We recently compiled a list of the 15 Best EV Stocks To Buy According to Billionaires. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) stands against the other EV stocks.
The year 2024 marked a significant milestone for environmentally friendly vehicles in the US. On January 16, 2025, CNBC reported that for the first time, sales of all-electric vehicles and hybrid models made up 20% of all new car and truck sales. Motor Intelligence reported that over 3.2 million electrified vehicles were sold last year. This included 1.9 million hybrid vehicles and 1.3 all-electric vehicles.
Traditional vehicles with gas or diesel engines continued to dominate the market, accounting for 79.8% of sales. However, this marked the first time their share fell below 80% in modern automotive history.
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In the US, the EV market is very competitive. Out of 68 mainstream electric models tracked by Kelley Blue Book, 24 models posted an increase in sales compared to the previous year while 27 models experienced a decrease in sales volume. Additionally, 17 new models were introduced to the market.
There is not enough clarity as to how sales of all-electric and hybrid electric vehicles will perform in 2025. This uncertainty is partly due to pending potential actions by the Trump administration. However, Cox Automotive expects that 2025 will set another record for EV sales, with EVs accounting for about 10% of new vehicle sales. Including hybrids, Cox Automotive expects one out of every four vehicles sold to be electrified in 2025.
Methodology
To compile our list of the 15 best EV stocks to buy according to billionaires, we looked for the biggest EV companies. We reviewed our own rankings, financial media reports, ETFs, and various online resources to compile a list of the best EV stocks. Next, we focused on the top 10 EV stocks most favored by billionaires. Data for the number of billionaire investors for each stock was taken from Insider Monkey’s Q4 2024 database. Finally, the 15 best EV stocks to buy were ranked in ascending order based on the number of billionaires holding stakes in them as of Q4 2024.
Additionally, we mentioned the hedge fund sentiment surrounding each stock, which was taken from Insider Monkey’s Q4 2024 database of more than 1,000 elite hedge funds.
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A state-of-the-art electric vehicle charging at a station at a suburban mall.
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN)
Number of Billionaire Investors: 10
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 40
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) is an American company that develops and builds electric vehicles as well as software and services that address the entire lifecycle of the vehicle. The company produces the R1T electric pickup truck and the R1S electric SUV. The company’s vehicles are built on a versatile “skateboard” platform that can support future vehicles or be adopted by other companies. Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) is aiming to launch its cheaper R2 SUV in 2026 and plans to make further additions to its lineup with the higher-end R3 and R3X SUVs in 2026 and 2027.
On February 21, Needham analyst Chris Pierce increased the firm’s price target on Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) to $17 from $14 and kept a “Buy” rating. This decision came after the company’s better than expected Q4 2024 results. Pierce continues to believe that Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) will be a long-term winner in the shift from internal combustion engines to EVs. The analyst pointed to the satisfaction and enthusiasm of Rivian owners, as well as the upcoming launch of the more affordable R2 vehicle. The launch of the R2 vehicle will increase the company’s total addressable market.
Overall, RIVN ranks 8th on our list of the cheap tech stocks to buy according to hedge funds. While we acknowledge the potential of RIVN as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than RIVN but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock.
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