Rivian (RIVN) Q4 2025 Results Show Strong R2 Pre-Production Performance, Stifel Raises Price Target

Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) ranks among the best sustainability stocks to invest in. On February 17, Stifel increased its price target for Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) shares to $20 from $17, while retaining a Buy rating on the company’s shares. The firm noted Rivian’s fourth-quarter 2025 results and projections as evidence that the company can excel in a variety of areas, including rising margins and strong pre-production evaluations of the R2 vehicle.

Stifel highlighted that Rivian’s 2026 delivery target of 62,000 to 67,000 units outperformed its pre-release projection of 52,000 units. The estimate includes an expected robust second-half ramp in R2 output.

The firm stated that important considerations for Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) over the year will be R2 sales performance and evidence supporting predictions of rising automotive margins as R2 production expands.

Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) designs, develops, and manufactures category-defining electric vehicles and accessories. Its operations are divided into the following segments: Automotive, Software, and Services.

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