'It's Close:' Lucid CEO Says Cheaper EV To Rival Tesla Model 3/Y Coming Sooner Than 2030
Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf
Lucid Group Inc (NASDAQ:LCID) CEO Peter Rawlinson announced that the company's new mid-sized EV, priced around $50,000 to compete with Tesla's Model 3 and Y, will be launched sooner than 2030. Initially stated for mid-late decade, the timeline has been misquoted as 2030. The development of this vehicle is part of Lucid's strategy to enter the high-volume family car market after its premium Air sedan and Gravity SUV. Additionally, Lucid plans to enter the UK market with right-hand drive cars, with a timeline set for late 2025.

December 21, 2023 | 12:25 pm
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Lucid's announcement to launch a mid-sized EV that competes with Tesla's Model 3 and Y could increase competition for Tesla, potentially impacting TSLA's stock in the short term.
Lucid's move to introduce a more affordable EV directly targets Tesla's customer base for the Model 3 and Y. This could lead to increased competition in the EV market, which may concern Tesla investors and potentially exert downward pressure on TSLA's stock price in the short term.
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Lucid's announcement of an earlier launch for its mid-sized EV and UK market entry plans could generate investor optimism, potentially boosting LCID's stock in the short term.
The news of an earlier than expected launch for a more affordable EV positions Lucid to tap into a larger market segment, which could increase sales volume and revenue potential. The entry into the UK market further expands Lucid's global footprint. Both factors are likely to be viewed positively by investors, potentially leading to a short-term increase in LCID's stock price.
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