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title: "Nio’s Q1 earnings to test margin strength after record deliveries"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286683451.md"
description: "Nio reported record vehicle deliveries of 83,465 in Q1 2026, a 98% increase year over year. The company aims to maintain margins near 18% following its first quarterly profit in Q4 2025. However, U.S.-China tensions and valuation concerns pose risks despite strong operational performance."
datetime: "2026-05-17T22:01:18.000Z"
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# Nio’s Q1 earnings to test margin strength after record deliveries

Record vehicle deliveries: Nio delivered 83,465 vehicles in Q1 2026, up 98% year over year and exceeding its own guidance. Profitability in focus: After its first quarterly profit in Q4 2025, Nio aims to sustain margins near 18% while scaling output. Geopolitical overhang: U.S.-China tensions and valuation concerns remain key risks despite strong operational performance.

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