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10 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
2 Reasons Why Now Is the Time to Buy Rivian Stock
Key Points Tesla is stealing the headlines with its robotaxi service. But Rivian is quietly building toward a revolutionary 2026. Investors would do well to pay attention to this upstart rival. 10 stocks we like better than Rivian Automotive › Tesla is stealing the headlines with its latest robotaxi service, which recently launched in Austin, Texas. Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ: RIVN), meanwhile, has stayed in the shadows due to a lack of flashy milestones. But if you're looking to buy an exciting electric car stock that could one day become the next Tesla, it's time to take a closer look at Rivian. In 2026, everything will change for Rivian Right now, Rivian shares trade at a sizable discount to competitors like Lucid Group and Tesla. Lucid stock trades at 7.1 times sales while Tesla shares trade at an 11.5 multiple. Rivian shares, however, trade at just 2.7 times sales. Much of this discount is warranted. Rivian's sales growth should be a lot slower this year than Lucid's. Tesla, meanwhile, has a significant capital advantage, as well as long-term upside from exciting opportunities like its robotaxi division. Starting in 2026, however, everything will change for Rivian, reenergizing growth rates right as the stock's valuation hovers around multi-year lows. In early 2026, Rivian expects to begin production of the R2, a midsize SUV with an expected price tag of around $45,000. Soon after, production of the R3 and R3X -- midsize SUVs with even lower starting price points -- is expected to begin. By the end of next year, Rivian will potentially more than double its current lineup, adding significantly more affordable options that will attract the attention of tens of millions of new buyers. It won't just be sales that climb next year. Rivian's gross margin may also improve due to greater economies of scale. Already, the company has experienced a 34% drop in R1 manufacturing costs simply by getting the R2 ready for production. Overall margins may suffer from the recent elimination of federal regulatory credits. But Rivian's long-term, normalized margins should be on the rise. With shares trading at multi-year lows, now is the time to buy Rivian before these financial catalysts kick in next year. Should you buy stock in Rivian Automotive right now? Before you buy stock in Rivian Automotive, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the for investors to buy now… and Rivian Automotive wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $652,133!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $1,056,790!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor's total average return is 1,048% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 180% for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join Stock Advisor. See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of July 15, 2025 Ryan Vanzo has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Tesla. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. 2 Reasons Why Now Is the Time to Buy Rivian Stock was originally published by The Motley Fool
Globe and Mail
10 hours ago
- Automotive
- Globe and Mail
Why Is Wall Street So Bullish on Tesla? Here's the $1 Trillion Reason
Key Points Some Wall Street analysts are ultra-bullish on Tesla stock. There's one catalyst responsible for this bullishness. These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › Dan Ives, a notable analyst at Wedbush Securities, has a $500 price target on Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock -- the highest of any analyst. Why is he so bullish? It all comes down to a $1 trillion opportunity that he thinks should send Tesla's stock price soaring for years to come. Ives loves Tesla's robotaxi division When it comes to electric car stocks, Tesla is king. The company produces more electric vehicles than any other automaker in North America. But it's not vehicle manufacturing that has Ives excited. Instead, he's brashly optimistic about the prospects for one key division: Tesla's fledgling robotaxi business. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue » "The vast majority of valuation upside looking ahead for Tesla is centered around the success of its autonomous vision taking hold with a key June launch in Austin," Ives wrote to investors earlier this year. Other Wall Street experts believe Tesla is kick-starting what should become a $10 trillion global robotaxi market. While Tesla's robotaxi division will take years to fully play out, Ives is surprisingly bullish about its near-term impact. Ives believes Tesla "remains the most undervalued AI play in the market today." He anticipates a $2 trillion valuation for Tesla over the next 12 to 18 months -- double Tesla's current market cap. To be clear, Ives is a clear outlier. The average Wall Street price target for Tesla right now is around $300 -- below Tesla's current trading price. But Ives and other analysts remain excited due to their expectations for Tesla's robotaxi opportunity. Tesla has the capital, manufacturing capacity, and brand name recognition to pull it off. But the timeline could be more stretched than Ives and others believe. Ives has dramatically increased and decreased his price targets in the past, so investors should conduct their own research and form their own conclusions. Don't miss this second chance at a potentially lucrative opportunity Ever feel like you missed the boat in buying the most successful stocks? Then you'll want to hear this. On rare occasions, our expert team of analysts issues a 'Double Down' stock recommendation for companies that they think are about to pop. If you're worried you've already missed your chance to invest, now is the best time to buy before it's too late. And the numbers speak for themselves: Nvidia: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2009, you'd have $447,134!* Apple: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2008, you'd have $40,090!* Netflix: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2004, you'd have $652,133!* Right now, we're issuing 'Double Down' alerts for three incredible companies, available when you join Stock Advisor, and there may not be another chance like this anytime soon. See the 3 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of July 14, 2025
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Automotive
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This Opportunity Could Spell Huge Success for Tesla
Key Points Tesla recently launched its robotaxi service in Texas. This could spawn a multitrillion-dollar market. These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has been stealing headlines with its latest robotaxi launch in Austin, Texas. Yet shares have fallen by 20% over the past six months. If you're looking to buy into this iconic growth stock at a discount, this could be your best chance in years. Tesla's robotaxi division could lead a $10 trillion global market On the surface, Tesla shares look pricey versus the competition. Shares trade at 11.5 times sales. Electric vehicle (EV) stocks Rivian Automotive and Lucid Group, meanwhile, trade at 2.7 times sales and 7.1 times sales, respectively. But looking at the robotaxi opportunity alone, Tesla's premium could be worth it. Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Investment Management, believes the robotaxi market will be huge. "We think $8 to $10 trillion for the entire autonomous taxi opportunity throughout the world, from almost nothing," Wood said in March. "That's how quickly AI is going to cause these things to happen." Within the next five years, Wood predicts Tesla's share price to reach $2,600. (It closed Wednesday at $322.) More than 90% of that increase, she believes, will be due to the robotaxi opportunity. Wood is known for her bold predictions. This time, however, she's not alone. Analyst Dan Ives believes the robotaxi opportunity could add $1 trillion in value to Tesla's market cap by the end of 2026. In reality, the robotaxi opportunity will likely take years to fully play out. It could even take decades. But Tesla has two advantages that most of its competition lacks: brand recognition and access to capital. With a $950 billion market cap, Tesla can raise billions of dollars while barely diluting current shareholders. And while its brand image has taken a hit recently, surveys show that the vast majority of Tesla owners remain fanatical about the business. Tesla's robotaxi opportunity is huge. Its brand and capital advantages make it a long-term buy for robotaxi bulls. Don't miss this second chance at a potentially lucrative opportunity Ever feel like you missed the boat in buying the most successful stocks? Then you'll want to hear this. On rare occasions, our expert team of analysts issues a 'Double Down' stock recommendation for companies that they think are about to pop. If you're worried you've already missed your chance to invest, now is the best time to buy before it's too late. And the numbers speak for themselves: Nvidia: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2009, you'd have $447,134!* Apple: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2008, you'd have $40,090!* Netflix: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2004, you'd have $652,133!* Right now, we're issuing 'Double Down' alerts for three incredible companies, available when you join , and there may not be another chance like this anytime soon.*Stock Advisor returns as of July 14, 2025 Ryan Vanzo has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Tesla. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This Opportunity Could Spell Huge Success for Tesla was originally published by The Motley Fool Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Why Do Millennials Look So Young? A Dermatologist and Stylist Explain The TikTok Mystery
Why do millennials look so young? TikTok is posting about it. Reddit is discussing it. And Google is going googoo over it. Seriously—the query has skyrocketed up 1,140 percent since last year. As an (apparently) weathered Gen X reporter and millennial ally, I wanted to explore the secrets of this demographic, born from 1981 to 1996 (now 29 to 44 years old), who are getting noticed for looking younger than not only previous generations, but also Gen Z, the generation that was minding its own business growing up, and is now 13 to 28. Yep, there's the idea that millennials look younger than generations before or after…which, if true, is an interesting concept and begs the question of why. So, leaving aside the raised eyebrows of my generation and the questions of how this may be a widespread millennial confirmation bias and why 'looking young' is a goal anyway (I'm a older Gen Xer, so I've settled into my crows feet a bit by now), I turned to a stylist and a dermatologist to get the story on how and why millennials look so young. Millennial Moms Love to Blast Boomers on TikTok (But Here's Why I Think They've Got it All Wrong) Meet the Experts Dr. Kellie Reed is a board-certified dermatologist who practices at Westlake Dermatology in Austin, Texas. Dr. Reed specializes in aesthetic skincare and general medical dermatology. In her practice, she uses an artistic eye for using neuromodulators (botox, dysport), dermal fillers, laser and more. Samantha Dawn is a personal stylist and style coach with personal clients worldwide. She's been featured in Harper's Bazaar, InStyle, Good Morning America and more, and has styled on sets of shoots for major brand companies. Do Millennials Really Look Younger Than Previous Generations? Paramount Television Judging by classic TV, you'd have to say yes. For example, Ted Danson was 35 and Shelly Long was 33 when they began filming the hit show Cheers, which aired from 1982 to 1993. By today's standards they look a solid ten years older than people that age today. 'Mind blowing! Frazier at 27 looks like he is middle aged. says one Redditor. 'I have been watching Cheers since I was 6 years old and outside of Woody, they all seemed like they were in their 40s the whole time.' Why? According to Dr. Reed, as a dermatologist she sees sunscreen usage as the top factor in how old someone looks. 'Sunscreen and sun protection is the number one tool to keep a youthful glow, minimizing melasma, sun spots, fine lines and expediting collagen loss,' she says. While Boomers and Gen Xers didn't have doctors and media messages telling them to wear sunscreen at all times, millennials were slathered with sunscreen by helicopter parents and then took over the job themselves. Dr. Reed says that style choices also impact the perception of age. 'Millennials have delayed adulthood (mortgages, children, etc.) and also tend to keep up with current style trends,' she says. 'Previous generations typically changed their style and vibe once they entered parenthood whereas many millennials will still keep in line with current trends including hair, piercings and clothing choices. This overall appearance of dress or presentation can make someone appear more youthful.' Is Gen Z Really Aging Faster Than Millennials? Dr. Reed sees cultural pressures and lifestyle aspects as contributing to Gen Z aging faster than millennial (TikTokker Jordan Howlett's post about being a rapidly aging Gen Zer has 3.6 million views). 'It's thought that Gen Z is a more stressed generation, and this can show on the skin via increased cortisol levels. Increased cortisol levels affect collagen and inflammation,' Dr. Reed says. But today, we have lots of dermatological interventions to reverse signs of aging, right? Yes, according to Dr. Reed, but 'Gen Z also has access to more tools—fillers, Botox, lasers, etc. at a younger age. These things are great when used appropriately and in moderation. Filler or Botox overuse can paradoxically make someone appear older.' So, Why Do Millennials Look So Young? Besides taking care of their skin, millennials may look so young due to psychological aspects. Stylist Samantha Dawn shared a tantalizing perspective: 'Millennials are at the point in their lives where they've done a lot of self-reflection and healing. This journey has allowed themselves to do things they maybe weren't able to do as a child, such as wearing make up, having tinsel in their hair, having fun toys their parents would have said no to and wearing clothes that actually make them feel the way they want to,' she says. 'As a personal stylist that incorporates psychology in helping women find their style, a lot of my clients are millennials," Dawn explains. "Majority of the time, what they're missing in their style is the personal part of it. A lot of what they end up wanting in their style, is what they weren't able to have when they were younger. For example, a lot of my clients are craving more femininity in their outfits. It makes sense because as a child, they were taught being feminine is "weak" or that they would get unwanted attention. Now millennials know their power and they are all owning who they are confidently.' To which I say, I knew it: Blokette Core is a strike against the patriarchy! Bottom Line Personally speaking, in the whole 'millennials look younger than any generation ever has or ever will,' I think there are equal amounts of truth and confirmation bias. As a Gen Xer, I say this from my own perspective—I remember what it was like to turn 40 and think, wow, I don't look like what I thought 40 was going to look like. But, frankly, it was as much from staying out of the sun, not having enough money to inject too many substances into my face (only a few!) and a penchant for aping what the kids were wearing. (Yep, I have a Labubu on my bag right now, and 40 was a long time ago.) However, I do think that there's more pressure on Gen Z these days than was put on millennials, Xers or boomers, and that's showing up in all kinds of stress reactions, including sleep disruption, vaping and poor nutrition, which all show up on the skin. Additionally, Dr. Reed reports that today, misinformation may be a roadblock to solutions. 'There are myths circulating how sunscreen is only needed when outside or on sunny days (UV penetrates clouds and windows so SPF is needed daily) or opting out of sunscreen due to misinformation regarding it and/or thinking SPF in makeup is good enough (its not),' she says. Noted: And it's worth remembering that SPF is not only an anti-aging strategy—it prevents skin cancer. Ultimately, I stand with the balanced perspective of Redditor OK-Avocado464: 'A lot of aging is just genetic but people act like it's some personal failure if someone looks old. I even saw this TikTok where this older lady was showing how her skin looks at her age without any filters/surgery/etc and the comments were vile, saying she needs to wear more sunscreen even though she looks completely normal for her age and in my opinion was very pretty but people are so online they forget what real faces look like up close without any blurring filters.' We're all beautiful, people—now let's put some SPF on the next 25-year-old Gen Zer we see. TikTok Is Begging Millennials to Stop Doing *This* When Applying Their Makeup Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
2 Reasons Why Now Is the Time to Buy Lucid Group Stock
Key Points Lucid Group is down for the year. But the company could be about to replicate Tesla's growth model. 10 stocks we like better than Lucid Group › Headlines for electric vehicle (EV) stocks are being dominated by Tesla's robotaxi launch in Austin, Texas. Lucid Group (NASDAQ: LCID), meanwhile, had quietly lost nearly 25% of its value in 2025 before bouncing back this week on news of a deal with Uber. However, Lucid could soon reach some exciting milestones. If you're looking to buy into the next Tesla, this could be your chance. Lucid Group could be the next Tesla for two reasons Lucid is doing a great job at mimicking Tesla's proven strategy for growth. First, it launched its luxury Air sedan and Gravity SUV platforms -- high-priced models similar to Tesla's Model S and Model X vehicles. Next, it plans to launch several more affordable vehicles to compete directly with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3 vehicles, both of which have starting prices under $50,000. When Tesla launched its affordable models, sales went on to double, then triple, in the years that followed. Today, the Model Y and Model 3 account for 90% of Tesla's vehicle revenue. By launching its own affordable models, Lucid has the opportunity to repeat this success story. According to management, these new models should start production by the end of 2026. But there's actually another catalyst that could make Lucid an even more compelling long-term buy. Several analysts believe that most of Tesla's value over the next decade won't be derived from selling cars. Instead, Tesla's dominance will depend on services like its new robotaxi division. Similarly, Lucid's long-term value may be more related to services than manufacturing. Earlier this year, Peter Rawlinson, Lucid's outgoing CEO, stressed that the company's software and technology stack could eventually be licensed to other automakers worldwide. "I'd love it to be 20-80," Rawlinson said. "Twenty percent doing cars, 80% licensing." Licensing should come with higher profit margins, and perhaps a more durable economic moat. With a paltry $7 billion market cap, Lucid is a great investment for patient and aggressive growth investors. Should you buy stock in Lucid Group right now? Before you buy stock in Lucid Group, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the for investors to buy now… and Lucid Group wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $687,149!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $1,060,406!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor's total average return is 1,069% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 180% for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join Stock Advisor. See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of July 15, 2025 Ryan Vanzo has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Tesla and Uber Technologies. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. 2 Reasons Why Now Is the Time to Buy Lucid Group Stock was originally published by The Motley Fool
