Why NIO Stock Dropped Thursday

Motley Fool2021-02-26

Positive earnings from a Chinese EV peer hasn't helped stocks in the sector today.

What happened

Many stocks in the electric-vehicle (EV) sector are sinking today, and Chinese EV maker NIO is no exception. With its fourth-quarter and full-year 2020 earnings looming, shares dropped as much as 10% Thursday.

So what

Fellow ChineseEV maker Li Auto reported its fourth-quarter earnings today, but the results shouldn't be scaring investors in the sector. Li Auto reported a surprise profit for its fourth quarter, which could bode well for what NIO has to say when it reports on Monday, March 1.

But investors are knocking back stocks of these high fliers today after extended runs brought high valuations.

Now what

Li Auto reported a surprise positive net income of $16.5 million for its fourth quarter. While NIO competes with LI Auto, the companies offer slightly different products. Li's One SUV was designed to serve a specific niche in China. It includes a small gasoline engine onboard that can be used to recharge its batteries, allowing for longer travel between charging stations.

NIO delivered 7,225 vehicles in January 2021 and 17,353 in its fourth quarter. These represented 352% and 111% year-over-year gains, respectively. NIO recently announced its first luxury sedan, the ET7, which will also have a new longer-range battery option.

Including today's drop, shares have already fallen more than 20% from highs earlier this year. NIO's earnings on Monday could help soothe investor anxiety over the stock's high valuation. But for now, a correction remains under way.

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