Li Auto (LI) CTO Yan Xie Sells $696K of Stock

On June 15, 2026, Yan Xie, the Chief Technology Officer of Li Auto Inc. (NasdaqGS: LI), sold 96,588 shares of the company. The shares were sold at an average price of $7.21, amounting to a total transaction value of $696,399.48. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at Li Auto Inc.

Yan Xie was not the only insider active on June 15. Li Tie, the Chief Financial Officer, purchased 5,000,000 shares at no cost, while Yan Xie also acquired 200,000 shares for free. Additionally, Ma Donghui, the President, bought 7,500,000 shares at no cost. These transactions suggest a mix of selling and acquisition activities among Li Auto's top executives.

Other Institutional Activity in Li Auto

Institutional investors have also been active with Li Auto's stock. Renaissance Technologies reduced its holdings by 331,200 shares, leaving them with 7,110,639 shares valued at approximately $126.78 million. Meanwhile, Morgan Stanley increased its position by 871,034 shares, bringing its total to 3,786,866 shares worth about $67.52 million. SIH Partners added 1,231,187 shares, ending with 3,430,250 shares valued at $61.16 million. Citigroup significantly boosted its holdings by 1,470,186 shares, reaching a total of 2,787,853 shares valued at $49.71 million.

Li Auto Inc. Stock Up 11.9%

Shares of Li Auto Inc. (NasdaqGS: LI) are currently trading at $14.04. The company has a market capitalization of around $13.69 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 13.19. With a beta of 0.513, the stock is relatively less volatile compared to the broader market. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has ranged between $13.36 and $32.03. Its 50-day moving average is $16.88, while the 200-day moving average stands at $18.88.

Recent Earnings

Li Auto reported revenue of approximately $109.37 billion, though it experienced a revenue decline of 11.4%. The company is not currently profitable, with a net margin of -1.66% and a return on equity of -2.50%. The next earnings report is scheduled for August 27, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 10, 2026, HSBC maintained a 'hold' rating for Li Auto with a price target of $15.60. Barclays also maintained a 'hold' rating on May 29, with a target of $14.00. The consensus among analysts is a 'buy' with a mean target price of $18.54, based on 26 analyst opinions.

About Li Auto

Li Auto Inc. is a leading player in the energy vehicle market in China. The company designs, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles, including multi-purpose and sport utility vehicles. Headquartered in Beijing, Li Auto operates through various online and offline channels. Founded in 2015, the company is led by CEO Xiang Li and employs over 30,000 people.

Bottom Line

Yan Xie's recent sale of shares highlights ongoing executive transactions at Li Auto. Investors and analysts closely follow such insider activities for potential insights into company performance and sentiment. With a strong market position in China and a 'buy' consensus among analysts, Li Auto remains a company to watch. Remember, this information is based on filings and may not reflect current holdings.