Ferrari NV (RACE) experienced a significant intraday surge of 5.45% on Monday, reflecting strong positive investor sentiment during the trading session.
The stock's upward momentum is primarily driven by the successful debut of Ferrari's first pure electric vehicle, the Luce. The company confirmed that all 1,600 initial prospective customers decided to purchase after viewing the physical car, with partial payments already received. The Luce's pricing of 550,000 euros aligns with Ferrari's premium positioning, and market concerns about potential dilution of brand exclusivity have eased following the launch.
Adding to the positive sentiment, Morgan Stanley raised its price target on Ferrari to $438 from $388 and upgraded the stock from Equal Weight to Overweight, citing that the recent selloff overly interpreted temporary concerns as permanent brand issues. Analyst Edouard Aubin also reiterated a Buy rating. A UBS research note indicated that the electric model represents a complementary extension of Ferrari's existing lineup rather than a fundamental shift in brand strategy. Broader positive sentiment in the European auto sector, following the U.S.-Iran peace deal, provided additional support for the stock's movement.