What's Going On With Rivian Automotive Stock?
Portfolio Pulse from Erica Kollmann
Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) shares are trading higher despite a 33% decline over the past month. DJ Novotney, a former Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) VP of hardware engineering, is joining Rivian as SVP of vehicle programs. Additionally, rumors suggest a March 2024 launch for Rivian's R2 model, based on a Laguna Beach City Council agenda report about a planned event titled 'Rivian R2 Launch'.

January 29, 2024 | 4:13 pm
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Rivian's stock is up after hiring DJ Novotney from Apple and amid rumors of the R2 model launch in March 2024.
The hiring of a high-profile executive from Apple and the anticipation of a new vehicle launch are positive signals for investors, potentially leading to increased investor confidence and a short-term rise in stock price.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 90
NEUTRAL IMPACT
Apple's former VP of hardware engineering, DJ Novotney, has left to join Rivian as SVP of vehicle programs.
While the departure of a VP may have some impact, Apple's large size and depth of talent pool likely mitigate the short-term effect on its stock.
CONFIDENCE 70
IMPORTANCE 40
RELEVANCE 30