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Li Auto (LI.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 40% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Analysis framework by , founder of TradeDesk · Data: EODHD, insider trades from SEC Form 4 filings · Updated
Price history for Li Auto (LI.US) – stock price at $10.89, October 2026
Li Auto stock price – price development 2026. Updated Oct 7, 2026.
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Li Auto Price Target 2026: Analysts See 39% Upside

The average price target for Li Auto is $15.15. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 39.12% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Li Auto overvalued or undervalued?

Li Auto is currently undervalued with a gap of 39.1% relative to the price target.


The current price is $10.89, which places Li Auto in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $13.64, and overvalued when the price exceeds $16.67.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Li Auto, the fair value range lies between $13.64 and $16.67.


See the full price target analysis for Li Auto →

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Analyst Ratings for Li Auto stock in 2026: Buy

25 analysts cover Li Auto. Analysts are mostly neutral — 56% recommend Hold. The average price target is $15.15, which gives an upside of 39.1% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.64/5)
Strong Buy
7 (28%)
Buy
3 (12%)
Hold
14 (56%)
Sell
1 (4%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.64 out of 5 based on 25 analysts
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About Li Auto – Auto Manufacturers

Li Auto designs, builds and sells electric cars in China. The company makes its money mainly by developing and manufacturing its own vehicle models.

One of its best-known products is the Li ONE, a large, six-seat electric SUV with smart features. The car includes technology such as automatic emergency braking and advanced navigation.

Li Auto operates mainly in China. Its customers are car buyers in the Chinese market who are interested in new energy vehicles, meaning cars that run on electricity or a mix of electricity and fuel instead of only traditional petrol or diesel.

The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Beijing. Besides making and selling cars, Li Auto also handles sales and after-sales service, meaning support and repairs after a customer has bought the car.

The company used to be called Leading Ideal Inc. It changed its name to Li Auto Inc. in 2020. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Li Auto

$10.4B Market cap
$105B Revenue
Auto Manufacturers Industry
- P/E
0.10 P/S
1.17 P/B
United States Listed on exchange
lixiang.com Website
Consumer Cyclical Sector

What kind of stock is Li Auto?

Speculative stock

Li Auto is classified as a speculative stock.

Score Overview for Li Auto

💰 Value Score 56/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 22/100 (Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 11/100 (Very Low)
📊 Total Score 29/100

⚠️ 3 red flags identified 1 critical

Our analysis has identified 3 potential risk factors in Li Auto that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ Negative profit margin: The profit margin is -4.4% – the company is losing money on its operations.
⚠️ Negative return on equity: ROE is -6.6% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.
🚨 Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 100% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 0.1 (low — potentially undervalued relative to revenue). The P/B ratio is 1.2. The PEG ratio is 4.32 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

The latest quarterly earnings grew -99.8% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 4 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is 3.02 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 128.4% — moderate debt.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 5.66% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

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Li Auto Short Selling 2026: 5.7% Sold Short

High short interest: 5.7% of the free float
Short % of free float
5.7%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
EODHD
Reported about twice a month

Short interest over time: Li Auto

0.0%3.3%6.5%
5/307/299/28
5.7% today (high)Essentially unchanged over the last 30 daysMeasured over 121 days
What does the trend tell you?
Short interest in Li Auto has been fairly stable at 5.7% over the period. Neither many new short sellers have arrived nor many positions been closed.

What matters is when the curve starts to move. This is how shorting works: whoever shorts has borrowed the share and sold it, and to close the position again they must buy the share back. When short interest falls, shares are being bought back. So it is worth watching the trend, not just today's number.
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 5.7% means that 5.7% of the freely traded shares in Li Auto have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on Nov 25, 2026. With a short interest of 5.7%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Short interest comes from our data provider EODHD. The figure is reported about twice a month; we check it every trading day.
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When Does Li Auto Report Earnings – Next Date: Nov 25, 2026

The next earnings report from Li Auto is scheduled for November 25, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



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Technical Analysis of Li Auto 2026 – Signal: Strong Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated October 7, 2026.

Technical analysis of Li Auto (LI.US) – RSI 37, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart October 2026
Li Auto technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI, MACD and volume profile. Updated Oct 7, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Li Auto Inc

Li Auto Inc is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $10.89 is 5.9% below the 20-day average ($11.57). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 10.7% below the 50-day average ($12.20). Long term, the stock is 28.9% below the 200-day average ($15.33), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (12.20) is below the 200-day average (15.33), which is a classic bearish signal for Li Auto Inc.

Is Li Auto Inc overbought or oversold?

Li Auto Inc has an RSI of 37.2. The stock sits in the lower part of the neutral zone, which points to weak momentum without being oversold. In the current downtrend, be careful about reading this as a buying opportunity.

MACD Analysis for Li Auto Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.354), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (-0.281) by 0.073, which confirms growing negative momentum in the downtrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-1.542), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-1.596) by 0.054, which suggests the negative long-term momentum is fading – a bigger trend reversal could be ahead.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bearish (MACD negative). However, momentum shows signs of improving on a weekly basis – a potential trend reversal could be ahead, but it is not confirmed yet.

Risk Profile for Li Auto Inc

Li Auto Inc has an annual standard deviation of 37.5%, which classifies the stock as medium risk. The price can swing noticeably when the market moves.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Li Auto Inc

Trend: Negative. The price trades below SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.354). Weekly bearish (-1.542).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly rising.

RSI: 37.2 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Sell

The price is in a downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is negative on both a daily and weekly basis. Avoid buying and consider closing existing positions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Li Auto stock in 2026

Should you buy Li Auto stock now?
No, the technical signal for Li Auto is currently Strong Sell. Li Auto trades at $10.89 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.354 with falling momentum (signal: -0.281); RSI is at 37.2 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $15.15 points to 39.1% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Li Auto stock?
The average analyst price target for Li Auto is $15.15. The current price is $10.89, which gives an upside of 39.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $13.64 and $16.67.
Is Li Auto a dividend stock?
No, Li Auto does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Li Auto stock?
Li Auto is rated as a stock in the risk category Moderate. the annual standard deviation is 37.5%, which classifies the stock as Moderate.
Is Li Auto overvalued?
No, Li Auto is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (39.1% upside). Li Auto has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 0.1, a P/B ratio of 1.2. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 39.1%.
Is Li Auto overbought?
No, Li Auto is not overbought. RSI is at 37.2 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 37.2 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 5.9% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Li Auto earnings report?
Li Auto reports its next earnings on November 25, 2026. The stock currently trades at $10.89.
Is Li Auto shorted?
Yes, Li Auto is shorted with 5.7% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Li Auto stock?
There is currently no registered insider trading for Li Auto.
Is Li Auto a good stock?
Based on our total score, Li Auto is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 29 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 56/100, Quality: 22/100, Momentum: 11/100. In addition: analysts see 39.1% upside to the price target; technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether Li Auto is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Li Auto stock?
The outlook for Li Auto based on current data: the average analyst price target is $15.15 (+39.1%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on Nov 25, 2026, which can move the price. Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Li Auto stock falling?
Li Auto is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 5.9% below the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); short interest is 5.7% (high – many are betting on a decline). For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Li Auto go?
The average analyst price target for Li Auto is $15.15, which corresponds to a potential gain of 39.1% from the current price of $10.89. The stock has traded between $10.66 and $25.07 over the last 52 weeks. The price is 56.6% below the 52-week high, which can indicate potential if the underlying fundamentals are intact. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Li Auto fall?
The stock has traded as low as $10.66 over the last 52 weeks — that is 2.1% below the current price of $10.89. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 57.5% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±37.5% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Li Auto do?
Li Auto designs, builds and sells electric cars in China. The company makes its money mainly by developing and manufacturing its own vehicle models. One of its best-known products is the Li ONE, a large, six-seat electric SUV with smart features. The car includes technology s... The company belongs to the Consumer Cyclical sector, more specifically the Auto Manufacturers industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Li Auto as an investment.
Did Li Auto raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Li Auto. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Li Auto making money or losing money?
No, Li Auto is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -4.4%, a small loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Li Auto go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Li Auto is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 3.02 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 4 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 128% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Li Auto have a lot of debt?
Li Auto has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 128%. For the consumer cyclical sector, 100-200% counts as a typical level. Cyclical consumer companies can carry moderate debt in good times — high debt is risky in downturns. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.
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