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LI

Li Auto Inc.

Consumer DiscretionaryAutomobile Manufacturers$12.0B

Aug27Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Li Auto Inc. is a Chinese automobile manufacturer focused on electric vehicles (EVs)....

Key Metrics to Watch

Vehicle Deliveries

This metric indicates the company's sales performance and market demand for its electric vehicles.

Expected to show growth compared to previous quarters.

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's financial health and ability to scale operations.

Expected to increase from last quarter.

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LI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Li Auto Inc. is a Chinese automobile manufacturer focused on electric vehicles (EVs). As part of the consumer discretionary sector, it plays a significant role in the growing demand for sustainable transportation solutions.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

+21.88%

Avg Stock Reaction

-4.06%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Li Auto reported an earnings per share (EPS) loss of $-0.30, missing expectations. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 1.52% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on increasing vehicle production capacity.
Commitment to enhancing battery technology.
Plans to expand into new markets.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautious ahead of the earnings report, given the mixed performance in previous quarters. There is uncertainty about whether Li Auto can meet or exceed expectations this time.

Bull Case

If vehicle deliveries exceed expectations, it could signal strong demand and growth potential, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

A continued trend of losses or lower-than-expected deliveries may raise concerns about the company's viability in a competitive EV market.

Key Metrics to Watch

Vehicle Deliveries

Expected to show growth compared to previous quarters.

This metric indicates the company's sales performance and market demand for its electric vehicles.

Revenue

Expected to increase from last quarter.

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's financial health and ability to scale operations.

Gross Margin

Expected to remain stable or improve.

Gross margin reflects the company's efficiency in producing and selling its vehicles, impacting profitability.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What are the total vehicle deliveries for Q2 2026?

This number will be critical in assessing demand and growth, influencing investor confidence.

What is the expected gross margin for the upcoming quarters?

Gross margin will provide insight into the company's profitability and operational efficiency.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Li Auto to capture market share with new models and improved technology.

Supporting Evidence

Recent trends in EV adoption suggest a growing market that could benefit Li Auto significantly.

The company's focus on expanding production capacity may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

Key Risk

If vehicle deliveries come in below 20,000 units, it could undermine the bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around the company's ability to scale production and maintain profitability amidst increasing competition.

Bull Confirmed If

Vehicle deliveries exceeding 25,000 units would confirm strong demand and growth potential.

Bear Confirmed If

Deliveries below 20,000 units would raise concerns about market competitiveness and demand.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±20.78%

Historical Avg

±5.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential movement in the stock, reflecting uncertainty about the upcoming earnings.

Options are pricing ±20.8% while LI has averaged ±5.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

46.1%

Calls (323K)P/C Ratio: 0.54Puts (652K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Li Auto beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2.25%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential drop of around 0.60%, indicating market disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on vehicle delivery numbers for Q2 2026.
2Management's commentary on production capacity and future plans.
3Insights into gross margin expectations for upcoming quarters.
4Any new developments regarding battery technology improvements.
5Expansion plans into new markets and their expected impact.

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Company Snapshot

Li Auto Inc. is a Chinese automobile manufacturer focused on electric vehicles (EVs)....

Key Metrics to Watch

Vehicle Deliveries

This metric indicates the company's sales performance and market demand for its electric vehicles.

Expected to show growth compared to previous quarters.

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's financial health and ability to scale operations.

Expected to increase from last quarter.

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

LI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

+21.88%

Avg Stock Reaction

-4.06%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Li Auto reported an earnings per share (EPS) loss of $-0.30, missing expectations. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 1.52% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on increasing vehicle production capacity.
Commitment to enhancing battery technology.
Plans to expand into new markets.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautious ahead of the earnings report, given the mixed performance in previous quarters. There is uncertainty about whether Li Auto can meet or exceed expectations this time.

Bull Case

If vehicle deliveries exceed expectations, it could signal strong demand and growth potential, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

A continued trend of losses or lower-than-expected deliveries may raise concerns about the company's viability in a competitive EV market.

Key Metrics to Watch

Vehicle Deliveries

Expected to show growth compared to previous quarters.

This metric indicates the company's sales performance and market demand for its electric vehicles.

Revenue

Expected to increase from last quarter.

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's financial health and ability to scale operations.

Gross Margin

Expected to remain stable or improve.

Gross margin reflects the company's efficiency in producing and selling its vehicles, impacting profitability.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What are the total vehicle deliveries for Q2 2026?

This number will be critical in assessing demand and growth, influencing investor confidence.

What is the expected gross margin for the upcoming quarters?

Gross margin will provide insight into the company's profitability and operational efficiency.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Li Auto to capture market share with new models and improved technology.

Supporting Evidence

Recent trends in EV adoption suggest a growing market that could benefit Li Auto significantly.

The company's focus on expanding production capacity may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

Key Risk

If vehicle deliveries come in below 20,000 units, it could undermine the bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around the company's ability to scale production and maintain profitability amidst increasing competition.

Bull Confirmed If

Vehicle deliveries exceeding 25,000 units would confirm strong demand and growth potential.

Bear Confirmed If

Deliveries below 20,000 units would raise concerns about market competitiveness and demand.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±20.78%

Historical Avg

±5.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential movement in the stock, reflecting uncertainty about the upcoming earnings.

Options are pricing ±20.8% while LI has averaged ±5.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

46.1%

Calls (323K)P/C Ratio: 0.54Puts (652K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Li Auto beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2.25%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential drop of around 0.60%, indicating market disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on vehicle delivery numbers for Q2 2026.
2Management's commentary on production capacity and future plans.
3Insights into gross margin expectations for upcoming quarters.
4Any new developments regarding battery technology improvements.
5Expansion plans into new markets and their expected impact.