--- title: "U.S. stock market midday update: Robo.ai down 27.31%, can the new technology platform restore market confidence?" type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286589466.md" description: "Robo.ai fell 27.31%; Tesla fell 3.75%, with a transaction volume reaching USD 10 billion; Ford fell 7.06%, with a transaction volume reaching USD 699 million; Rivian fell 4.27%, with a transaction volume reaching USD 289 million; Toyota rose 1.01%, with a market value reaching USD 250.8 billion" datetime: "2026-05-15T15:43:14.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/286589466.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/286589466.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/286589466.md) --- # U.S. stock market midday update: Robo.ai down 27.31%, can the new technology platform restore market confidence? **U.S. Stock Market Midday Update** Robo.ai fell 27.31%. Based on recent key news: 1. On May 13, Robo.ai announced the appointment of Mansoor Ali Khan as the Chief Technology Officer of its newly acquired subsidiary Neurovia AI. This move aims to accelerate the construction of a global AI video data infrastructure platform, driving stock price fluctuations. 2. On May 14, Robo.ai's subsidiary Neurovia AI launched the NeuroStream™ technology platform, aimed at building a physical AI visual data infrastructure. The launch of this platform has attracted market attention, impacting stock prices. 3. On May 14, Robo.ai's NeuroStream platform is believed to significantly reduce the cost and bandwidth requirements of AI-driven visual data, further driving stock price fluctuations. The demand in the AI industry is growing, leading to significant market volatility. **Stocks with High Trading Volume in the Industry** Tesla fell 3.75%. Based on recent news, 1. On May 14, UBS raised Tesla's target price from $352 to $364 but maintained a "Neutral" rating. UBS pointed out that Tesla's long-term opportunities in autonomous ride-hailing, humanoid robots, and AI infrastructure remain substantial, but increased spending and slower commercialization timelines may suppress recent financial performance. Tesla raised its 2026 capital expenditure estimate from $20 billion to $25 billion, expecting capital expenditures to remain high in the coming years. 2. On May 13, Tesla announced it would invest approximately $250 million to expand its Gigafactory located in the suburbs of Berlin, Germany, aiming to significantly increase the battery cell production capacity at the site and strengthen the supply chain. This investment will raise the factory's annual battery production capacity from 8 GWh to 18 GWh. 3. On May 12, Tesla's first-quarter revenue grew 16% year-over-year to $22.4 billion, significantly exceeding market expectations. Although policies in the U.S. and China have affected actual delivery volumes, product structure optimization and the full transition to subscription-based FSD have led to a substantial rebound in the average selling price of vehicles. The overall performance of the electric vehicle industry is strong, and the expansion of AI infrastructure is boosting market sentiment. Ford Motor Company fell 7.06%. Based on recent news, 1. On May 14, Ford announced the establishment of a wholly-owned subsidiary "Ford Energy," focusing on battery storage systems. Morgan Stanley analysts believe this will become a key driver of Ford's profit growth, pushing the stock price up by 13%. 2. On May 14, Ford's cooperation agreement with Chinese battery giant CATL was viewed positively by the market, with analysts expecting Ford to sign supply agreements for storage systems with large commercial customers in the coming months, further boosting market confidence. 3. On May 14, Ford's stock price formed a bullish engulfing pattern technically, with significantly increased trading volume, enhancing market expectations for a breakthrough of key resistance levels, driving the stock price up Capital is flowing back into the automotive sector, and the industry's prosperity expectations are undergoing a phased recovery. Rivian fell 4.27%, with increased trading volume. Based on recent key news: 1. On May 13, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe's Mind Robotics completed a $400 million financing round, with a valuation of $3.4 billion. This move demonstrates strong market interest in AI-driven manufacturing robots, which may impact Rivian's stock price. 2. On May 13, Rivian launched an AI voice assistant to enhance vehicle functionality. This technological advancement may increase consumer interest in Rivian products, affecting stock price fluctuations. 3. On May 14, Rivian confirmed the start of R2 production, but the pricing was higher than expected, raising market concerns about its appeal in the mass market, impacting stock price. The rapid iteration of AI technology presents significant potential in the robotics market. **Stocks ranked among the top in industry market capitalization** Toyota Motor Corporation rose 1.01%. Based on recent key news: 1. On May 15, Toyota announced plans to build a new manufacturing plant in Texas, with an investment of $2 billion, expected to create 2,000 jobs. This initiative aims to address pressures from U.S. tariff policies and strengthen its production layout in the U.S. market. This news boosted Toyota's stock price. 2. On May 13, Toyota is facing profitability pressures in the global automotive industry, particularly requiring substantial investments in electrification transformation. Toyota plans to invest $53 billion in electrification and software development between 2026 and 2028 to respond to market competition and technological changes. 3. On May 12, Toyota's sales in the Chinese market fell by 25%, reflecting challenges in its electrification and intelligent transformation. Increased competition in the Chinese market has affected Toyota's overall profitability. 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