Aurora builds "Aurora Driver," an integrated system of h/w, s/w, & data services designed to enable vehicles to drive autonomously. It includes sensors like lidar, radar, and cameras with the computing power to make driving decisions.
$AUR rose 29% today after announcing they'll use $NVDA hardware in a future autonomous trucking system. Only thing is, they've been using Nvidia hardware for the last 7 years and it's AUR's own R&D that'll determine when (if ever) they roll out driverless trucks at scale.
Aurora Innovation (AUR) Soars 29% on Tuesday: Is This the Beginning of a Turnaround?
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Aurora Innovation ( $Aurora Innovation(AUR)$ ), a leading autonomous vehicle technology company, experienced a significant surge in its stock price on Tuesday, closing at $8.39—an impressive 29.08% increase from the previous day. The substantial rise in Aurora's stock is primarily attributed to the announcement of a long-term partnership with Nvidia ( $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ ) and Continental to develop and deploy autonomous trucks. This collaboration involves integrating Nvidia's DRIVE Thor platform and DriveOS operating system into Aurora's self-driving technology, with Continental expected to commence mass production of the necessary hardware by 2027. Aurora plans to launch its autonomous trucking service in Texas in April 2025. Company Overview Aurora Innovation focuses on developing the Aurora Driver, a platform that integrates hardware, software, and data services for self-driving vehicles across various segments, including passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks. Founded in 2017, the company has been at the forefront of the autonomous vehicle industry, with substantial investments and partnerships from major players like Toyota, Volvo, and now Nvidia. Fundamentals and Financials Revenue: Aurora Innovation has yet to generate significant revenue from its autonomous driving solutions, as the technology is still in the deployment phase. The company's revenue for recent quarters has been minimal, reflecting its pre-revenue status typical for tech innovators in the autonomous vehicle space. Earnings Per Share (EPS): The company reported an EPS of -$0.13 in its latest earnings release, missing the consensus estimate of -$0.115. This negative EPS is reflective of the high research, development, and operational costs associated with scaling up such technology. Balance Sheet: Aurora boasts a strong balance sheet with a current ratio of 13.71, indicating good short-term liquidity. However, the company's debt-to-equity ratio is very low at 0.06, showing minimal leverage but also highlighting that growth has been primarily funded by equity rather than debt. Market Cap: With a market capitalization now hovering around $11.17 billion post-rally, Aurora's valuation reflects investor optimism about its future in autonomous trucking. Ratings and Analyst Outlook Current Ratings: Analysts currently hold a mixed view, with an average rating of "Hold" according to recent reports. However, the announcement has led to some analysts revising their price targets upward, with one analyst setting a new target at $10. Future Outlook: The long-term outlook for Aurora Innovation could be promising if it successfully navigates the complex landscape of autonomous vehicle technology deployment. The partnership with Nvidia is seen as a catalyst for operational scaling and could lead to revenue generation in the next few years. Insiders are negative as most recent trades are selling in $Aurora Innovation(AUR)$ In the last 100 trades, there were 48.28 million shares bought and 42.68 million shares sold. The last trade was made 7 days ago by Bhatt Shailen who bought 32.26 thousand shares. For the period there have been more stocks bought than sold among the insiders, but most of the latest transactions have been insiders selling. There can be a variety of reasons for this, but the stock should be watched more closely. Conclusion Aurora Innovation's stock price has seen a remarkable jump, fueled by strategic partnerships and the broader market's optimism about autonomous technology. While the company is still pre-revenue with continuous operating losses, the recent developments suggest a potential pivot towards commercialization. Investors are advised to watch for further updates on deployment timelines and regulatory approvals, which will be critical for Aurora's transition from a tech innovator to a revenue-generating entity. @TigerWire @Daily_Discussion
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