Quarterly total revenues reached RMB30.2 billion (US$4.2 billion)(1)
Quarterly deliveries reached 111,074 vehicles
BEIJING, China, Aug. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Li Auto Inc. ("Li Auto" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: LI; HKEX: 2015), a leader in China's new energy vehicle market, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025.
Operating Highlights for the Second Quarter of 2025
-- Total deliveries for the second quarter of 2025 were 111,074 vehicles,
representing a 2.3% year-over-year increase.
2025 Q2 2025 Q1 2024 Q4 2024 Q3
Deliveries 111,074 92,864 158,696 152,831
2024 Q2 2024 Q1 2023 Q4 2023 Q3
Deliveries 108,581 80,400 131,805 105,108
-- As of June 30, 2025, in China, the Company had 530 retail stores in 151
cities, 511 servicing centers and Li Auto-authorized body and paint shops
operating in 222 cities, and 2,851 super charging stations in operation
equipped with 15,655 charging stalls.
Financial Highlights for the Second Quarter of 2025
-- Vehicle sales were RMB28.9 billion (US$4.0 billion) in the second quarter
of 2025, representing a decrease of 4.7% from RMB30.3 billion in the
second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 17.0% from RMB24.7 billion in
the first quarter of 2025.
-- Vehicle margin2 was 19.4% in the second quarter of 2025, compared with
18.7% in the second quarter of 2024 and 19.8% in the first quarter of
2025.
-- Total revenues were RMB30.2 billion (US$4.2 billion) in the second
quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 4.5% from RMB31.7 billion in
the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 16.7% from RMB25.9 billion
in the first quarter of 2025.
-- Gross profit was RMB6.1 billion (US$846.9 million) in the second quarter
of 2025, representing a decrease of 1.8% from RMB6.2 billion in the
second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 14.1% from RMB5.3 billion in
the first quarter of 2025.
-- Gross margin was 20.1% in the second quarter of 2025, compared with 19.5%
in the second quarter of 2024 and 20.5% in the first quarter of 2025.
-- Operating expenses were RMB5.2 billion (US$731.5 million) in the second
quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 8.2% from RMB5.7 billion in
the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 3.8% from RMB5.0 billion in
the first quarter of 2025.
-- Income from operations was RMB827.0 million (US$115.4 million) in the
second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 76.7% from RMB468.0
million in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 204.4% from
RMB271.7 million in the first quarter of 2025.
-- Operating margin was 2.7% in the second quarter of 2025, compared with
1.5% in the second quarter of 2024 and 1.0% in the first quarter of 2025.
-- Net income was RMB1.1 billion (US$153.1 million) in the second quarter of
2025, representing a decrease of 0.4% from RMB1.1 billion in the second
quarter of 2024 and an increase of 69.6% from RMB646.6 million in the
first quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP net income3 was RMB1.5 billion (US$204.9
million) in the second quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 2.3%
from RMB1.5 billion in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of
44.7% from RMB1.0 billion in the first quarter of 2025.
-- Diluted net earnings per ADS4 attributable to ordinary shareholders was
RMB1.03 (US$0.14) in the second quarter of 2025, compared with RMB1.05 in
the second quarter of 2024 and RMB0.62 in the first quarter of 2025.
Non-GAAP diluted net earnings per ADS attributable to ordinary
shareholders was RMB1.37 (US$0.19) in the second quarter of 2025,
compared with RMB1.42 in the second quarter of 2024 and RMB0.96 in the
first quarter of 2025.
-- Net cash used in operating activities was RMB3.0 billion (US$423.8
million) in the second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of
607.1% from RMB429.4 million in the second quarter of 2024 and an
increase of 78.5% from RMB1.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025.
-- Free cash flow5 was negative RMB3.8 billion (US$536.3 million) in the
second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 107.4% from negative
RMB1.9 billion in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 51.8%
from negative RMB2.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025.
Key Financial Results
(in millions, except for percentages and per ADS data)
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For the Three Months Ended % Change(6)
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June 30, March 31, June 30,
2024 2025 2025 YoY QoQ
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RMB RMB RMB
Vehicle sales 30,319.7 24,678.6 28,885.1 (4.7)% 17.0%
Vehicle
margin 18.7% 19.8% 19.4% 0.7pts (0.4)pts
Total
revenues 31,678.4 25,926.8 30,245.6 (4.5)% 16.7%
Gross profit 6,176.9 5,318.5 6,067.0 (1.8)% 14.1%
Gross margin 19.5% 20.5% 20.1% 0.6pts (0.4)pts
Operating
expenses (5,708.9) (5,046.8) (5,240.0) (8.2)% 3.8%
Income from
operations 468.0 271.7 827.0 76.7% 204.4%
Operating
margin 1.5% 1.0% 2.7% 1.2pts 1.7pts
Net income 1,100.9 646.6 1,096.9 (0.4)% 69.6%
Non-GAAP net
income 1,503.1 1,014.3 1,468.2 (2.3)% 44.7%
Diluted net
earnings per
ADS
attributable
to ordinary
shareholders 1.05 0.62 1.03 (1.9)% 66.1%
Non-GAAP
diluted net
earnings per
ADS
attributable
to ordinary
shareholders 1.42 0.96 1.37 (3.5)% 42.7%
Net cash used
in operating
activities (429.4) (1,701.0) (3,036.2) 607.1% 78.5%
Free cash
flow
(non-GAAP) (1,852.7) (2,530.6) (3,841.8) 107.4% 51.8%
Recent Developments
Delivery Update
-- In July 2025, the Company delivered 30,731 vehicles. As of July 31, 2025,
in China, the Company had 535 retail stores in 153 cities, 527 servicing
centers and Li Auto-authorized body and paint shops operating in 222
cities, and 3,028 super charging stations in operation equipped with
16,671 charging stalls.
Environmental, Social, and Governance $(ESG)$ Performance
-- In July 2025, the Company received the highest MSCI ESG rating of "AAA"
for the third consecutive year, reflecting its effective management of
ESG risks and opportunities.
Li i8
-- In July 2025, the Company launched Li i8, a six-seat battery electric
family SUV. Built on a new high-voltage BEV platform, Li i8 comes
standard with a dual-motor all-wheel drive system with a proprietary
drive motor and adopts a 97.8 kWh ternary lithium 5C super charging
battery pack to deliver a 720 km CLTC range. Li i8 supports a 500 km
driving range with only ten minutes of charging, offering a range
anxiety-free travel experience backed by the largest super charging
network among Chinese automakers. Its yacht-inspired design offers low
drag, spacious interiors, and panoramic visibility. As an SUV of the new
era, Li i8 combines off-road versatility, sedan-like handling, and
MPV-grade comfort. Additionally, Li i8 comes standard with LiDAR and
features the Li AD Max advanced assisted driving system powered by its
proprietary VLA Driver large model, as well as Li Xiang Tong Xue Agent
supported by its proprietary foundation model, MindGPT. Li i8 is priced
at RMB339,800, with deliveries having started on August 20, 2025.
CEO and CFO Comments
Mr. Xiang Li, chairman and chief executive officer of Li Auto, commented, "Our relentless pursuit of user-centric technological and product innovations solidified our position as China's best-selling domestic automotive brand in the RMB200,000 and above NEV market. Following Li MEGA Home's enthusiastic market reception, Li MEGA quickly became the top-seller among MPVs priced above RMB500,000 since May. We also further advanced our BEV and intelligence initiatives. In July, we launched Li i8, a six-seat battery electric family SUV, alongside our in-house developed VLA Driver large model and Li Xiang Tong Xue Agent, transforming our research and development breakthroughs into enhanced product experiences. Li i8 redefines what it means to be a modern SUV, with the versatility of an off-roader, handling of a sedan, and comfort of an MPV, driving widespread user recognition for its all-new driving and riding experience. Recently, we also announced our brand upgrade, aiming to provide a high-quality home, a premium private space for a diverse range of consumers, including family users. We will continue to invest in products and intelligence, and look forward to the September launch of Li i6 to expand our model lineup and further elevate our position in China's premium BEV market."
Mr. Tie Li, chief financial officer of Li Auto, added, "In the second quarter, we remained focused on cost optimization and operational efficiency enhancement while navigating a dynamic market, achieving solid profitability that underscores our financial resilience and effective execution. Our quarterly total revenues reached RMB30.2 billion, with gross margin remaining healthy at 20.1%, and our net income increased to RMB1.1 billion, up 69.6% quarter-over-quarter. Leveraging our solid financial position to scale innovation-driven growth, we are confident in our ability to cement our industry-leading position while fueling future breakthroughs across the automotive and intelligence ecosystems."
Financial Results for the Second Quarter of 2025
Revenues
-- Total revenues were RMB30.2 billion (US$4.2 billion) in the second
quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 4.5% from RMB31.7 billion in
the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 16.7% from RMB25.9 billion
in the first quarter of 2025.
-- Vehicle sales were RMB28.9 billion (US$4.0 billion) in the second quarter
of 2025, representing a decrease of 4.7% from RMB30.3 billion in the
second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 17.0% from RMB24.7 billion in
the first quarter of 2025. The decrease in revenue from vehicle sales
over the second quarter of 2024 was primarily attributable to lower
average selling price due to different product mix, interest subsidies
provided to customers and increased sales incentives, partially offset by
increase in vehicle deliveries. The increase in revenue from vehicle
sales over the first quarter of 2025 was primarily attributable to the
increase in vehicle deliveries.
-- Other sales and services were RMB1.4 billion (US$189.9 million) in the
second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 0.1% from RMB1.4
billion in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 9.0% from RMB1.2
billion in the first quarter of 2025. The revenue from other sales and
services remained relatively stable over the second quarter of 2024. The
increase in revenue from other sales and services over the first quarter
of 2025 was mainly due to increased provision of services and sales of
accessories, which is in line with higher accumulated vehicle sales.
Cost of Sales and Gross Margin
-- Cost of sales was RMB24.2 billion (US$3.4 billion) in the second quarter
of 2025, representing a decrease of 5.2% from RMB25.5 billion in the
second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 17.3% from RMB20.6 billion in
the first quarter of 2025. The decrease in cost of sales over the second
quarter of 2024 was primarily attributable to lower average cost of sales
due to cost reduction and different product mix, partially offset by the
increase in vehicle deliveries. The increase in cost of sales over the
first quarter of 2025 was primarily attributable to the increase in
vehicle deliveries.
-- Gross profit was RMB6.1 billion (US$846.9 million) in the second quarter
of 2025, representing a decrease of 1.8% from RMB6.2 billion in the
second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 14.1% from RMB5.3 billion in
the first quarter of 2025.
-- Vehicle margin was 19.4% in the second quarter of 2025, compared with
18.7% in the second quarter of 2024 and 19.8% in the first quarter of
2025. The increase in vehicle margin over the second quarter of 2024 was
mainly attributable to lower average cost of sales mainly due to cost
reduction, partially offset by lower average selling price due to
different product mix, interest subsidies provided to customers and
increased sales incentives. The vehicle margin remained relatively stable
over the first quarter of 2025.
-- Gross margin was 20.1% in the second quarter of 2025, compared with 19.5%
in the second quarter of 2024 and 20.5% in the first quarter of 2025. The
increase in gross margin over the second quarter of 2024 was mainly due
to the increase in vehicle margin. The gross margin remained relatively
stable over the first quarter of 2025.
Operating Expenses
-- Operating expenses were RMB5.2 billion (US$731.5 million) in the second
quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 8.2% from RMB5.7 billion in
the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 3.8% from RMB5.0 billion in
the first quarter of 2025.
-- Research and development expenses were RMB2.8 billion (US$392.3 million)
in the second quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 7.2% from
RMB3.0 billion in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 11.8%
from RMB2.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025. The decrease in
research and development expenses over the second quarter of 2024 was
mainly attributable to decreased employee compensation. The increase in
research and development expenses over the first quarter of 2025 was
mainly attributable to impact of pace of new vehicle programs and
increased expenses to support our expanding product portfolios and
technologies.
-- Selling, general and administrative expenses were RMB2.7 billion
(US$379.4 million) in the second quarter of 2025, representing a decrease
of 3.5% from RMB2.8 billion in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase
of 7.4% from RMB2.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025. The decrease in
selling, general and administrative expenses over the second quarter of
2024 was primarily due to decreased employee compensation, partially
offset by increased marketing and promotional activities. The increase in
selling, general and administrative expenses over the first quarter of
2025 was primarily due to increased marketing and promotional activities.
Income from Operations
-- Income from operations was RMB827.0 million (US$115.4 million) in the
second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 76.7% from RMB468.0
million in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 204.4% from
RMB271.7 million in the first quarter of 2025. Operating margin was 2.7%
in the second quarter of 2025, compared with 1.5% in the second quarter
of 2024 and 1.0% in the first quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP income from
operations was RMB1.2 billion (US$167.3 million) in the second quarter of
2025, representing an increase of 37.7% from RMB870.1 million in the
second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 87.4% from RMB639.3 million in
the first quarter of 2025.
Net Income and Net Earnings Per Share
-- Net income was RMB1.1 billion (US$153.1 million) in the second quarter of
2025, representing a decrease of 0.4% from RMB1.1 billion in the second
quarter of 2024 and an increase of 69.6% from RMB646.6 million in the
first quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP net income was RMB1.5 billion (US$204.9
million) in the second quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 2.3%
from RMB1.5 billion in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of
44.7% from RMB1.0 billion in the first quarter of 2025.
-- Basic and diluted net earnings per ADS attributable to ordinary
shareholders were RMB1.09 (US$0.15) and RMB1.03 (US$0.14) in the second
quarter of 2025, respectively, compared with RMB1.11 and RMB1.05 in the
second quarter of 2024, respectively, and RMB0.65 and RMB0.62 in the
first quarter of 2025, respectively. Non-GAAP basic and diluted net
earnings per ADS attributable to ordinary shareholders were RMB1.46
(US$0.20) and RMB1.37 (US$0.19) in the second quarter of 2025,
respectively, compared with RMB1.51 and RMB1.42 in the second quarter of
2024, respectively, and RMB1.01 and RMB0.96 in the first quarter of 2025,
respectively.
Cash Position, Operating Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow
-- Cash position7 was RMB106.9 billion (US$14.9 billion) as of June 30,
2025.
-- Net cash used in operating activities was RMB3.0 billion (US$423.8
million) in the second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of
607.1% from RMB429.4 million in the second quarter of 2024 and an
increase of 78.5% from RMB1.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025. The
change in net cash used in operating activities over the second quarter
of 2024 and first quarter of 2025 was mainly due to increased payment
related to inventory purchase.
-- Free cash flow was negative RMB3.8 billion (US$536.3 million) in the
second quarter of 2025, representing an increase of 107.4% from negative
RMB1.9 billion in the second quarter of 2024 and an increase of 51.8%
from negative RMB2.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025.
Business Outlook
For the third quarter of 2025, the Company expects:
-- Deliveries of vehicles to be between 90,000 and 95,000 vehicles,
representing a year-over-year decrease of 41.1% to 37.8%.
-- Total revenues to be between RMB24.8 billion (US$3.5 billion) and RMB26.2
billion (US$3.7 billion), representing a year-over-year decrease of 42.1%
to 38.8%.
This business outlook reflects the Company's current and preliminary views on its business situation and market conditions, which are subject to change.
Conference Call
Management will hold a conference call at 8:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time on Thursday, August 28, 2025 (8:00 p.m. Beijing/Hong Kong Time on August 28, 2025) to discuss financial results and answer questions from investors and analysts.
For participants who wish to join the call, please complete online registration using the link provided below prior to the scheduled call start time. Upon registration, participants will receive the conference call access information, including dial-in numbers, passcode, and a unique access PIN. To join the conference, please dial the number provided, enter the passcode followed by your PIN, and you will join the conference instantly.
Participant Online Registration: https://s1.c-conf.com/diamondpass/10048990-4d8gt5.html
A replay of the conference call will be accessible through September 4, 2025, by dialing the following numbers:
United States: +1-855-883-1031 Mainland China: +86-400-1209-216 Hong Kong, China: +852-800-930-639 International: +61-7-3107-6325 Replay PIN: 10048990
Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.lixiang.com.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures, such as non-GAAP cost of sales, non-GAAP research and development expenses, non-GAAP selling, general and administrative expenses, non-GAAP income from operations, non-GAAP net income, non-GAAP net income attributable to ordinary shareholders, non-GAAP basic and diluted net earnings per ADS attributable to ordinary shareholders, non-GAAP basic and diluted net earnings per share attributable to ordinary shareholders and free cash flow, in evaluating its operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes. By excluding the impact of share-based compensation expenses and release of valuation allowance on deferred tax assets, the Company believes that the non-GAAP financial measures help identify underlying trends in its business and enhance the overall understanding of the Company's past performance and future prospects. The Company also believes that the non-GAAP financial measures allow for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by the Company's management in its financial and operational decision-making.
The non-GAAP financial measures are not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP and may be different from non-GAAP methods of accounting and reporting used by other companies. The non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools and when assessing the Company's operating performance, investors should not consider them in isolation, or as a substitute for financial information prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The Company encourages investors and others to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.
The Company mitigates these limitations by reconciling the non-GAAP financial measures to the most comparable U.S. GAAP performance measures, all of which should be considered when evaluating the Company's performance.
For more information on the non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned "Unaudited Reconciliation of U.S. GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" set forth at the end of this press release.
Exchange Rate Information
This press release contains translations of certain Renminbi amounts into U.S. dollars at a specified rate solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from Renminbi to U.S. dollars and from U.S. dollars to Renminbi are made at a rate of RMB7.1636 to US$1.00, the exchange rate on June 30, 2025, set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board. The Company makes no representation that the Renminbi or U.S. dollars amounts referred could be converted into U.S. dollars or Renminbi, as the case may be, at any particular rate or at all.
About Li Auto Inc.
Li Auto Inc. is a leader in China's new energy vehicle market. The Company designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. Its mission is: Create a Mobile Home, Create Happiness ( , ). Through innovations in product, technology, and business model, the Company provides families with safe, convenient, and comfortable products and services. Li Auto is a pioneer in successfully commercializing extended-range electric vehicles in China. While firmly advancing along this technological route, it builds platforms for battery electric vehicles in parallel. The Company leverages technology to create value for users. It concentrates its in-house development efforts on proprietary range extension systems, innovative electric vehicle technologies, and smart vehicle solutions. The Company started volume production in November 2019. Its current model lineup includes a high-tech flagship family MPV, four Li L series extended-range electric SUVs, and one Li i series battery electric SUV. The Company will continue to expand its product lineup to target a broader user base.
For more information, please visit: https://ir.lixiang.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
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Li Auto Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive
Income
(All amounts in thousands, except for ADS/ordinary
share and per ADS/ordinary share data)
For the Three Months Ended
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June 30, March 31, June 30, June 30,
2024 2025 2025 2025
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RMB RMB RMB US$
Revenues:
Vehicle sales 30,319,728 24,678,585 28,885,133 4,032,209
Other sales and
services 1,358,668 1,248,229 1,360,480 189,916
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Total revenues 31,678,396 25,926,814 30,245,613 4,222,125
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Cost of sales:
Vehicle sales (24,635,504) (19,801,927) (23,273,292) (3,248,826)
Other sales and
services (865,950) (806,428) (905,352) (126,382)
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Total cost of sales (25,501,454) (20,608,355) (24,178,644) (3,375,208)
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Gross profit 6,176,942 5,318,459 6,066,969 846,917
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Operating expenses:
Research and
development (3,027,581) (2,513,854) (2,810,170) (392,285)
Selling, general
and
administrative (2,815,105) (2,531,009) (2,717,761) (379,385)
Other operating
income/(expense),
net 133,773 (1,942) 287,980 40,200
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Total operating
expenses (5,708,913) (5,046,805) (5,239,951) (731,470)
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Income from operations 468,029 271,654 827,018 115,447
Other
(expense)/income:
Interest expense (43,231) (48,220) (49,776) (6,948)
Interest income and
investment income,
net 370,034 516,261 496,454 69,302
Others, net 383,237 34,730 15,288 2,135
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Income before income
tax 1,178,069 774,425 1,288,984 179,936
Income tax expense (77,129) (127,780) (192,048) (26,809)
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Net income 1,100,940 646,645 1,096,936 153,127
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Less: Net
(loss)/income
attributable to
noncontrolling
interests (1,653) (3,679) 4,365 609
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Net income
attributable to
ordinary shareholders
of Li Auto Inc. 1,102,593 650,324 1,092,571 152,518
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Net income 1,100,940 646,645 1,096,936 153,127
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Other comprehensive
income/(loss), net of
tax
Foreign currency
translation
adjustment, net of
nil tax 12,444 (69,994) (173,612) (24,235)
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Total other
comprehensive
income/(loss), net of
tax 12,444 (69,994) (173,612) (24,235)
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Total comprehensive
income 1,113,384 576,651 923,324 128,892
Less: Net
(loss)/income
attributable to
noncontrolling
interests (1,653) (3,679) 4,365 609
Comprehensive income
attributable to
ordinary shareholders
of Li Auto Inc. 1,115,037 580,330 918,959 128,283
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Weighted average
number of ADSs
Basic 994,833,579 1,004,099,494 1,005,986,033 1,005,986,033
Diluted 1,062,428,185 1,069,104,610 1,071,261,046 1,071,261,046
Net earnings per ADS
attributable to
ordinary
shareholders
Basic 1.11 0.65 1.09 0.15
Diluted 1.05 0.62 1.03 0.14
Weighted average
number of ordinary
shares
Basic 1,989,667,158 2,008,198,987 2,011,972,066 2,011,972,066
Diluted 2,124,856,370 2,138,209,219 2,142,522,091 2,142,522,091
Net earnings per
share attributable to
ordinary
shareholders
Basic 0.55 0.32 0.54 0.08
Diluted 0.52 0.31 0.51 0.07
Li Auto Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(All amounts in thousands)
As of
December 31, June 30, June 30,
2024 2025 2025
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RMB RMB US$
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents 65,901,123 49,790,369 6,950,468
Restricted cash 6,849 6,597 921
Time deposits and short-term
investments 46,904,548 57,128,448 7,974,824
Trade receivable 135,112 85,698 11,963
Inventories 8,185,604 11,732,340 1,637,772
Prepayments and other current
assets 5,176,546 4,793,124 669,094
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Total current assets 126,309,782 123,536,576 17,245,042
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Non-current assets:
Long-term investments 922,897 827,727 115,546
Property, plant and equipment,
net 21,140,933 22,031,465 3,075,474
Operating lease right-of-use
assets, net 8,323,963 9,100,442 1,270,373
Intangible assets, net 914,951 933,707 130,340
Goodwill 5,484 5,484 766
Deferred tax assets 2,542,180 2,855,550 398,619
Other non-current assets 2,188,888 1,995,054 278,499
Total non-current assets 36,039,296 37,749,429 5,269,617
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Total assets 162,349,078 161,286,005 22,514,659
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LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Short-term borrowings 281,102 6,391,223 892,180
Trade and notes payable 53,596,194 49,967,321 6,975,169
Amounts due to related parties 11,492 18,176 2,537
Deferred revenue, current 1,396,489 1,405,462 196,195
Operating lease liabilities,
current 1,438,092 1,632,735 227,921
Finance lease liabilities,
current 95,205 100,971 14,095
Accruals and other current
liabilities 12,397,322 11,696,368 1,632,748
------------ ----------- ----------
Total current liabilities 69,215,896 71,212,256 9,940,845
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Non-current liabilities:
Long-term borrowings 8,151,598 1,834,260 256,053
Deferred revenue, non-current 720,531 663,117 92,568
Operating lease liabilities,
non-current 5,735,738 6,354,236 887,017
Finance lease liabilities,
non-current 642,984 602,495 84,105
Deferred tax liabilities 864,999 762,974 106,507
Other non-current liabilities 5,696,950 6,228,174 869,420
------------ ----------- ----------
Total non-current liabilities 21,812,800 16,445,256 2,295,670
------------ ----------- ----------
Total liabilities 91,028,696 87,657,512 12,236,515
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Total Li Auto Inc.
shareholders' equity 70,874,884 73,122,309 10,207,483
------------ ----------- ----------
Noncontrolling interests 445,498 506,184 70,661
------------ ----------- ----------
Total shareholders' equity 71,320,382 73,628,493 10,278,144
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Total liabilities and
shareholders' equity 162,349,078 161,286,005 22,514,659
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Li Auto Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash
Flows
(All amounts in thousands)
For the Three Months Ended
-------------------------------------------------
June 30, March 31, June 30, June 30,
2024 2025 2025 2025
RMB RMB RMB US$
Net cash used in
operating
activities (429,397) (1,700,968) (3,036,219) (423,840)
Net cash used in
investing
activities (3,839,308) (10,959,789) (226,724) (31,649)
Net cash (used
in)/provided by
financing
activities (104,743) 61,406 (70,037) (9,777)
Effect of exchange
rate changes on
cash, cash
equivalents and
restricted cash 32,257 (70,282) (108,393) (15,131)
----------- ------------ ----------- ---------
Net change in cash,
cash equivalents
and restricted
cash (4,341,191) (12,669,633) (3,441,373) (480,397)
----------- ------------ ----------- ---------
Cash, cash
equivalents and
restricted cash at
beginning of
period 85,129,987 65,907,972 53,238,339 7,431,786
----------- ------------ ----------- ---------
Cash, cash
equivalents and
restricted cash at
end of period 80,788,796 53,238,339 49,796,966 6,951,389
=========== ============ =========== =========
Net cash used in
operating
activities (429,397) (1,700,968) (3,036,219) (423,840)
Capital expenditures (1,423,332) (829,597) (805,544) (112,450)
----------- ------------ ----------- ---------
Free cash flow
(non-GAAP) (1,852,729) (2,530,565) (3,841,763) (536,290)
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Li Auto Inc.
Unaudited Reconciliation of U.S. GAAP and Non-GAAP
Results
(All amounts in thousands, except for ADS/ordinary
share and per ADS/ordinary share data)
For the Three Months Ended
----------------------------------------------------------
June 30, March 31, June 30, June 30,
2024 2025 2025 2025
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
RMB RMB RMB US$
Cost of sales (25,501,454) (20,608,355) (24,178,644) (3,375,208)
Share-based
compensation
expenses 7,652 7,196 8,135 1,136
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Non-GAAP cost of
sales (25,493,802) (20,601,159) (24,170,509) (3,374,072)
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Research and
development
expenses (3,027,581) (2,513,854) (2,810,170) (392,285)
Share-based
compensation
expenses 224,332 238,932 236,668 33,038
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Non-GAAP research
and development
expenses (2,803,249) (2,274,922) (2,573,502) (359,247)
============= ============= ============= =============
Selling, general
and
administrative
expenses (2,815,105) (2,531,009) (2,717,761) (379,385)
Share-based
compensation
expenses 170,129 121,511 126,413 17,647
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Non-GAAP selling,
general and
administrative
expenses (2,644,976) (2,409,498) (2,591,348) (361,738)
============= ============= ============= =============
Income from
operations 468,029 271,654 827,018 115,447
Share-based
compensation
expenses 402,113 367,639 371,216 51,821
------------- ------------- ------------- -------------
Non-GAAP income
from operations 870,142 639,293 1,198,234 167,268
============= ============= ============= =============
Net income 1,100,940 646,645 1,096,936 153,127
Share-based
compensation
expenses 402,113 367,639 371,216 51,821
Non-GAAP net
income(8) 1,503,053 1,014,284 1,468,152 204,948
============= ============= ============= =============
Net income
attributable to
ordinary
shareholders of
Li Auto Inc. 1,102,593 650,324 1,092,571 152,518
Share-based
compensation
expenses 402,113 367,639 371,216 51,821
Non-GAAP net
income
attributable to
ordinary
shareholders of
Li Auto Inc. 1,504,706 1,017,963 1,463,787 204,339
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Weighted average
number of ADSs
Basic 994,833,579 1,004,099,494 1,005,986,033 1,005,986,033
Diluted 1,062,428,185 1,069,104,610 1,071,261,046 1,071,261,046
Non-GAAP net
earnings per ADS
attributable to
ordinary
shareholders
Basic 1.51 1.01 1.46 0.20
Diluted 1.42 0.96 1.37 0.19
Weighted average
number of
ordinary shares
Basic 1,989,667,158 2,008,198,987 2,011,972,066 2,011,972,066
Diluted 2,124,856,370 2,138,209,219 2,142,522,091 2,142,522,091
Non-GAAP net
earnings per
share
attributable to
ordinary
shareholders(9)
Basic 0.76 0.51 0.73 0.10
Diluted 0.71 0.48 0.69 0.10
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(1) All translations from Renminbi ("RMB") to U.S. dollars ("US$") are made at a rate of RMB7.1636 to US$1.00, the exchange rate on June 30, 2025 as set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board.
(2) Vehicle margin is the margin of vehicle sales, which is calculated based on revenues and cost of sales derived from vehicle sales only.
(3) The Company's non-GAAP financial measures exclude share-based compensation expenses and release of valuation allowance on deferred tax assets. See "Unaudited Reconciliation of U.S. GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" set forth at the end of this press release.
(4) Each ADS represents two Class A ordinary shares.
(5) Free cash flow represents operating cash flow less capital expenditures, which is considered a non-GAAP financial measure.
(6) Except for vehicle margin, gross margin, and operating margin, where absolute changes instead of percentage changes are presented.
(7) Cash position includes cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, time deposits and short-term investments, and long-term time deposits and financial instruments included in long-term investments.
(8) Non-GAAP items have no tax impact for all the periods presented.
(9) Non-GAAP basic net earnings per share attributable to ordinary shareholders is calculated by dividing non-GAAP net income attributable to ordinary shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the periods. Non-GAAP diluted net earnings per share attributable to ordinary shareholders is calculated by dividing non-GAAP net income attributable to ordinary shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares and dilutive potential ordinary shares outstanding during the periods, including the dilutive effects of convertible senior notes as determined under the if-converted method and the dilutive effect of share-based awards as determined under the treasury stock method.
(END) Dow Jones Newswires
By Jiahui Huang
Li Auto guided for lower sales in the third quarter as it reported weaker profit and revenue amid intense competition in China's auto market.
The plug-in hybrid specialist said Thursday that second-quarter net profit edged 0.9% lower to 1.09 billion yuan, equivalent to $152.4 million, missing the 1.32 billion yuan consensus estimate in a Visible Alpha poll.
Revenue dropped 4.5% from a year earlier to 30.25 billion yuan, below analysts' expectations of 33.04 billion yuan. That came as the automaker delivered 111,074 units in the April-June period, lower than its guidance of between 123,000 and 128,000 vehicles.
Li Auto was considered one of the more successful Chinese automakers by sales volume last year. Now it is contending with slowing sales as its rivals introduce more new models, threatening its market share in the plug-in hybrid space. Adding to its challenges, the company recently launched the Li i8, a six-seater fully electric SUV, which is expected to weigh on margins.
Li Auto said it expects to deliver between 90,000 and 95,000 vehicles for the third quarter, with revenue projected at 24.8 billion yuan to 26.2 billion yuan, down 39%-42% from a year earlier.
Write to Jiahui Huang at jiahui.huang@wsj.com
(END) Dow Jones Newswires
August 28, 2025 05:04 ET (09:04 GMT)
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