positioning and pricing power. NIO Stock Jumps Overnight: SUV Boom Helps Overtake Mercedes, BMW And Audi Across 8 Chinese Regions Positive Sentiment: One analysis points to potentially rising electric-vehicle demand as higher oil prices improve the relative appeal of EVs. This could support NIO’s sales outlook if elevated fuel costs persist. Down 91%, Is Nio Stock an Undervalued Stock to Buy on the Dip? Neutral Sentiment: Analyst coverage remains cautious: Zacks Research and the broader analyst consensus maintain a “Hold” view. Recent estimate changes were mixed, including improved 2026 EPS expectations, but the company is still expected to report a full-year loss. NIO Inc. Receives Consensus Recommendation of Hold from Analysts Negative Sentiment: Zacks Research reduced several longer-term forecasts, including FY2027 EPS from a profit of $0.05 to a loss of $0.03 and FY2028 EPS from $0.26 to $0.17. The revisions reinforce concerns about the pace of NIO’s path to sustained profitability. Zacks Research NIO earnings estimates Negative Sentiment: Reports that CEO William Li ruled out a share buyback have increased retail-investor fears about cash preservation and potential future dilution. With NIO still loss-making and carrying substantial leverage, the issue adds pressure to the stock. NIO Stock Tracks Worst Month This Year As CEO Reportedly Nixes Buyback Analyst Ratings Changes Several equities analysts have recently weighed in on NIO shares. JPMorgan Chase & Co. downgraded NIO from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating and cut their target price for the company from $7.00 to $4.50 in a research report on Wednesday, September 2nd. Weiss Ratings restated a “sell (e+)” rating on shares of NIO in a research report on Wednesday, July 29th. Freedom Broker lowered shares of NIO from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Wednesday, September 2nd. Zacks Research cut shares of NIO from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Wednesday, September 2nd. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $6.10 price objective on shares of NIO in a research report on Friday, September 4th. Six research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eight have assigned a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $5.98.

Check Out Our Latest Analysis on NIO NIO Stock Performance The business has a 50-day moving average price of $4.40 and a 200-day moving average price of $5.21. The company has a quick ratio of 0.89, a current ratio of 1.02 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.11. The firm has a market capitalization of $9.10 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of -13.57 and a beta of 0.92.

NIO (NYSE:NIO – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Saturday, August 15th. The company reported $0.00 EPS for the quarter. The company had revenue of $4.73 billion during the quarter. NIO had a negative return on equity of 111.37% and a negative net margin of 3.95%. As a group, sell-side analysts forecast that NIO Inc. will post -0.13 earnings per share for the current year.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On NIO Several institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Wellington Altus USA Inc. acquired a new position in shares of NIO during the 2nd quarter valued at about $35,000. Engineers Gate Manager LP increased its position in NIO by 2.4% during the second quarter. Engineers Gate Manager LP now owns 152,990 shares of the company’s stock worth $774,000 after purchasing an additional 3,537 shares during the last quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC raised its stake in NIO by 2,045.0% during the second quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 11,261 shares of the company’s stock worth $57,000 after purchasing an additional 10,736 shares during the period. Nykredit A S purchased a new position in NIO during the second quarter worth about $964,000. Finally, Corient Private Wealth LP boosted its holdings in NIO by 11.0% in the 2nd quarter. Corient Private Wealth LP now owns 46,441 shares of the company’s stock valued at $235,000 after purchasing an additional 4,593 shares during the last quarter. 48.55% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

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NIO Inc is a Chinese smart electric vehicle company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai. The company designs, develops and sells battery-powered passenger vehicles, with a focus on combining electric mobility with digital connectivity, autonomous-driving capabilities and premium user services.

NIO’s vehicle lineup has included electric SUVs, sedans and station wagons marketed under the NIO brand. Its services include battery charging and swapping, mobile charging, battery upgrades, vehicle financing and maintenance support.

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Over the past month, shares of this company have returned -21.8%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -2.9% change. During this period, the Zacks Automotive - Foreign industry, which NIO falls in, has lost 1.1%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?

While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company's business prospects usually make its stock 'trending' and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.

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We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors' interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

For the current quarter, NIO is expected to post a loss of $0.03 per share, indicating a change of +85.7% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed +50% over the last 30 days.

For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of -$0.15 points to a change of +84.7% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed -43.6%.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $0.02 indicates a change of +108.9% from what NIO is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -83.6%.

With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for NIO.

The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:

12 Month EPS

Projected Revenue GrowthEven though a company's earnings growth is arguably the best indicator of its financial health, nothing much happens if it cannot raise its revenues. It's almost impossible for a company to grow its earnings without growing its revenue for long periods. Therefore, knowing a company's potential revenue growth is crucial.

In the case of NIO, the consensus sales estimate of $4.97 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +62.4%. The $19.1 billion and $22.6 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +54.9% and +18.3%, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryNIO reported revenues of $4.74 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +78.5%. EPS of -$0.04 for the same period compares with -$0.32 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.78 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of -0.92%. The EPS surprise was +42.86%.

The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates two times over this period.

ValuationNo investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock's valuation. Whether a stock's current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.

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Montreal, Quebec--(Newsfile Corp. - September 16, 2026) - Nio Strategic Metals Inc. (TSXV: NIO) (OTCQB: NIOCF) ("Nio" or the "Corporation"), a critical mineral exploration company, is pleased to announce the results and geo-structural interpretation of the high-resolution heliborne magnetic and radiometric survey flown over its 100%-owned Oka property. The interpretation was recently completed by Jean David, Senior Geophysicist, and Ali Ben Ayad, Senior Geologist, as the first phase of a geoscientific compilation and synthesis of the historical geological and geophysical data on the Oka carbonatite complex, undertaken with the specific objective of targeting rare earth element ("REE") mineralization.

Since 1952, exploration at Oka has been directed almost exclusively at niobium, even though the niobium-bearing zones are frequently accompanied by rare earth minerals, as shown by the first analyses carried out in 1958 (Nickel, GSC), by various academic studies and, more recently, by the Impact Global Solutions' ("IGS") metallurgical study (see the Corporation's press release of August 4, 2026). The new interpretation work integrates the 2023 survey data with seventy years of historical drilling, trenching, mapping and academic research. This geoscientific compilation has brought to light the three-dimensional architecture of the intrusion and the geo-structural settings most likely to host significant REE concentrations.

The 2023 survey, flown by Prospectair, covered the entire property, including the North and South Rings of the carbonatite and their Grenvillian host rocks: 921 line-kilometres on 25-metre line spacing, with a magnetometer at a mean height of 33 metres and a gamma-ray spectrometer (potassium, uranium, thorium) at 52 metres (Figure 1).

Figure 1. Area covered by the 2023 magnetic and spectrometric surveys.

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The Oka magnetics show a highly variable total magnetic intensity (TMI, Figure 2) (range of 12,370 nT), with strong magnetic anomalies forming triangular and/or crescent-shaped bodies characteristic of dyke-type intrusives. The Grenvillian host rocks, to the north and east, show lower magnetic background values and reduced variability, typical of areas dominated by metasedimentary rocks (paragneiss) or felsic to intermediate intrusive rocks (orthogneiss). Figure 2 shows the position of the various mineralized zones within and at the edge of the carbonatite complex on the magnetic maps, together with its approximate interpreted contact.

Figure 2. (a) Residual total field (TMI) and approximate limits of the carbonatite. (b) Magnetic tilt derivative (TDR) and approximate limits of the carbonatite.

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The structural interpretation of the magnetic lineaments reveals several structures: ductile structures within the Grenvillian rocks, shear zones (C1, C2, C3) and regional brittle structures. These lineaments, highlighted by the various processing steps (filters), allow a structural scheme of the North Ring of the carbonatite and its Grenvillian host to be proposed (Figure 3). This scheme shows the existence of three major shear zones:

A shear corridor in the extreme northwest (C1), NE-trending and visibly sinistral, which truncates the carbonatite and hosts the Advance showing.A shear zone bounding the northeastern flank of the carbonatite at the contact with the Grenvillian rocks (C2).A sinistral strike-slip shear separating the North Ring from the South Ring of the intrusion (C3). It is probably this fault that produced the "distortion of the number 8" cited by all authors who have worked on this carbonatite (see Figure 4).

Figure 3. (a) Residual total field (TMI) and interpreted structures. (b) Magnetic tilt derivative (TDR) and interpreted structures.

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Figure 4. Synthetic geological map of the Oka carbonatite showing the location of niobium showings and mines (from Proulx, 2003, after Gold), illustrating the "distortion of the number 8" formed by the two rings.

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Husereau Hill, according to the geophysics and field data, corresponds to one of the largest dykes, located at the northern end of the carbonatite. Figure 5 clearly shows the lateral closure of this multiply-filled dyke (fish shape). In the central part of the carbonatite (Figure 6), the large arcuate, crescent-shaped magnetic structure of the Bond Zone also corresponds to a major dyke perfectly traced by the magnetic susceptibility contrast.

Figure 5. Surface geology of the Husereau Hill dyke (Gold and Vallée, S-101).

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Figure 6. Identification of crescent-shaped, arcuate structures in the Oka carbonatite (on the magnetic tilt derivative, TDR).

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Within the North Ring, five major magmatic structures have been defined, organized broadly along the NW-SE elongation axis of the carbonatite. These dykes are strongly magnetic owing to the presence of altered ultra-alkaline rocks (okaite and ijolite-urtite) and of their biotite- and magnetite-bearing carbonatite host. From north to south, they are the Husereau, Manny North, Manny, Bond and Central Structure (S60-Wayfair Zone) dykes. The magnetic inversion sections clearly individualize the different dykes observed at surface, establish their overall dip and suggest a possible connection between all of these dykes at depth (800 metres and beyond).

Within these dykes, several secondary magnetic axes are frequently observed, probably reflecting multiple injections, separated by weakly magnetic intercalations of carbonate rocks, essentially dolomitic to the north and calcitic towards the centre of the carbonatite. These carbonates are generally strongly altered (carbonatization, biotitization) and carry magnetite, apatite and traces of pyrochlore and perovskite. It is in these carbonates that rare earth elements have been reported by various authors (Nickel, GSC, 1958; Eby, N., 1974), as REE carbonates (ancylite, bastnäsite) and phosphates (monazite), always cryptocrystalline and/or intergrown, and probably also as inclusions in other minerals (strontianite and barite), with grades in selected samples ranging from 1.5 to 4% total rare earth oxides.

Beyond the carbonatite host of the REE, the work of Nelson Eby (1974) helped identify the ultra-alkaline silicate rock facies showing the greatest relative REE enrichment, namely, in decreasing order, the okaites, the ijolites and finally the metasomatic contact facies between the carbonatite and its host rocks, which are often digested by the calcitic carbonatite (ultrafenites). Among the minerals sampled and analyzed in these silicate facies, the highest REE and yttrium concentrations occur in apatite, niocalite, perovskite and pyrochlore.

In the calcitic carbonatite (sövite) at the core of the North Ring of the Oka intrusion (S60, Bond and Wayfair niobium deposits), at least four generations of pyrochlore have been identified (Proulx, A., 2003), and at least two of these niobium-rich pyrochlore generations also carry a radioactive signature (Th and U) and are REE-rich. Among the REE, cerium is present at high concentration levels (between 2.1 and 15.8% CeO). It is associated with pyrochlore (ceriopyrochlore) and the other niobium minerals (niocalite, perovskite), as well as with apatite and monazite, the latter being relatively abundant in this central part.

In summary, three types of REE mineralization have been distinguished: REE associated with niobium minerals (pyrochlore, perovskite and niocalite), REE associated with phosphates (apatite, monazite and britholite) and REE associated with carbonates (ancylite and bastnäsite).

There is a strong correlation between these REE minerals and the presence of thorium anomalies and, to a lesser extent, uranium anomalies. The same correlation exists with the niobium minerals and has been used since the earliest exploration work (magnetic-radiometric prospecting); however, Nb₂O₅ grades at these locations proved generally low (<0.45%), yet it is at these locations that the REE minerals were discovered with the grades described above.

Given the radioactive character of the REE minerals recognized in the Oka carbonatite, any concentration of these minerals is therefore expected to carry a signature that is primarily magnetic and radiometric, expressed as a Th anomaly and, to a lesser extent, a U anomaly.

Overall, the integration of the high-resolution magnetic and radiometric data with the historical geological data on the Oka complex has contributed to the geometric and structural understanding of the intrusion. It provides not only a fairly detailed image of the magmatic structures but also strategic tools for identifying zones favourable to REE concentration.

On the basis of the integrated interpretation, the technical team recommends a nine-hole reconnaissance diamond drilling program totaling approximately 4,460 metres in the North Ring (Figure 7), with the primary objective of intersecting significant REE concentrations and, secondarily, niobium.

Figure 7. Location of the proposed drill holes on the magnetic tilt derivative (TDR) map.

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Bruno Dumais, President and Chief Operating Officer, commented, "For seventy years, Oka was drilled for niobium without anyone being able to see the whole system at once. This survey gives us that picture. The dykes that carry the niobium are the same structures the historical work tells us carry the rare earths, and we can now follow them at depth. This survey, together with the IGS metallurgical study and ongoing test work, will help better understand the REE potential of the property and develop safer processes regarding local environment."

The Corporation's next steps include working with the local stakeholders towards obtaining an authorization for impact-causing exploration work (ATI) (autorisation pour travaux d'exploration à impacts) within the framework and guidelines established by the Quebec Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests (Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts). As such, the Corporation has mandated GHD Environnement to provide guidance and assure transparency of communication throughout this process.

The technical information in this news release has been reviewed and approved on behalf of the Corporation by Pierre-Jean Lafleur, P.Eng., a geological consultant and a qualified person within the meaning of National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.

About Nio Strategic Metals

Nio Strategic Metals is an exploration and development company, with a focus on becoming a ferroniobium producer. The Corporation holds niobium and critical metals properties located in Oka and near Mont-Laurier in the Province of Québec. Nio is committed to developing those deposits in an environmentally responsible manner — supplying strategic materials the world needs while driving innovation, creating high-quality jobs and strengthening the local economy.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of any of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful, including any of the securities in the United States of America.

Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (together, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Statements, other than statements of historical facts, may be forward-looking statements. Generally, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of terminology such as "plans", "expects", "estimates", "intends", "anticipates", "believes" or variations of such words, or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might", "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved", the negative of these terms and similar terminology although not all forward-looking statements contain these terms and phrases. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, without limitation, statements regarding the interpretation of geophysical data and the geological model of the Oka carbonatite, the potential for REE and niobium mineralization, the recommended drilling program and its objectives, and the Corporation's planned next steps. Geophysical anomalies are not necessarily indicative of mineralization, and there can be no assurance that drilling will confirm the interpreted structures or intersect mineralization. Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance, prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the risk factors set out in Nio Strategic Metals' annual and/or quarterly management discussion and analysis and in other of its public disclosure documents filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, as well as all assumptions regarding the foregoing. Although Nio Strategic Metals believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on these statements, which only apply as of the date of this news release, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frame or at all. Except where required by applicable law, Nio Strategic Metals disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Shares of NIO Inc – ADR (NYSE:NIO) are edging higher Friday morning, attempting a bounce stabilization after a steep decline that has wiped out over 20% of the company’s market value over the past month.

NIO shares are trending higher. What’s driving NIO shares up? Macro Rate Pressure and Stronger Dollar Weigh on Recent PerformanceThe broader sell-off across Chinese EV makers has been compounded by macroeconomic headwinds. August’s hotter-than-expected U.S. payrolls report increased expectations that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates at its next meeting.

A stronger U.S. dollar, higher global borrowing costs, and surging crude oil benchmarks continue to reduce investor appetite for high-growth, speculative, and international equities, capping upside for the sector despite brief bounces.

Q2 Earnings Highlight Delivery Acceleration and Margin ExpansionDespite the sharp monthly stock pullback, NIO’s underlying fundamentals have shown operational progress, backed by second-quarter 2026 financial results released on September 1.

Total revenues reached RMB 32.14 billion ($4.74 billion), up 69.1% year-over-year, driven by 107,658 quarterly vehicle deliveries across its flagship NIO brand alongside its newer ONVO and FIREFLY lineups.

Vehicle gross margin expanded significantly to 18.5% from 10.3% in second-quarter 2025, helping narrow net losses by 89.4% year-over-year to RMB 0.5 billion and marking the company’s third consecutive quarter of adjusted net profitability.

August Delivery Milestone Underpins Q3 Production TargetsProviding additional fundamental support, NIO also announced on September 1 that it delivered 35,836 vehicles in August 2026, representing a 14.5% year-over-year increase and pushing cumulative lifetime deliveries to 1.26 million.

Supported by RMB 56.7 billion ($7.8 billion) in cash reserves as of June 30, management reaffirmed third-quarter delivery guidance of 108,000 to 111,000 units as it continues scaling production across its multi-brand platform.

NIO Stock Edges Higher FridayNIO Price Action: Nio shares were up 3.07% at $3.69 during premarket trading on Friday. The stock is trading near its 52-week low of $3.57, according to Benzinga Pro data.

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Nio (NIO -0.26%) forecast slower growth than investors anticipated for its upcoming quarter.

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Investors have been closely watching Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio (NIO -2.20%) for signs of progress toward profitability. Record-breaking EV deliveries late last year had it on the right path.

But its latest quarterly report showed it took a small step back in Q2. That led to a stock sell-off this week, with shares down about 14% as of late Friday morning, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence.

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Nio reported revenue increased 69% year over year in the second quarter. It was also a 26% boost sequentially over the first quarter. But the loss from operations actually increased slightly compared to the first quarter. While both were still massive improvements compared to the year-ago periods, investors want to see the move to actual income from operations.

That could still be coming soon. As shown in the chart below, Nio continues to grow EV deliveries, with 14.5% year-over-year growth in August.

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That bodes well for Q3 as long as cost increases don't outpace sales growth. Component costs as well as fierce competition in China and Europe have been headwinds for the company and other EV makers.

This week's dip in the stock could be a good entry point if the company achieves profitability over the next year.

Howard Smith has positions in Nio. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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NIO stock was down again, amid Wall Street downgrades and price target cuts.

NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO) just made one of the more unexpected comparisons of earnings season—and it came straight from CEO William Li.

Discussing the company’s Firefly brand during the Q2 earnings call, Li said NIO plans to stick with a single-model strategy, refreshing it through special editions and technology upgrades rather than constantly expanding the lineup.

“For Firefly, it’s a bit like taking the iPhone approach, where it will stay the same product but with new additions,” Li said.

A Different Product StrategyThe comparison stands out because China’s EV market has largely been defined by rapid model launches and relentless competition. Instead of chasing a broader portfolio, NIO appears to be betting that continuous refinement of a single product can strengthen brand identity and keep customers engaged over time—an approach long associated with Apple Inc‘s flagship iPhone.

Whether that strategy resonates remains to be seen, but it signals that at least one Chinese EV maker is thinking less about launching more models and more about building a recognizable consumer brand.

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NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO) CEO William Li, during the second-quarter 2026 earnings call on Tuesday, said that the company plans to maintain a single-model strategy for its Firefly EV brand in 2027 while rolling out special editions and technology upgrades.

An iPhone-like ApproachLi, during the earnings call with investors, was asked about product cycle refreshes for the upcoming year. The CEO said that the NIO brand will introduce new models in the 5 and 6 series vehicles, while ONVO will introduce a “major strategic new product.”

Speaking about Firefly, Li took a different approach. “For the FIREFLY brand, we will keep this single model strategy, but keep rolling out special editions and also technology upgrades,” he said. Li likened the approach to the Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPhone, “where it will stay in this same product, but with new additions.”

Battery SwappingLi also talked about Nio’s battery swapping stations, which can accommodate all three brands. He said that the cost of each fifth-generation station was approximately RMB 1.4 million (roughly $208,000). “We signed up with several OEMs regarding this power swap alliance, and we still have ongoing communications and also collaborations on some projects,” he said.

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Li pointed towards the popularity of Robotaxis. “We see power swap station and power swap service,” he said, as a “good infrastructure support for the robotaxi business.” Nio was exploring partnerships in the sector, he outlined. As for the revenue structure from the battery swapping stations, Li said that there will be an “admission fee,” but said talks were ongoing.

Nio EarningsThe comments come as NIO reported revenue of RMB 32.14 billion (approximately $4.74 billion). The figure represents a 69.1% YoY growth for the automaker, while also being nearly 26% up from the previous quarter. However, the company missed analysts’ revenue estimates of $4.78 billion.

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NIO’s year-to-date deliveries for the first eight months of the year came in at 262,893 vehicles. For Q2 2026, NIO delivered 107,658 units, which was up nearly 50%.

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