What do you think of Nio $NIO's quarterly results?
Chinese electric car maker Nio reported its Q1 2022 results on Friday. While the results fell short of analysts' expectations, they showed surprising discipline in operating costs, which is positive news for investors.
Nia's revenue rose 24% year-over-year to $1.56 billion. However, the company's loss widened to $0.36 per share from $0.17 per share a year ago. Analysts had expected sales of $1.65 billion and a loss of $0.34 per share.
However, Nia's operating expenses rose only 8% to $1.72 billion, below analysts' expectations. The company also reaffirmed its full-year 2022 outlook, which calls for deliveries of between 23,000 and 25,000 vehicles. This suggests that supply chain issues and chip shortages will have a limited impact on Nio.
Investors positively received the report on operating cost discipline and Nio shares rose after the results were announced. The company is still generating losses, but investors believe in its long-term potential in the Chinese EV market. Cost control and confirmed guidance for 2022 are positive indicators that Nio can achieve profitability in the future.