NIO (NYSE:NIO) Stock

Nio is a leading electric vehicle maker, targeting the premium segment. Founded in November 2014, Nio designs, develops, jointly manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. The company differentiates itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations such as battery swapping and autonomous driving technologies. Nio launched its first model, its ES8 seven-seater electric SUV, in December 2017, and began deliveries in June 2018. Its current model portfolio includes midsize to large sedans and SUVs. It sold around 222,000 EVs in 2024, accounting for about 2% of the China passenger new energy vehicle market.

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President Donald Trump signed his <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46240478/trumps-big-beautiful-bill-advances-as-house-gop-squeezes-out-219-213-win" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sweeping tax and spending package</a> into law on Friday after it narrowly passed both houses of Congress last week.
The signing keeps his second-term agenda alive and sets the stage for big shifts in corporate taxes, consumer spending, and tech-sector investments.
Markets took the news in stride. Both the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq 100 climbed to fresh record highs, lifted by solid economic data and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/market-summary/25/07/46262523/trump-fed-policy-markets-records-vietnam-trade-deal-obbba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">promise of policy stability</a>.
For investors, the week delivered a rare mix of bullish momentum and clear direction.
Adding to the surprise, Trump unveiled a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46241070/trumps-vietnam-trade-deal-with-40-tax-on-transshipments-may-result-in-chinese-backlash-say-economists-they-want-inflation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">new trade deal with Vietnam</a>. The agreement imposes steep tariffs—20% on Vietnamese imports and 40% on transshipped goods—but opens up full access for U.S. companies to Vietnam&#8217;s domestic market, a major win for American exporters, especially in consumer tech and electronics.
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Nvidia Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Jensen Huang stock just closed at&nbsp;$159.34&nbsp;on Thursday, less than&nbsp;3%&nbsp;shy of the historic<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46261478/nvidias-4t-countdown-will-next-weeks-chart-print-a-trillion-dollar-breakout" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;$4 trillion&nbsp;market cap milestone.</a>
If it hits&nbsp;$164, it&#8217;ll become the first chipmaker — and only the second U.S. company after&nbsp;Microsoft Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) – to touch that number.
Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is rolling out a new feature with&nbsp;iOS 26&nbsp;that aims to curb spam by automatically filtering and silencing unwanted<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46258668/apples-ios-26-will-silence-spam-texts-automatically-with-new-messages-update-that-filters-unknown-senders-into-hidden-folders" rel="noreferrer noopener"> texts in its&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46258668/apples-ios-26-will-silence-spam-texts-automatically-with-new-messages-update-that-filters-unknown-senders-into-hidden-folders" rel="noreferrer noopener">Messages</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46258668/apples-ios-26-will-silence-spam-texts-automatically-with-new-messages-update-that-filters-unknown-senders-into-hidden-folders" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;app.</a>
As part of the iOS 26 update, Apple is getting an enhanced spam screening tool within its Messages app
Alphabet&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google has been hit with an antitrust complaint by a group of independent publishers<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46263522/googles-ai-overviews-features-sparks-new-antitrust-battle-with-european-publishers-report" rel="noreferrer noopener"> from the European Union.</a>
The complaint is related to Google&#8217;s AI Overviews, a feature that provides AI-generated summaries above traditional hyperlinks in search results.
Alibaba Group Holding Limited&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) announced a strategic partnership with website builder&nbsp;Wix.com Ltd.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WIX#NASDAQ">WIX</a>) to simplify global commerce for entrepreneurs and small businesses <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/07/46226194/whats-going-on-with-alibaba-stock-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">in more than 200 markets.</a>
Alibaba Group announced the pricing of HK$12.023 billion ($1.5 billion) in zero-coupon exchangeable bonds due 2032, marking the Chinese e-commerce giant&#8217;s latest move to fuel its artificial intelligence<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/07/46257814/alibaba-prices-1-5-billion-via-zero-coupon-bonds-to-fund-ai-cloud-push" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> and cloud expansion strategy.</a>
President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;said the U.S. is&nbsp;poised to resume negotiations&nbsp;with China as early as Monday or Tuesday over a potential deal involving<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46263734/trump-says-we-pretty-much-have-a-deal-as-he-reveals-us-will-resume-tiktok-deal-talks-with-china-soon" rel="noreferrer noopener"> TikTok&#8217;s U.S. operations.</a>
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OpenAI CEO&nbsp;Sam Altman&nbsp;said AI can now perform entry-level employee tasks, while Gen Z workers increasingly view artificial intelligence as a workplace companion rather than competition, as tech leaders predict the first billion-dollar <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45809827/sam-altman-says-ai-can-replace-interns-but-gen-z-is-already-treating-it-like-a-work-buddy" rel="noreferrer noopener">single-person company could emerge next year.</a>
Apple&nbsp;has the&nbsp;potential to outshine Meta Platforms&#8217; (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)&nbsp;Ray-Ban&nbsp;smart glasses, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46161059/apple-has-the-potential-to-crush-metas-ray-ban-smart-glasses-says-ming-chi-kuo-but-the-tech-giant-has-been-surprisingly-slow" rel="noreferrer noopener">says analyst&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46161059/apple-has-the-potential-to-crush-metas-ray-ban-smart-glasses-says-ming-chi-kuo-but-the-tech-giant-has-been-surprisingly-slow" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ming-Chi Kuo</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46161059/apple-has-the-potential-to-crush-metas-ray-ban-smart-glasses-says-ming-chi-kuo-but-the-tech-giant-has-been-surprisingly-slow" rel="noreferrer noopener">.</a>
Apple&nbsp;investors are waiting for signs that the company is serious about artificial intelligence, according to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46186723/apple-investors-have-shockingly-low-ai-expectations-says-gene-munster-siri-upgrade-rumors-alone-fueled-a-2-stock-jump" rel="noreferrer noopener">Deepwater Asset Management&#8217;s Gene Munster</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46186723/apple-investors-have-shockingly-low-ai-expectations-says-gene-munster-siri-upgrade-rumors-alone-fueled-a-2-stock-jump" rel="noreferrer noopener">.</a>
A report emerged that the tech giant is exploring using large language models from&nbsp;OpenAI&nbsp;or&nbsp;Anthropic&nbsp;to power a revamped version of&nbsp;Siri&nbsp;by spring 2026.
Automobiles &amp; Airlines
Boeing (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) secured a $2.8 billion contract from the U.S. Space Force to develop and produce strategic <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/07/46258103/boeing-wins-2-8-billion-us-space-force-contract-to-build-nuclear-resilient-satellites-for-strategic-communications" rel="noreferrer noopener">satellite communications systems.</a>
The contract covers Boeing&#8217;s Evolved Strategic Satellite Communications (ESS) program, which will deliver two satellites with options for two additional units.
Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) released its second-quarter<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46221375/tesla-stock-jumps-on-strong-q2-deliveries" rel="noreferrer noopener"> production and delivery results for 2025.</a>
Tesla produced 410,244 vehicles and delivered 384,122 globally. The popular Model 3/Y vehicles accounted for the vast majority of these figures, with 373,728 deliveries for the quarter. The company also noted the deployment of 9.6 GWh of its energy storage products.
Lucid Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LCID#NASDAQ">LCID</a>)&nbsp;said it produced 3,863 vehicles in the second quarter, up from 2,212 vehicles<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46235023/lucid-reports-q2-production-delivery-numbers-shares-stall" rel="noreferrer noopener"> produced in the&nbsp;first quarter.</a>
Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) produced 5,979 vehicles between April and June and delivered 10,661 units<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46224223/rivians-production-dips-for-next-gen-models-volkswagen-infusion-boosts-outlook" rel="noreferrer noopener"> from its Normal, Illinois, plant. </a>Despite a planned reduction in output to prepare for its 2026 lineup, Rivian reaffirmed its full-year delivery guidance of 40,000 to 46,000 vehicles.
NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) shipped 24,925 units in June, reflecting a 17.5% increase over the<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46191725/nios-june-sales-surge-as-trump-casts-doubt-on-ev-future" rel="noreferrer noopener"> same month last year.</a>
Xiaomi (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>) is exploring options to sell its vehicles overseas. CEO&nbsp;Lei Jun&nbsp;shared the company&#8217;s plans during a livestream.
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Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) rival Xiaomi Corp. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACY#OTC">XIACY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XIACF#OTC">XIACF</a>) is exploring options to sell its vehicles overseas.
What Happened: Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun shared the company's plans during a livestream, Reuters reported on Thursday.
Xiaomi is currently focused on domestic deliveries of the SU7 sedan and the YU7 SUV, both of which are all-electric models, according to the CEO.
The report suggests that the Chinese tech giant had earlier shared plans for delivering the first shipments of its vehicles in 2027.
It's unclear whether the company plans to expand into markets within Asia or follow the footsteps of other Chinese companies like BYD Co. Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) and Nio Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) to expand into Europe.
Why It Matters: Xiaomi's YU7 SUV exceeded expectations as the EV received almost <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/06/46132552/telsla-model-y-rival-xiaomi-yu7-suv-receives-nearly-300000-orders-in-1-hour-in-china">300k orders in under an hour</a>. The SUV is pitted against the Tesla Model Y in the Chinese domestic market.
Xiaomi is another automaker currently battling in the fiercely competitive Chinese market, currently embroiled in an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/topics/25/06/45715047/byds-aggressive-pricing-triggers-ev-rat-race-stock-tumbles-authorities-voice-concern">EV price war</a>, which has raised concerns among authorities within the CCP.
On the other hand, Tesla has experienced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46239731/elon-musks-tesla-sales-surge-3-7-in-china-as-other-markets-cool">rebound in sales</a> in the Chinese market as the company delivered over 61,000 vehicles during the month of June, sales data suggests.
Check out more of Benzinga's Future Of Mobility coverage by<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/mobility"> following this link.</a>
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Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) is shifting gears on its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">annual marquee showcase</a>.
The Tesla competitor has officially moved NIO Day 2025 from its traditional year-end schedule to the fall, aiming to align the celebration with a crucial product launch and peak sales momentum, <a target="_blank" href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/07/03/nio-day-2025-to-be-moved-to-fall/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a> CnEV Post.
The company said it consulted with its community before deciding to reschedule the flagship event, citing both market timing and operational efficiency as driving factors.
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The event shift comes at a time when NIO is showing signs of delivery momentum, as reflected in its latest <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46191725/nios-june-sales-surge-as-trump-casts-doubt-on-ev-future" rel="noreferrer noopener">monthly and quarterly shipment data</a>.
Recently, NIO unveiled its delivery figures for June <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/07/g46189280/nio-inc-provides-june-and-second-quarter-2025-delivery-update" rel="noreferrer noopener">and the second quarter of 2025</a>. NIO shipped 24,925 units in June, reflecting a 17.5% increase over the same month last year.
The upcoming debut of NIO&#8217;s third-generation ES8 SUV, a luxury three-row flagship, will coincide with the fourth quarter. This timing improves strategic synergy between product rollouts and event buzz.
The redesigned ES8, which has recently appeared in China&#8217;s regulatory filings, boasts larger dimensions compared to earlier versions, setting expectations high for the brand&#8217;s latest premium offering.
Cnev Post reports that NIO cited favorable autumn weather and broader flexibility in selecting venues as additional reasons behind the date change.
Avoiding the December holiday period also opens the door for greater international participation, particularly for its growing global user base.
To ensure user-driven planning, NIO has kicked off recruitment for a new User Advisory Committee tasked with contributing to NIO Day 2025&#8217;s design and execution.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, NIO stock has lost over 28% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Invesco Golden Dragon China ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGJ#NASDAQ">PGJ</a>).
Price Action: NIO shares are trading higher by 0.29% to $3.49 premarket at last check Thursday.
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Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) released its second-quarter 2025 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/07/b46217973/rivian-releases-q2-2025-production-and-delivery-figures-announces-funding-of-1b-volkswagen-group-i" rel="noreferrer noopener">production and delivery results</a> on Wednesday, reflecting its continued focus on transitioning to next-generation electric vehicle models.
The company produced 5,979 vehicles between April and June and delivered 10,661 units from its Normal, Illinois, plant. Despite a planned reduction in output to prepare for its 2026 lineup, Rivian reaffirmed its full-year delivery guidance of 40,000 to 46,000 vehicles.
It also posted a second consecutive quarter of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45236756/rivian-q1-earnings-double-beat-record-gross-profit-delivery-estimates-lowered-on-tariff-concerns" rel="noreferrer noopener">gross profit</a> in the first quarter of 2025, signaling a possible shift toward sustained profitability.
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A major financial boost came from Volkswagen Group (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VWAGY#OTC">VWAGY</a>), which finalized a $1 billion equity investment in Rivian on June 30. Shares were priced at $19.42 apiece, a 33% premium over Rivian&#8217;s 30-day average trading price of $14.56. The investment is part of a broader <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/41934150/rivian-shares-rise-13-in-pre-market-after-volkswagen-increases-planned-investment-to-58b" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">$5.8 billion</a> strategic partnership to advance EV software and platform development.
Rivian&#8217;s update comes amid a flurry of strong delivery results across the global EV sector:
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<li>NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46191725/nios-june-sales-surge-as-trump-casts-doubt-on-ev-future" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> 72,056 vehicles delivered in Q2 2025, reflecting 25.6% year-over-year growth fueled by its NIO, ONVO, and FIREFLY brands.</li>
<li>XPeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46189960/tesla-rival-xpeng-records-224-surge-in-june-deliveries-crosses-2024-sales-mark-in-6-months" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">posted</a> a 224% year-over-year surge in June deliveries, with 197,189 units delivered in the first half of 2025. Already surpassing its full-year 2024 totals, this highlights a sharp acceleration in market traction.</li>
<li>Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46190208/li-autos-strong-q2-deliveries-mask-junes-steep-decline" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> a 24.1% year-over-year decline in June deliveries, totaling 36,279 vehicles, pointing to mounting pressure amid shifting consumer dynamics and stronger competition.</li>
<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/07/46221375/tesla-stock-jumps-on-strong-q2-deliveries" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> 384,122 global deliveries in Q2 2025, including 373,728 Model 3/Y units, alongside 9.6 GWh in energy storage deployment, signaling steady growth in both automotive and energy segments.</li>
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Meanwhile, Tesla CEO Elon Musk&#8217;s threat to form a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46216023/after-trump-warns-elon-musk-to-close-up-shop-china-rallies-behind-worlds-richest-man-theres-no-need-to-keep-putting-up-with-it" rel="noreferrer noopener">new political party</a> in response to President Donald Trump&#8217;s proposed spending bill sparked viral support on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, where users praised his anti-establishment stance. The unexpected international backing highlights Musk&#8217;s growing political influence beyond the U.S. as <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/07/46187311/trump-says-elon-musk-would-close-up-shop-and-head-back-home-to-south-africa-without-subsidies-no-more-rocket-launches-satellites-or-electric-car" rel="noreferrer noopener">tensions </a>rise over federal spending and EV-related subsidies.
Rivian plans to release its full second-quarter financial results on August 6, 2025, after the market closes.
Related ETFs include Global X Autonomous &amp; Electric Vehicles ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRIV#NASDAQ">DRIV</a>) and iShares Self-Driving EV and Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IDRV#NYSE">IDRV</a>).
Price Action: RIVN shares are trading lower by 3.38% to $13.02 at Wednesday&#8217;s last check.
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NIO's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.3% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 197.49 million shares sold short, which is 12.03% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.06 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>NIO Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751374863_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for NIO has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing NIO's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, NIO's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.60%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Tesla&#8217;s Chinese competitor NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) recorded a modest uptick in premarket trading on Wednesday as the electric vehicle maker unveiled its delivery figures for June<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/07/g46189280/nio-inc-provides-june-and-second-quarter-2025-delivery-update" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> and the second quarter of 2025</a>.
NIO shipped 24,925 units in June, reflecting a 17.5% increase over the same month last year.
The update comes amid renewed political debate over electric vehicles, as former President Donald Trump took aim at Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO Elon Musk in a social media post.
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Trump <a target="_blank" href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114776149269773065" rel="noreferrer noopener">asserted</a>, &#8220;Electric cars are fine, but not everyone should be forced to own one,&#8221; and claimed Musk &#8220;may get more subsidy than any human being in history,&#8220; casting doubt on the long-term viability of EV growth without government support.
Meanwhile, Tesla&#8217;s Chinese peer NIO, headquartered in Shanghai, continues to ramp up its operations and diversify its product lineup to meet evolving consumer demand.
The three-month total through June reached 72,056 vehicles in the second quarter, representing a year-over-year (YoY) growth of 25.6%.
As of the end of the month, NIO&#8217;s total cumulative deliveries stood at 785,714 vehicles.
The June numbers include shipments from three distinct brands under the company&#8217;s umbrella. The flagship NIO line contributed 14,593 vehicles, while 6,400 units were delivered under the more family-centric ONVO label.
Another 3,932 units came from the company&#8217;s premium compact EV brand, FIREFLY. This diverse approach appears to be a strategic bet on catering to varying market segments and household needs.
Bolstering its brand reputation, NIO said it received top rankings in the 2025 J.D. Power studies.
The ET5 and ET5T were named leading models in the mid-size battery electric sedan category, while the EC6 earned the highest score in the premium BEV segment of the NEV-APEAL study.
This marks the seventh consecutive year NIO has topped J.D. Power&#8217;s quality rankings in its category, a testament to consistent product performance and customer approval.
The company&#8217;s latest delivery results come as a positive signal for shareholders and EV market watchers.
Steady year-over-year growth indicates NIO&#8217;s execution strength amid intensifying competition from rivals like XPeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) and Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>).
In a separate release, Xpeng recorded a 224% YoY increase in June deliveries as the Tesla rival delivered 197,189 units in the first half of 2025, exceeding the total units delivered <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46189960/tesla-rival-xpeng-records-224-surge-in-june-deliveries-crosses-2024-sales-mark-in-6-months" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">in the entire year in 2024</a>.
Li also released its latest delivery numbers on Tuesday, reporting 36,279 vehicles delivered in June 2025. This figure represents a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/07/46190208/li-autos-strong-q2-deliveries-mask-junes-steep-decline" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">24.1% year-over-year decrease</a>.
Price Action: NIO shares are trading higher by 0.87% to $3.460 premarket at last check Tuesday.
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The Company delivered 24,925 vehicles in June 2025, representing an increase of 17.5% year-over-year. The deliveries consisted of 14,593 vehicles from the Company's premium smart electric vehicle brand NIO, 6,400 vehicles from the Company's family-oriented smart electric vehicle brand ONVO, and 3,932 vehicles from the Company's small smart high-end electric car brand FIREFLY. The Company delivered 72,056 vehicles in the second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 25.6% year-over-year. Cumulative deliveries reached 785,714 as of June 30, 2025.
NIO's products have been highly recognized in the 2025 J.D. Power studies. The ET5 and ET5T ranked first among mid-size battery electric sedans in the China NEV-IQS study, while the EC6 claimed the top spot in the premium BEV segment in the China NEV-APEAL study. With superior product quality and exceptional user satisfaction, NIO has secured first place in its segment in J.D. Power's quality research for seven consecutive years since 2019.

NIO Delivers 24,925 Vehicles In June, Up 17.5% YoY; Q2 Deliveries Up 25.6% YoY To 72,056 Vehicles

NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) is reportedly preparing to launch operations in Hong Kong in the fourth quarter of this year, adopting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">distributor-led model instead of direct sales</a>.
The move will place NIO in direct <a href="https://www.tesla.com/findus/list/stores/Hong%20Kong">competition </a>with EV heavyweight Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), which already holds a strong foothold<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45510669/tesla-supplier-catl-soars-125-in-46-billion-hong-kong-ipo"> in the Hong Kong market.</a>
The move signals a strategic shift by the electric vehicle maker as it expands into global markets with lower capital intensity, CnEV Post <a target="_blank" href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/06/26/nio-to-enter-hk-q4/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>, citing local media.
The company intends to mirror its Macau approach in Hong Kong by partnering with a local distributor rather than establishing its own retail network, the report adds.
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CnEV Post noted that this asset-light model will also be adopted in new markets such as Azerbaijan and Brazil.
NIO will formally introduce its new Macau distribution partner, Guangdong Hongyue Automobile Sales Group, on July 1.
Hongyue has been granted exclusive rights to manage market operations, service infrastructure, and ecosystem development across NIO&#8217;s three brands—NIO, Onvo, and Firefly—in the region.
The company previously used a direct-sales approach in Europe but began transitioning to distributor partnerships in late 2023.
Hongyue&#8217;s responsibilities in Macau will include brand promotion and user support.
Although NIO has not officially announced its Macau launch, hundreds of its vehicles already operate in the area, facilitated by the city&#8217;s openness to left-hand drive cars, unlike neighboring Hong Kong.
To support its growing footprint, NIO has built two battery swap stations in Macau—one inaugurated in late 2021 and another in October 2023. These installations hint at the company&#8217;s long-term intentions for the region, even prior to formal distribution deals, CnEV Post adds.
Price Action: NIO shares are trading lower by 1.7% to $3.41 at last check Thursday.
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NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) shares are <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">trading higher on Tuesday.</a>
The company&#8217;s sub-brand Firefly, which focuses on compact electric vehicles, announced an early rollout of its battery rental sales model. Originally planned for Aug. 1, the debut of its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) offering comes earlier than expected, likely reflecting efforts to bolster demand and improve sales performance, CnEV Post <a href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/06/24/nio-firefly-launches-baas-plan/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
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Under the new plan, the base model of the Firefly EV will now be offered at RMB79,800 (approximately $11,120), down significantly from the previous price of RMB119,800 with an included battery.
The report adds that this marks a roughly 33% price cut aimed at boosting affordability through battery leasing.
The aggressive pricing update affects multiple trims of the Firefly EV. A higher-tier version has also seen its price slashed from RMB125,800 to RMB85,800, which is a 31.8% drop.
Customers who opt for the BaaS structure will pay a monthly fee of RMB399 for battery usage, separating battery ownership from the vehicle itself.
One of the key benefits Firefly emphasized is the mitigation of depreciation risks tied to battery degradation.
Because consumers do not own the battery, they're shielded from the reduced resale value typically associated with older EVs, CnEV Post adds. Additionally, battery-related maintenance and warranty concerns are covered by the leasing provider, removing another pain point for prospective buyers.
With the early launch of its BaaS model and aggressive price cuts, Firefly aims to strengthen its foothold in the affordable EV segment and respond to mounting sales challenges.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, NIO stock has lost over 20% in the past year.
Price Action: NIO shares are trading higher by 2.7% to $3.52 at last check on Tuesday.
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What's Going On With NIO Stock Today?

NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) is reportedly moving forward with plans to spin off its semiconductor division into a separate company, a step that could enable the EV maker to supply chips to other automotive firms, CnEVPost <a target="_blank" href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/06/19/nio-chip-spin-off-to-pave-way-supplying-other-automakers/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>, citing reports from local media.
The new unit will become an independent entity as part of the company&#8217;s broader strategy to diversify operations and build a standalone business model in the chip sector.
A recent spin-off report indicates the new chip-focused venture will now accept orders from external clients.
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The move reflects NIO&#8217;s ambition to tap into the growing demand for automotive semiconductors and position itself as a competitive supplier.
The newly established company, called Anhui Shengji Technology Co. Ltd., was formally registered on June 17, the report further adds.
Bai Jian, Vice President at NIO, is listed as the legal representative. With a registered capital of RMB 10 million (approximately $1.39 million), the firm will focus on chip design, distribution, and related services, according to filings from the Chinese corporate database Tianyancha.
NIO reportedly intends to maintain control of the new venture while bringing in select strategic investors, per CnEV Post.
The chip division, which currently functions as an internal unit, will now transition to an independent structure with the autonomy to collaborate with outside clients.
The spin-off news arrives as NIO accelerates its <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45981160/nio-shifts-gears-in-europe-adopts-distributor-sales-for-wider-reach" rel="noreferrer noopener">expansion into European markets</a>.
The automaker is adopting a distributor-led approach to enter Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, and Bulgaria while deepening its existing presence in Denmark. These efforts are part of a strategy to scale its global reach and boost brand visibility.
Reflecting a more favorable outlook, Goldman Sachs analyst Tina Hou recently upgraded <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NIO/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">NIO&#8217;s stock from Sell to Neutral</a>.
Meanwhile, the company has emphasized its commitment to supplier relations by speeding up payment cycles, a move it says <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/06/45888676/chinese-automakers-unite-nio-becomes-latest-to-promise-faster-payments" rel="noreferrer noopener">will help ensure consistent product quality and user satisfaction</a>.
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>$492.7K</td>
<td>14.3K</td>
<td>110.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/27/25</td>
<td>$212.50</td>
<td>$95.4K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DKNG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$331.5K</td>
<td>19.4K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$43.0K</td>
<td>15.8K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GME</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$49.4K</td>
<td>5.3K</td>
<td>791</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WRD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$12.50</td>
<td>$27.5K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td>51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$5220.00</td>
<td>$26.6K</td>
<td>31</td>
<td>43</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>URBN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$72.7K</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>28</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 1471 contract(s) at a $320.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 43 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $492.7K, with a price of $335.0 per contract. There were 14390 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 110048 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on June 27, 2025. Parties traded 303 contract(s) at a $212.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $95.4K, with a price of $319.0 per contract. There were 2202 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3688 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DKNG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 57 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 2646 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $331.5K, with a price of $125.0 per contract. There were 19488 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2680 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 1 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $3.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $43.0K, with a price of $43.0 per contract. There were 15874 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1473 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GME (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 57 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 166 contract(s) at a $23.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.4K, with a price of $298.0 per contract. There were 5312 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 791 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WRD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WRD#NASDAQ">WRD</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 120 day(s) on October 17, 2025. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $12.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.5K, with a price of $550.0 per contract. There were 5040 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 51 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BKNG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 19 contract(s) at a $5220.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.6K, with a price of $1400.0 per contract. There were 31 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 43 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For URBN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URBN#NASDAQ">URBN</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 211 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 27 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 27 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $72.7K, with a price of $2696.0 per contract. There were 100 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 28 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Chinese EV manufacturer NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) is reportedly extending its European footprint with a new distributor-based sales strategy, aiming to enter five more markets between 2025 and 2026.
NIO will expand into Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, and Bulgaria while strengthening its presence in Denmark, where it already operates, CnEV Post <a target="_blank" href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/06/17/nio-expands-into-more-european-countries/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
The news coincides with Goldman Sachs analyst Tina Hou upgrading NIO&#8217;s rating from Sell to Neutral, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NIO/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">reflecting a more optimistic outlook</a>.
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NIO plans to introduce five vehicles in the upcoming markets. These include the EL6 (formerly known as ES6), EL8 (previously ES8), the ET5 sedan, the ET5 Touring (ET5T), and the debut model from its new sub-brand, Firefly.
This rollout is designed to serve both mass-market and premium EV segments in Europe, CnEV Post adds.
Moving away from its direct-to-consumer approach, NIO will now rely on regional distribution partners.
In Denmark, it has partnered with the Nic Christiansen Group, a well-known mobility provider in the Nordic region. Vehicle deliveries under this new arrangement are scheduled for 2025.
In Portugal, NIO will work with the JAP Group, a veteran firm in the European automotive sector with more than 120 years of experience.
NIO previously entered the Danish market with its ET7 sedan in late 2022, using a direct sales model.
The transition to distributor-led sales marks a shift toward greater scalability and better localization as NIO adapts its approach to meet diverse European consumer expectations.
Despite broader EV market headwinds and share price volatility, NIO continues to pursue international growth.
Its focus on building strategic partnerships indicates a more adaptive and region-specific strategy to unlock opportunities in Europe&#8217;s competitive EV landscape.
According to&nbsp;Benzinga Pro, NIO stock has lost over 21% in the past year.
Price Action: NIO shares are trading lower by 1.7% to $3.47 at last check Tuesday.
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NIO Shifts Gears In Europe, Adopts Distributor Sales For Wider Reach

Goldman Sachs analyst Tina Hou upgrades NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) from Sell to Neutral.

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Goldman Sachs Upgrades NIO to Neutral

XPeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) shares are trading lower in the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> premarket session on Friday</a>.
This downturn is likely happening in the context of a recently confirmed <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/06/45882971/wall-street-eyes-record-highs-as-trump-seals-china-deal-soft-inflation-eases-tariff-jitters" rel="noreferrer noopener">US-China trade deal</a>, which maintains a 55% tariff on selected Chinese imports into the U.S., while China will apply a 10% tariff on U.S. goods.
The broader market for Chinese EV stocks also saw a dip, with competitors like NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) and Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>) also trading lower.
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In an announcement making a significant push into the European market, XPeng has rolled out redesigned versions of its G6 and G9 electric SUVs in Europe, showcasing significant improvements in design, technology, and performance. 
The announcement was made in Amsterdam on June 12, 2025, as part of the company&#8217;s ongoing expansion strategy.
These next-generation electric vehicles come equipped with advanced hardware and aesthetic improvements, offering European drivers faster charging capabilities, intelligent features, and bold new styling. 
The G6 and G9 now run on XPeng&#8217;s proprietary 800V high-voltage silicon carbide platform, paired with upgraded 5C lithium iron phosphate batteries.
With this launch, XPeng aims to deepen its presence in Europe, offering a strong alternative to legacy automakers and emerging EV brands. 
Customers in the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and France can register interest ahead of mid-July order availability. A display of the new G6 is currently live at Le Mans Village in France.
Alongside its vehicle announcements, XPeng is also taking significant steps to expand its charging infrastructure. The company and BP Pulse marked a key milestone in their January partnership by launching their first jointly developed EV charging station in Guangzhou, featuring 30 stations, 50 charging guns, and a peak capacity of 480 kW, CnEV Post <a target="_blank" href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/06/13/xpeng-bp-pulse-open-first-joint-charging-station/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
Price Action: XPEV shares are trading lower by 3.57% to $18.54 premarket at last check Friday.
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What's Going On With XPeng Stock Today?

U.S.-listed Chinese stocks Alibaba Group Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>),&nbsp;Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU),&nbsp;JD.Com, Inc. (NASDAQ: JD),&nbsp;and&nbsp;PDD Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PDD)&nbsp;are trading lower on Thursday as President&nbsp;Donald Trump confirmed a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/06/45882971/wall-street-eyes-record-highs-as-trump-seals-china-deal-soft-inflation-eases-tariff-jitters" rel="noreferrer noopener">China trade deal</a> after two days of negotiations in London.
It is worth noting that the tariffs are in place despite fresh inflation data coming in softer&nbsp;than expected for May.
The U.S. will continue applying 55% tariffs on selected Chinese imports, while China will impose a 10% tariff rate on U.S. goods.
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/large-cap/25/06/45729089/china-stocks-get-boost-as-ubs-hsbc-cite-stimulus-hopes-tariff-truce-cheap-valuations" rel="noreferrer noopener">China Stocks Get Boost As UBS, HSBC Cite Stimulus Hopes, Tariff Truce, Low Valuations</a>
Chinese EV stocks, including&nbsp;Nio Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>), Li Auto Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>), and XPeng Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>), are also trading lower.
U.S. and Chinese officials met in London on Monday for trade talks, which, according to reports, likely focused on rare earth minerals.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45841817/us-listed-chinese-stocks-gain-as-us-china-trade-talks-spark-optimism" rel="noreferrer noopener">The meeting came</a> after Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed trade issues on the phone&nbsp;last week.
China has reportedly&nbsp;granted temporary approvals&nbsp;for the export of rare earths, while jetliner&nbsp;Boeing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) has&nbsp;begun commercial jet deliveries&nbsp;in China.
Rare earth elements play significant roles, from smartphones to electric vehicles to fighter jets. The U.S. depends on China for ~70% of imports of rare earth elements, signaling U.S. supply chain risks, SCMP&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3313697/ahead-us-china-talks-chinas-rare-earth-trade-data-may-shows-leverage-action" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> on Monday, citing analyst estimates.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PDD Holding Stock Prediction For 2025</h2>
Equity research can be a valuable source of information for learning about a company's fundamentals. Analysts create financial models based on the fundamentals and expected future earnings of a company to arrive at a price target and recommendation for the stock.
Shares of PDD Holdings have an average 1-year price target of $132.7, representing an expected upside of 28.64%.
Because of differences in assumptions, analysts can arrive at very different price targets and recommendations. No analysts have bearish recommendations on PDD Holdings, while 5 analysts have bullish ratings. The street high price target from Citigroup is $165.0, while the street low from JP Morgan is $105.0.
Price Action: BABA shares are trading lower by 2.67%, BIDU by 0.25%, XPEV by 2.55% and NIO by 1.60%, PDD down 1.60% in the premarket session at the last check Thursday.
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US Listed Chinese Tech And EV Stocks Slide As Trump Confirms China Trade Deal

NIO Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) announced on Wednesday its commitment to support supply chain stability by <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">accelerating payments to its suppliers</a>.
The healthy development of the supply chain system is the foundation for ensuring product quality and enhancing user experience, NIO said in a post on the Chinese social media platform Weibo.
&#8220;We will continue to implement payment terms within 60 days, and work with upstream and downstream partners to jointly promote the high-quality development of China&#8217;s automobile industry and create a sustainable and better future,&#8221; the post read.
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The automaker said its priority remains delivering a premium user experience while embracing technological leadership and operational transparency.
The Chinese EV firm, alongside Xpeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) and Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>), announced that it would honor invoice payments within 60 days or less, a step aligned with efforts by regulators to stabilize the country&#8217;s automotive ecosystem, CnEV Post <a target="_blank" href="https://cnevpost.com/2025/06/11/nio-xpeng-li-auto-pledging-pay-suppliers-60-days/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
This move mirrors commitments made earlier by several prominent players in the Chinese auto market.
Companies such as BYD Co. Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>), Geely Auto, Xiaomi EV, Leapmotor, and Chery have already pledged to adopt more transparent and timely payment practices, the report adds.
So far, nearly 15 automakers have publicly joined the initiative.
Mounting concerns over extended payment cycles to suppliers have drawn criticism in recent years, especially amid intensified pricing battles across China&#8217;s EV sector.
Delayed payments have posed risks to smaller component makers, potentially straining supply chain security and sustainability.
Recently, NIO reported first-quarter revenue of $1.37 billion, representing a decrease of 7.2% year-over-year and missing the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45818020/nio-stock-volatile-after-mixed-q1-earnings-cost-cuts-and-global-expansion-in-focus" rel="noreferrer noopener">analyst consensus estimate of $1.48 billion.</a>
The company&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45775689/tesla-rival-nio-says-it-will-cut-rd-spending-by-around-25-to-meet-breakeven-target-amid-europe-expansion-plans" rel="noreferrer noopener">announced</a> a quarterly adjusted loss of 36 cents per share, which was wider than the analyst consensus estimate for a loss of 31 cents per share.
Vehicle deliveries for the quarter totaled 30,053, a decrease of 3.2% year-over-year. The company&#8217;s vehicle margin was 9.2%, while the overall gross margin came in at 4.9%.
Looking ahead, NIO expects to deliver between 54,000 and 56,000 vehicles in the second quarter. The company issued second-quarter revenue guidance of between $2.29 billion and $2.36 billion.
Price Action: NIO shares are trading lower by 0.52% to $3.79 at last check Wednesday.
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Chinese Automakers Unite, NIO Becomes Latest To Promise Faster Payments

Benzinga examined the prospects for <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">many investors' favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories.
U.S. markets closed higher this week, buoyed by a stronger-than-expected May jobs report. The economy added 139,000 jobs, surpassing forecasts and easing recession fears. The S&amp;P 500 rose 1.5%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.2%, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 2.2%. The Russell 2000 outperformed with a 3.2% increase, reflecting optimism in domestic small-cap stocks. The 10-year Treasury yield rose to 4.51%, as investors moved away from bonds amid improving economic sentiment.
Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) experienced significant volatility due to the public feud between CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump. After Musk criticized Trump's spending policies, Tesla's stock plunged 14%, erasing $150 billion in market value. However, the stock rebounded 3.7% on Friday as tensions appeared to ease. Despite the rebound, Tesla remains down 27% for the year. investopedia.com
Trump celebrated the strong jobs data but renewed pressure on the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, citing concerns over borrowing costs. The Fed has maintained current rates, citing inflation concerns tied to trade policies. Meanwhile, upcoming U.S.-China trade talks in London are anticipated, with investors hopeful for progress that could further stabilize markets.
Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week's most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.

The Bulls
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst-color/25/06/45750281/spotify-stock-smashes-records-goldman-sees-200-billion-music-streaming-market-by-2035">"Spotify stock smashes records: Goldman sees $200 billion music streaming market by 2035"</a>, by Piero Cingari, reports that Spotify Technology S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPOT#NYSE">SPOT</a>) shares surged to a record high of $675 after Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) projected the global music market will nearly double to $197 billion by 2035, driven by emerging markets and new monetization strategies like concert ticketing and superfan tiers.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/short-ideas/25/06/45745566/applied-digitals-stunning-48-rally-may-put-shorts-on-the-run">"Applied Digital's stunning 48% rally may put shorts on the run"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that Applied Digital Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APLD#NASDAQ">APLD</a>) shares surged nearly 50% after securing a $7 billion, 15-year lease deal with CoreWeave Inc., potentially triggering a short squeeze amid 30% short interest.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/06/45781511/planet-labs-stock-soars-after-q1-revenue-beats-estimates">"Planet Labs stock soars after Q1 revenue beats estimates"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that Planet Labs PBC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PL#NYSE">PL</a>) shares surged nearly 50% after the company posted Q1 revenue of $66.3 million—beating estimates—and achieved breakeven adjusted earnings alongside its first-ever positive free cash flow, prompting a raised full-year outlook amid strong demand for AI-driven satellite services.
For additional bullish calls of the past week, check out the following:
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/space/25/06/45776611/ast-spacemobile-stock-climbs-after-analyst-flags-potential-investment-from-amazons-jeff-bezos">AST SpaceMobile Stock Climbs After Analyst Flags Potential Investment From Amazon's Jeff Bezos</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/sports/25/06/45812523/manchester-united-stock-jumps-after-q3-profit-turnaround-matchday-growth-and-stadium-plans">Manchester United Stock Jumps After Q3 Profit Turnaround, Matchday Growth, And Stadium Plans</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/health-care/25/06/45776552/why-is-sharps-technology-stock-soaring-on-wednesday">Why Is Sharps Technology Stock Soaring On Wednesday?</a>

The Bears
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/06/45803051/docusign-stock-plummets-after-q1-earnings-report-details">"DocuSign stock plummets after Q1 earnings report: Details"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that DocuSign Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) shares fell nearly 19% after the company beat Q1 earnings and revenue estimates but missed billings expectations and lowered its full-year outlook, attributing the shortfall to disruptions from its transition to an AI-driven agreement platform.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/06/45782126/calvin-klein-parent-pvh-stock-drops-after-q1-report-cut-full-year-outlook">"Calvin Klein parent PVH stock drops after Q1 report, cut full-year outlook"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that PVH Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PVH#NYSE">PVH</a>) shares fell over 17% after the company beat Q1 earnings and revenue estimates but lowered its full-year EPS guidance due to a $65 million tariff impact and macroeconomic headwinds, despite strong performance from Tommy Hilfiger and a viral Calvin Klein campaign featuring Bad Bunny.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/06/45805010/petco-stock-drops-after-q1-revenues-miss-details">"Petco stock drops after Q1 revenues miss: Details"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that Petco Health and Wellness Co. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WOOF#NASDAQ">WOOF</a>) shares fell over 10% after the company reported Q1 revenue of $1.49 billion—missing estimates—and a 1.3% decline in comparable sales, though it met EPS expectations and reaffirmed its fiscal 2025 outlook.
For more bearish takes, be sure to see these posts:
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/06/45781050/chargepoint-stock-sinks-after-q1-revenues-miss-weak-q2-guidance-details">ChargePoint Stock Sinks After Q1 Revenues Miss, Weak Q2 Guidance: Details</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/large-cap/25/06/45745834/nio-stock-drops-after-q1-results-and-outlook-disappoints-the-street-margins-shrink">Nio Stock Drops After Q1 Results And Outlook Disappoints The Street, Margins Shrink</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45759307/sportsmans-warehouse-stock-tanks-after-q1-earnings-revenues-miss-details">Sportsman's Warehouse Stock Tanks After Q1 Earnings, Revenues Miss: Details</a>

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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/06/25</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$62.1K</td>
<td>24.3K</td>
<td>193.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RIVN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/13/25</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
<td>$79.0K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NIO</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$29.0K</td>
<td>10.8K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WEN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/21/25</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$47.0K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/13/25</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$82.0K</td>
<td>39</td>
<td>626</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CHWY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/13/25</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$29.9K</td>
<td>121</td>
<td>425</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CVNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$25.7K</td>
<td>70</td>
<td>95</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RH</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$33.6K</td>
<td>344</td>
<td>42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BKNG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/06/25</td>
<td>$5645.00</td>
<td>$30.4K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DRI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$28.8K</td>
<td>476</td>
<td>29</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, is expiring today. Parties traded 296 contract(s) at a $300.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $62.1K, with a price of $209.0 per contract. There were 24305 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 193767 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RIVN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on June 13, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $14.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 22 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $79.0K, with a price of $79.0 per contract. There were 1234 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2046 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NIO (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 168 day(s) on November 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.0K, with a price of $29.0 per contract. There were 10858 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1611 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WEN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 168 day(s) on November 21, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.0K, with a price of $47.0 per contract. There were 2110 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1007 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LULU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 7 day(s) on June 13, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $260.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $82.0K, with a price of $820.0 per contract. There were 39 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 626 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CHWY (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 7 day(s) on June 13, 2025. This event was a transfer of 285 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 18 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.9K, with a price of $105.0 per contract. There were 121 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 425 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CVNA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 14 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 20 contract(s) at a $340.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.7K, with a price of $1285.0 per contract. There were 70 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 95 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 70 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 40 contract(s) at a $240.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.6K, with a price of $840.0 per contract. There were 344 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 42 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BKNG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKNG#NASDAQ">BKNG</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be neutral, is expiring today. Parties traded 5 contract(s) at a $5645.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.4K, with a price of $6085.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 30 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DRI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRI#NYSE">DRI</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 42 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 27 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.8K, with a price of $1070.0 per contract. There were 476 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 29 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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