Rivian Investors Grapple with Sluggish Sales and Tariff Headwinds

Rivian Automotive's second-quarter performance underscores the challenges facing the electric vehicle upstart. Revenue climbed 13% year-over-year to $1.3 billion, yet the company posted a $1.1 billion net loss—narrower than 2023's $1.5 billion deficit but worse than analysts' expectations. The adjusted EPS loss of $0.97 significantly missed FactSet's $0.80 consensus estimate.

While maintaining its 2025 delivery target of 40,000-46,000 vehicles, Rivian faces mounting pressure after gross losses resumed in Q2 ($206 million) following two quarters of profitability. The delayed R2 launch until 2026 and new tariffs on imported components compound operational hurdles. Revised EBITDA guidance now anticipates full-year losses of $2-$2.5 billion, up from prior $1 billion estimates.