In the fourth quarter, Rivian Automotive experienced a notable increase in production but saw a decrease in deliveries. This trend indicates a focus on scaling up manufacturing capabilities while facing challenges in the distribution process. The company's ability to address these issues will be critical in achieving its long-term growth objectives.
Shares of Rivian Automotive declined about 10% on Tuesday after the company reported increased vehicle production during the fourth quarter but fewer deliveries than the previous period.
Vehicle Production and Deliveries
The electric vehicle company said it delivered 13,972 vehicles from October through December, down 10.2% from the third quarter of 2023 but in line with Wall Street’s expectations. Analysts surveyed by FactSet had expected Rivian to deliver about 14,000 vehicles during the quarter.
Stock Performance
Rivian’s stock closed Tuesday at $21.10 per share, down by 10.1%. The stock increased about 27% last year.
Production Numbers
Rivian produced 17,541 EVs during the fourth quarter, an increase over the 16,304 it produced during the third quarter.
Full-year production
It produced 57,232 vehicles for the full year, all at its factory in Normal, Illinois. That topped the company’s full-year 2023 production guidance of 54,000 vehicles.
Future Announcements
Rivian will announce its fourth-quarter earnings result after markets close on Feb. 21.
Comparison with Tesla
Rivian’s results come on the same day U.S. EV leader Tesla easily topped Wall Street’s expectations for fourth-quarter deliveries.
Tesla on Tuesday said it delivered 484,507 vehicles, compared with expectations of 477,000 vehicles according to a consensus of estimates compiled by StreetAccount as of Dec. 28.
Summary
As Rivian continues to navigate the dynamic landscape of the EV market, investors and industry observers eagerly await the upcoming earnings report to gain further insights into the company's performance and trajectory in the electric vehicle sector.
(This article is sourced from cnbc.com and curated by Thetransporteronline24)
