The Motley Fool·1d ago
Did I Call the Bottom With Rivian Stock?Sales of its lower-priced model are ahead of expectations.
Rivian's revenue has rebounded to roughly $2.2B in 2026Q3 and gross profit has turned positive, with gross margin recovering to 8.2% from -15.8% in 2025Q2, suggesting unit economics may be improving.
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Revenue rebounded to $2.2B in 2026Q3 with gross margin recovering to 8.2%, yet operating loss of -$881.0M against $176.0M of gross profit indicates overhead still overwhelms the improving unit economics.
Rivian is broadening its offerings with innovative electric trucks, SUVs, and vans, catering to diverse consumer needs.
The company is showing better financial management, which enhances its sustainability and growth potential.
Rivian is positioning itself as a strong competitor to Tesla in the EV market.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q4 2026Latest Oct 29, 2026 | -$0.48+25.4% vs -$0.64 | $2.2B+7.7% vs $2.0B |
Q3 2026 Jul 30, 2026 | -$0.47+29.1% vs -$0.66 | $1.7B+9.2% vs $1.5B |
Q2 2026 Apr 30, 2026 | -$0.55+13.0% vs -$0.63 | $1.4B+0.9% vs $1.4B |
Q1 2026 Feb 12, 2026 | -$0.54+23.8% vs -$0.71 | $1.3B+1.9% vs $1.3B |
Sales of its lower-priced model are ahead of expectations.
Rivian Automotive (RIVN) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.
The recently launched R2 has gathered a couple of awards from Top Gear and MotorTrend. Investors sometimes overlook R2's broader potential amid a planned entry into Europe.
The November 3 midterm elections split the electric vehicle (EV) group, lifting smaller names while weighing on the sector's largest company. Lucid Group (NASDAQ:LCID | LCID Price Prediction) shares recently changed hands at $3.38, up 12%.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $13.61 | $16.52B | -4.43 | 8.39% | -67.68% | -65.36% | — | |
| $3.29 | $1.05B | -0.28 | 67.58% | -263.72% | -254.84% | — | |
| $358.22 | $1.41T | 331.69 | -2.93% | 3.11% | 3.73% | — | |
| $12.44 | $49.61B | -6.04 | 1.23% | -4.17% | -21.33% | 6.04% | |
| $86.16 | $77.93B | 26.35 | -1.29% | 2.1% | 6.13% | 0.78% | |
| $4.43 | $12.84B | -0.51 | -2.15% | -10.05% | -32.51% | 20.11% |
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) reported $6.48B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $5.39B in fiscal year 2025.
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) grew revenue by 8.4% in fiscal year 2025, compared with the prior fiscal year.
No. Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) reported a net loss of $2.97B over the trailing twelve months.
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) had a return on equity (ROE) of -65.4% in fiscal year 2025. A negative ROE means the company lost money over the period.
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN) had negative free cash flow of $3.64B over the trailing twelve months.
