Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) reports earnings details Friday that may provide useful clues for investors after its stock’s underperformance versus most electric-vehicle battery rivals this year.
The Shenzhen-traded shares are down nearly 5% so far in 2025, the second-worst performer on a Bloomberg Intelligence index of battery peers that has gained 11%.
A key supplier to Tesla and many other global carmakers, CATL has faced concerns from competition to geopolitical tensions.
CATL already reported preliminary figures showing record full-year net income, while sales fell on weak prices. The market is awaiting more details on its upcoming Hong Kong listing, which could raise more than US$5 billion ($6.68 billion), as well as any updates on the impact of US regulations.
Analysts remain bullish on the stock, with 52 "buy" recommendations against two "holds" and no "sells". The average price target projects a gain of 36% in the share price over the next 12 months.
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