Jefferies downgraded Li Auto (LI) from Buy to Hold, citing intensifying competition and market share losses extending into 2026, while slashing the price target by 39.24%.
- The firm drastically cut the price target to $17.50 from $28.80.
- The analyst noted margin pressures and flagged rivals like Huawei and XPeng as key competitive threats.
- Despite the bearish note, the stock showed a muted reaction, closing at $16.71, amid record high short interest of 9.6% in its HK shares.