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Li Auto Inc. spends approx. $12.0659 million to repurchase 1.4408 million shares

Li Auto Launches All-New Li L9 Livis with Starting Price of 459,800 RMB

Li Auto Launches New Li L9 Model, Deliveries Set to Start on May 17, 2026

Li Auto Announces Doubling of 5C Supercharging Guns to 8,300 by End of 2026

CMB Port Recommended with Target Price $17.5; HK Stocks Open High Close Low, Hang Seng Flat

Li Auto Develops M100 Chip for New Li L9 SUV

Li Auto Responds to Employee Mocking Incident and Adds Baby Rooms

Analysts 上调理想汽车 2026 年 EPS 预估

LI Auto Inc-W repurchased 458,600 shares for $4,113,800

LI Auto-W repurchased 331,000 shares for $2.946 million

Li Auto's Super Charging Stations Reach 4,077

Li Auto VP of Design Responds to Design Controversies

Li Auto Inc. Repurchased 452,700 Shares for $4.04 Million

Li Auto CEO Explains Reason for Not Producing Sedans and Introduces New Model

Li Auto Inc repurchased 320,300 shares

Xiaomi Auto Delivered 34,085 Units in April, Up 0.4% Year-over-Year

Li Auto Announces the Launch of New Model Li L9 Livis on May 15th

Xiaomi 公布 2026 年 4 月交付数据

Xiaoyu Ideal Auto Delivered 34,085 Vehicles in April 2026

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0518 | Dolphin Research Focus: Macro/Industry. NBS data show Jan–Apr retail sales at RMB 16.49tn (+1.9% YoY).Apr alone was RMB 3.72tn, up just 0.2% YoY. Ex-auto retail rose 3.1% YoY, online retail +6.6%, and restaurant revenue +3.8%.The recovery remains weak, with Apr growth nearly stalling. Auto demand dragged and consumer confidence stayed soft, while online and services held up better, highlighting a clear divergence...

Xiaomi YU7 GT launches Thu; Li Auto L9 misses ests., shares plunge | Daily News Recap

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LI AUTO-W(02015) fell 14.15%, with a trading turnover 3.6 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 0.1%. LDROBOT(01236) fell 10.37%, with a trading turnover 30.5 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 56.7%. CHINA STAR ENT(00326) fell 9.84%, with a trading turnover 26.0 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 110.7%.

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KNOWLEDGE ATLAS(02513) rose 9.33%, with a trading turnover 1.1 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 878.5%. VGT(02476) rose 8.47%, with a trading turnover 2.7 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 75.7%. LI AUTO-W(02015) fell 14.15%, with a trading turnover 3.6 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 0.1%. CHINA RES MIXC(01209) fell 6.19%, with a trading turnover 346.3 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 6.7%.

- The Hang Seng Index decreased by 1.11%, with a year-to-date increase of 0.2%.  
- The Hang Seng Tech Index fell by 1.95%, reflecting a year-to-date decline of 12.2%.  
- Notable stock movements include Zhizhu's 9.33% increase and an 878.5% cumulative rise for the year, alongside Lixiang Auto's 14.15% drop with minimal year-to-date growth.

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Li Auto shares fell 13% in Hong Kong following the launch of its updated L9 SUV, reflecting a muted market response. Citi analysts deemed the model not a game changer, predicting monthly sales of 1,000 units for the Livis version. In contrast, Morgan Stanley sees potential for sales recovery but warns of intense competition. The updated L9 features advanced technology and aims to regain market traction, with an international version expected in Q3 2026.

- Li Auto's shares fell 13% in Hong Kong following the launch of its updated Li L9 SUV, indicating a lack of investor confidence in the model.  
- Citi labeled the upgrade as not a game changer, while Morgan Stanley expressed optimism about its potential to boost sales, albeit acknowledging fierce market competition.  
- The new Li L9 Livis features advanced technology and a long range, with an international version set to be launched in the third quarter of 2026.

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Li Auto shares plunge in Hong Kong after updated L9 SUV launch

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During intraday trading on May 18, Hong Kong stocks opened lower and continued to decline due to escalating geopolitical tensions and a sharp drop in US stocks overnight, with the Hang Seng Tech Index plunging over 2%. Declining domestic macro consumption data put pressure on automotive consumption expectations, leading to a severe slump in the new energy vehicle sector, with Li Auto plummeting over 11%; large-cap tech stocks and real estate shares generally weakened. On the other hand, driven by rising prosperity in the industrial chain and expectations from overseas tech conferences, semiconductor stocks and AI application concept stocks bucked the trend, with GigaDevice surging nearly 10% and 51World soaring over 17%

- The Hong Kong stock market experienced a decline, with the Hang Seng Index dropping 1.52% to 25,567.79 points.  
- Major electric vehicle stocks, like Li Auto, fell significantly, while the semiconductor sector showed resilience, with stocks like Zhaoyi Innovation rising nearly 10%.  
- Macroeconomic data indicated a slowdown in retail sales, raising concerns over recovery prospects, while geopolitical tensions affected overall market sentiment.

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Hong Kong Stocks Intraday: Three Major Indices Continue to Weaken, New Energy Vehicles Suffer Heavy Losses, Semiconductors and AI Concepts Buck the Trend

As NIO and Li Auto approach their Q1 earnings reports, investors are evaluating which stock is more appealing. NIO has a Moderate Buy rating with a 2% upside, while Li Auto holds a Hold rating with a 7% upside potential.

- Chinese electric vehicle companies NIO and Li Auto are preparing for earnings reports, prompting investors to evaluate their attractiveness.  
- NIO holds a Moderate Buy rating with an estimated upside of about 2%, while Li Auto has a Hold rating and a higher potential upside of around 7%.  
- This analysis highlights the differing investment sentiments surrounding the two companies ahead of their earnings announcements.

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NIO vs. Li Auto (LI): Which EV Stock Is the Better Bet Ahead of Q1 Earnings?

Li Auto has launched its AI-enhanced flagship Li L9 SUV in China, with deliveries starting on May 17, 2026. The Li L9 is priced at RMB459,800 and RMB509,800 for its Ultra and Livis trims, respectively. This model aims to strengthen Li Auto's high-end product lineup in the competitive new energy vehicle market. Analysts currently rate LI stock as a Hold with a price target of $19.00, citing concerns over operating results and cash generation despite a solid balance sheet.

- Li Auto Inc. launched its flagship model, the Li L9, on May 15, 2026, with deliveries in China set to begin on May 17, 2026, aiming to enhance its high-end product lineup.  
- The new Li L9, featuring embodied AI technology, is available in two trims priced at RMB 459,800 and RMB 509,800, reflecting Li Auto's strategy to broaden its user base in the competitive EV market.  
- Current analyst ratings for LI stock indicate a Hold status with a price target of $19.00, amid concerns over weakening operating results and high valuation.

Li Auto Launches AI-Enhanced Flagship Li L9 SUV in China

Li Auto has launched the updated L9 Livis, starting at 509,800 yuan ($74,940), which is 9% lower than its pre-sales price. The international version will debut in Q3 2026, targeting Central Asia and the Middle East. The L9 features advanced technology, including dual smart driving chips and a long electric range. Deliveries have begun, but sales have declined significantly, with a 74.17% drop in the first four months of this year compared to last year.

- Li Auto has launched the updated Li L9, including the new Livis edition starting at 509,800 yuan ($74,940), which is 9% lower than its previously announced pre-sales price.  
- The Li L9 features advanced technology, including dual 5 nm smart driving chips and a fully independent active suspension system, enhancing its performance and driving experience.  
- An exclusive international version is set to debut in the third quarter of 2026, featuring localized optimizations for markets in Central Asia and the Middle East, as part of Li Auto's strategy to expand globally.

Li Auto launches updated L9 to revive flagship SUV sales, international version to roll out in Q3

Li Auto Inc. Launches the All-New Li L9, Pioneering Embodied AI in Mobility | LI Stock News

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0515 | Dolphin Research Focus: 🐬 Macro/Industry 1) Today is Jerome Powell's final day as Fed Chair, and Kevin Warsh begins his first term. On the same day, Governor Stephen Miran tendered his resignation and will step down as Warsh takes office.The leadership change opens a window for a policy shift at the Fed. Warsh, a hawk, advocates QT plus rate cuts and may tweak the inflation framework.Miran voted against at all six FOMC meetings; his exit weakens the dovish camp. In the near term, this heightens uncertainty around monetary policy, affecting global liquidity and asset pricing...

Xiaomi YU7 GT slated for end-May launch; XPeng GX flagship to debut next week | Daily News Recap

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☀️ Morning everyone ☕️ Iran tensions escalate, oil breaches $100, Nvidia drops $26B on AI models, markets tumble. Let's jump straight into today's big questions 👇

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Xiaomi YU7 GT launches Thu; Li Auto L9 misses ests., shares plunge | Daily News Recap

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Li Auto shares plunge in Hong Kong after updated L9 SUV launch

Hong Kong Stocks Intraday: Three Major Indices Continue to Weaken, New Energy Vehicles Suffer Heavy Losses, Semiconductors and AI Concepts Buck the Trend