Is NIO stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, NIO is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: NIO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of NIO stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for NIO to be between $4.67 and $4.96. The current price is $4.74.

What is the analyst price target for NIO?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for NIO is $7.35. This implies a potential upside of 55.1% from current levels.

NIO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

NIO - NIO Inc. American depositary shares, each representing one Class A ordinary share

Motor Vehicles & Passenger Car Bodies

$4.74

0.14 (3.04%) ▲

5d: -2.87%

30d: -0.84%

90d: -19.25%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Aug 7, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Sep 01, 2026 23d

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Signal fired Aug 7, 2026 at $4.74 · last confirmed Aug 7, 2026

Strength: 8.0/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: NIO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 25.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$10.98

Based on 14.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$6.82

30.5% Margin of Safety

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 4.8x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: NIO is currently trading at $4.74, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $4.67 to $4.96. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 4.0) compared to its historical average (4.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, NIO is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $4.55, while resistance sits at $4.94. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.0% recently.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $7.35 (+55.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position SLIGHTLY LOW

Historical Trading Range $4.67 - $4.96

Company Quality Score 55/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 84.3%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.0%)
BULLISH: Trading 55.1% below Wall St target ($7.35)
NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (40/100) — watch for confirmation

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $4.67 - $4.96

Current vs Trading Range SLIGHTLY LOW

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $4.55

Resistance Level $4.94

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Aug 7, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 4.04

Wall Street Target $7.35 (+55.1%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 112.2%

Profit Margin -9.1%

Valuation Discount vs History -5.8% cheaper

PE vs Historical 4.0 vs 4.8 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -5.8% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $4.47 (-6%)

2-Year Target $4.21 (-11%)

3-Year Target $3.96 (-16%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 4→5) $4.71 (-1%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 20.2, Growth: 166.5%) $80.18 (+1592%)

Base: (SPY PE: 4.0, Growth: 166.5%) $16.00 (+238%)

Bear: (PE: 3.4, Growth: 166.5%) $13.60 (+187%)

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 4.0 to 4.8

Stabilization Target: $5.64 (+18.9%)

PE Expansion Potential: +18.9%

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NIO Inc. American depositary shares, each representing one Class A ordinary share

Motor Vehicles & Passenger Car Bodies

About

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.

Exchange: XNYS

Market Cap: $18,850,940,188

Employees: 45,635

Listed Since: 2018-09-12

Website: Visit

CIK: 0001736541

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