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Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)

NEUTRAL
Consumer CyclicalAuto ManufacturersUnited States

Fundamental

39

Precio

$16.33

Capitalización Bursátil

$24.03B

Parte 1 · Cuánto vale la empresa

Resumen

Rivian designs and builds electric trucks and SUVs, selling the R1T pickup and R1S SUV directly to consumers without dealers, and electric delivery vans built for Amazon under a dedicated commercial program. Unlike most legacy automakers, it develops its own vehicle software and electrical architecture in-house rather than buying it from suppliers, and now sells that software and engineering expertise to other automakers, most notably through a joint venture with Volkswagen.

Cómo genera ingresos

Automotive revenue comes from selling vehicles at delivery, plus sales of regulatory credits that other automakers buy to comply with emissions rules — a source that has been shrinking as those credit programs are cut back. Software and Services revenue is newer and comes largely from the Volkswagen joint venture paying Rivian for its electrical architecture and software platform, alongside smaller fees for financing, insurance and connectivity services attached to Rivian-owned vehicles. Rivian is still unprofitable and spends heavily on manufacturing capacity ahead of higher-volume models.

Ingresos por segmento

Automotive71.1%

Sales of R1 consumer trucks and SUVs and commercial electric delivery vans, plus regulatory credits sold to other automakers.

Software and Services28.9%

Vehicle software, electrical architecture and engineering services sold to other automakers — chiefly the Volkswagen joint venture — plus financing and connectivity fees.

Ventaja competitiva

Patentes y licencias · Estrecha

Rivian's in-house vehicle software and electrical architecture is valuable enough that Volkswagen pays to license it, a rare case of a young automaker selling engineering to an established one. That is a real technical edge, but it has not yet translated into vehicle-level profitability or the manufacturing scale that protects incumbents, and Tesla and Chinese EV makers have their own comparable in-house software.

Qué impulsa la demanda

Cíclico

Vehicle demand is discretionary and sensitive to interest rates, since most buyers finance a purchase, and to government incentives: automotive revenue already fell in 2025 partly because a federal EV tax credit expired. Commercial van orders depend on a single large customer's own delivery-network investment plans, adding another layer of demand risk outside Rivian's control.

Riesgos clave

  • Heavy revenue concentration in Amazon — Roughly half of automotive revenue depends on one customer's delivery-van order; a change in Amazon's fleet electrification pace or pricing terms would have an outsized effect on results.
  • Continued losses and capital intensity — Rivian still loses money on every vehicle it builds and requires large ongoing capital spending on factories and tooling ahead of higher-volume, lower-cost models like the R2.
  • Dependence on the Volkswagen joint venture — Rivian shares equal board control of the joint venture with Volkswagen and cannot make unilateral decisions about it, and the venture's savings and software revenue are not guaranteed.
  • Exposure to shifting government EV policy — Automotive revenue already fell after a federal tax credit for electric vehicles expired in September 2025, and Rivian's regulatory-credit sales depend on emissions rules that can change.

Concentración de clientes

Los principales clientes representan el 52% de los ingresos

Amazon has accounted for roughly half of Rivian's automotive revenue through its electric delivery van order, and remains a major shareholder; a slowdown in Amazon's expansion plans would hit Rivian's results directly.

Los argumentos a favor

Buyers argue that Volkswagen's willingness to pay for Rivian's software and electrical architecture validates a real technical edge over legacy automakers, that Software and Services revenue tripling shows a second, higher-margin business emerging, and that the upcoming lower-cost R2 could finally bring volume and manufacturing efficiency.

Los argumentos en contra

Sellers fear that roughly half of automotive revenue rests on one customer's fleet decisions, that Rivian remains deeply unprofitable and capital-hungry years after its IPO, and that the expiration of EV tax credits and continued price competition from established automakers make the path to volume profitability longer than the R2 timeline assumes.

Written by the editors, published on 18 de agosto de 2026

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Balance y Liquidez

Ingresos

$5.88B

Últimos 12 meses (hasta 30/6/2026)

Beneficio Neto

$-3.23B

Últimos 12 meses (hasta 30/6/2026)

Flujo de Caja Libre

$-2.49B

Patrimonio Neto Total

$4.59B

Pasivo Total

$10.27B

Ratio de Liquidez

2.10

Cobertura de Intereses

13.28

Deuda/EBITDA

-

Beneficio Por Acción

Ingresos y Beneficio Neto

Flujo de Caja Libre

Desglose de Ingresos

Estado histórico

Márgenes en el tiempo

La deuda en el tiempo

Cuánto pesa la deuda

Cuadro de crecimiento

Crecimiento — Ingresos

Estimación de Valor Justo

CyclicalValoración Justa

Valor Justo

$19.23

Precio Actual

$16.33

Margen de Seguridad

+15.1%

Rango de Valor Justo

$18.27 - $20.19

Métodos de Estimación

Analyst price target:$19.23
Discounted cash flow (DCF):Not applicable to this type of company
Earnings multiple (P/E):Not enough data to compute it
Graham growth formula:Not applicable to this type of company
Earnings power value (EPV):Not enough data to compute it
Justified P/B:Not applicable to this type of company
Dividend discount (Gordon):Not applicable to this type of company
P/FFO, funds from operations:Not applicable to this type of company
Mid-cycle earnings:Not enough data to compute it
Revenue multiple:Not applicable to this type of company
Consenso de Analistas:Comprar (20B / 9H / 5S)
Última Sorpresa de Resultados:+28.46%

Métricas de Valoración

Ratio P/E

-

ROE

-79.4%

Ratio P/B

4.34

P/FCF

-

Margen Bruto

7.5%

ROIC

-24.2%

Radar de Rentabilidad

Value Creation (Economic Moat)

ROIC

-24.2%

WACC

11.7%

ROIC − WACC

-35.9 pp

ROIC is below the cost of capital — the company is destroying value for every dollar invested.

Criterios de Análisis Fundamental

Superado (8)

  • EPS shows upward trend
  • Debt/Equity ratio
  • Current Ratio
  • Interest Coverage
  • Low reliance on intangibles
  • Analyst Consensus 59% Buy
  • Earnings Surprise avg 17.8%
  • Net Margin Trend -55.0% vs -68.1%

Fallido (11)

  • Price CAGR -30.37%
  • ROIC -24.2%
  • Gross Margin 7.5%
  • P/B Ratio 4.34
  • Operating Margin -60.1%
  • Positive Free Cash Flow
  • Return on Tangible Assets
  • DCF valuation (Unknown)
  • ROE -67.6%
  • Share Dilution 17.3%
  • Piotroski F-Score 4/9

No disponible (8)

  • P/FCF NaN
  • Dividend Payout NaN%
  • CapEx intensity
  • Debt/EBITDA
  • Price below Graham Number
  • Revenue Growth 5Y (Finnhub)
  • PEG Ratio (need PE > 0 and growth > 0)
  • Earnings Quality (OCF/Net Income)

Piotroski F-Score

4/9

Señales mixtas: algunas áreas requieren atención

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criteria

Calidad de los Beneficios

-

Baja calidad: investigue la contabilidad

Dilución de Acciones

17.3%

Emitiendo nuevas acciones, diluyendo la participación

Gobernanza

Equipo Directivo

NombreCargoEdad
Dr. Robert Joseph Scaringe Ph.D.Founder, CEO & Chairman of the Board41
Ms. Claire Rauh McDonoughChief Financial Officer43
Mr. Michael J. CallahanChief Administrative Officer & Secretary56
Mr. Javier VarelaChief Operations Officer61
Ms. Sreela VenkataratnamChief Accounting Officer-
Ms. Marina HoffmannChief Communications Officer-
Mr. Robert Scott GriffinChief People Officer60
Mr. Jeff HammoudChief Design Officer-
Mr. Jimmy KnaufExecutive Vice President of Facilities-
Ms. Anisa Kamadoli CostaChief Sustainability Officer-

Riesgo de Auditoría

6

Riesgo del Consejo

9

Riesgo de Compensación

10

Riesgo de Derechos del Accionista

10

Parte 2 · El precio y el momento de entrar

Esta parte no sirve para saber si la empresa vale: sirve para elegir cuándo comprarla, una vez que los fundamentales te han convencido. Dentro: análisis técnico, potencial, caídas históricas, exposición gamma.

Latest News

Recent headlines for RIVN, sourced from Markets Gazette.

  • 7/7/2026NEGATIVE
    Rivian’s stock sale triggers worst rout for the shares in nearly two years

    Rivian's stock plummeted 13% following news of a significant stock sale, intensifying investor concerns over the electric vehicle maker's cash reserves. This sharp decline, the worst in nearly two years, highlights the market's sensitivity to the company's financial stability. The sell-off suggests that the equity offering, intended to bolster liquidity, has instead raised fears of dilution and further financial strain, potentially impacting Rivian's ability to fund its ambitious production and development plans.

  • 7/6/2026NEGATIVE
    Rivian Stock Falls on EV Maker’s Plan to Offer 75 Million Shares

    Rivian Automotive Inc. experienced a significant stock price decline following the announcement of its plan to offer 75 million shares. This move is intended to raise capital for equity contributions associated with a U.S. Department of Energy loan. The share offering will dilute existing shareholders' stakes, a factor that typically weighs on stock prices. Investors will be closely monitoring how Rivian utilizes the newly acquired funds to advance its production and operational goals, as the success of this capital raise is crucial for its long-term strategy.

  • 6/14/2026POSITIVE
    Rivian CEO Says Tesla FSD-Like Driving Is Coming This Year — And Eyes-Off Driving Next Year

    Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has outlined an ambitious roadmap for the company's autonomous driving technology. Scaringe stated that Rivian aims to introduce a Level 3 autonomous driving system, similar to Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities, by the end of 2022. This would allow drivers to take their eyes off the road under specific conditions. Looking further ahead, the company is targeting true driverless operation, a Level 4 system, for release in 2023. This news suggests significant technological advancements that could enhance Rivian's competitive positioning and appeal to tech-savvy consumers.

  • 6/12/2026POSITIVE
    Is Rivian Stock A Buy Now? Inside The R2 SUV Delivery Milestone And 2026 Guidance

    Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) experienced a significant surge in its stock price on Friday, driven by positive investor sentiment surrounding the upcoming R2 SUV and its potential market impact. The company's narrative around the R2 launch and its expansion into a broader addressable market appears to be resonating strongly with the investment community. This optimism, coupled with the company's 2026 guidance, suggests a potentially strong growth trajectory, making the stock an attractive prospect for investors focused on the electric vehicle sector's future.

  • 6/9/2026NEUTRAL
    What's Going On With Rivian Stock Today?

    Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) experienced a stock decline despite announcing a significant milestone: the first public customer deliveries of its all-new R2 mid-size SUV. This event marks a crucial step in the company's product rollout and market penetration strategy. While the delivery of a new model is typically viewed positively, the market's reaction suggests investors are weighing this development against other prevailing concerns or expectations for the company's financial performance and competitive landscape.

  • 6/8/2026POSITIVE
    Rivian's Momentum Score Surges As EV Maker Says AI Could Make CarPlay, Android Auto Obsolete

    Rivian Automotive's stock experienced a surge in momentum following the company's announcement of an advanced AI vision that could potentially render existing in-car infotainment systems like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto obsolete. This forward-thinking strategy positions Rivian at the forefront of automotive technology integration, suggesting a future where its proprietary AI could become a standard, thereby enhancing user experience and potentially creating new revenue streams. Investors are reacting positively to this innovative direction, viewing it as a significant differentiator in the competitive electric vehicle market.

  • 5/22/2026POSITIVE
    Rivian Stock Ticks Up On Improving EV Sentiment And R2 Customization Launch

    Rivian Automotive Inc. shares saw an uptick on Friday, buoyed by a broader improvement in investor sentiment towards high-beta electric vehicle (EV) stocks. The positive momentum is further amplified by growing excitement surrounding the launch of the R2 customization options, which is bolstering the company's rollout narrative. This combination of improved market appetite for riskier assets and specific product-related optimism suggests a potential shift in investor perception for Rivian, potentially leading to increased demand for its shares.

  • 5/6/2026POSITIVE
    RJ Scaringe Says Rivian Wants To 'Structurally Ingest' The Technology As EV Maker Moves To Make Lidar Sensors In The US

    Rivian Automotive Inc. is moving to manufacture its own lidar sensors domestically, leveraging Chinese technology and aiming for cost efficiency through strategic partnerships. This vertical integration strategy, detailed by CEO RJ Scaringe, signifies a proactive approach to controlling key components and potentially reducing reliance on external suppliers. By bringing lidar production in-house, Rivian seeks to "structurally ingest" the technology, which could lead to improved performance, faster innovation cycles, and significant cost savings in its electric vehicle production. Investors may view this move as a positive step towards enhancing operational control and long-term profitability.

via Markets Gazette