Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-02-07 01:50Core Viewpoint - NIO has announced its first quarterly profit, projecting an adjusted operating profit of between 700 million to 1.2 billion RMB for Q4 2025, marking a significant milestone for the company after years of losses [4][10]. Financial Performance - NIO's revenue guidance for Q4 2025 is between 32.758 billion to 34.039 billion RMB, with a gross profit margin expected to improve to 13.9% [6]. - The company delivered 124,807 vehicles in Q4 2025, achieving its delivery target of 120,000 to 125,000 units, with December alone seeing a record delivery of 48,000 vehicles [5][10]. - The ES8 model was a key contributor to sales, with December sales reaching 22,000 units, accounting for approximately 70% of total monthly sales [6][10]. Sales and Market Strategy - The launch of the third-generation ES8 in September 2025, with a starting price reduced to 406,800 RMB, has significantly boosted sales, with over 100,000 orders confirmed shortly after its release [8][10]. - The sub-brand Lado has also performed well, with monthly sales exceeding 10,000 units since its launch in July 2025, peaking at 11,722 units in October [8][10]. Debt and Financial Health - As of Q3 2025, NIO's total assets were 112.044 billion RMB, with total liabilities at 99.956 billion RMB, resulting in a debt-to-asset ratio of approximately 89.2% [11]. - The company has reduced its net loss to 3.481 billion RMB in Q3 2025, but still faces liquidity pressures due to current liabilities exceeding current assets [11][12]. Future Outlook - NIO aims for a 40%-50% annual sales growth target for 2026, projecting total sales of approximately 456,000 to 489,000 vehicles [25]. - The company plans to focus on AI technology across its operations and introduce three new models, including the ES9 and a new version of the ES7, while expanding its presence in over 210 cities [25].