Hesai Group is engaged in the development, manufacture, and sales of three-dimensional light detection and ranging solutions, or LiDAR... Show more
Hesai Group is a Shanghai-based technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures advanced three-dimensional LiDAR sensors and perception software. Its products support advanced driver-assistance systems, autonomous vehicles, robotics, industrial automation, and mapping applications. The company has built a broad portfolio spanning long-range automotive LiDAR, blind-spot sensors, and integrated software for object detection and data fusion.
Hesai has become a leading global supplier of automotive LiDAR, with its sensors featured across a wide range of Chinese and international vehicle platforms. The company has announced a strategic supply relationship with Mercedes-Benz for Level 3 autonomy programs in Europe and China, supported by manufacturing capacity in Thailand. Its newer initiatives include the Picasso 6D full-color LiDAR chip, the ETX platform, and a Strategic Growth Initiatives segment focused on spatial intelligence and robotic actuation.
Over the 30-day window ending August 14, 2026, HSAI rose from $15.85 to $18.21, a gain of 14.9%. The move was not linear. The stock touched a 52-week intraday low of $14.29 on July 24, then rallied into early August, reaching a closing level of $19.30 on August 10 before pulling back to $18.21 on August 14.
The longer three-month picture is more mixed. From the $22.44 close on May 15, 2026, HSAI declined roughly 18.9% to the August 14 close. That means the recent 30-day advance represents a partial recovery from a deeper multi-month drawdown rather than a move to new highs.
The 30-day rebound was led by a combination of oversold conditions, improving sector sentiment, and positioning ahead of quarterly results. After falling to $14.29 in late July, HSAI benefited from renewed investor interest in LiDAR and autonomous-driving names as China signaled continued policy support for intelligent connected vehicles and advanced driver-assistance technologies.
Company-specific factors also supported the recovery. MarketBeat data showed a consensus Buy rating among six analysts and an average price target near $31.50 as of early August. Filings indicated institutional ownership around 48.5%, with several institutional investors adding to or initiating positions. The company also confirmed plans to report second-quarter results on August 18, focusing attention on shipment momentum and the RMB850 million to RMB900 million revenue guidance range.
At the same time, trading remained volatile. A 5.6% decline on August 14 showed that profit-taking and broader market swings still affect the stock even during an upswing.
The three-month decline reflected a disconnect between improving operating results and more cautious market sentiment. In May, Hesai reported first-quarter net revenue of RMB680.6 million, up about 30% year over year, with LiDAR shipments of 471,723 units and GAAP net income of RMB18.3 million. Management also guided for 20% to 27% year-over-year second-quarter revenue growth and reaffirmed a 2026 shipment target of 3.0 million to 3.5 million units.
Despite those figures, shares came under pressure as analysts and investors focused on blended average selling price declines, uncertainty around second-quarter electric-vehicle shipment trends, and the costs associated with newer strategic growth initiatives. Broader concerns about competitive pricing, margin durability, and U.S.-China technology tensions added to the cautious tone. The late-July low and subsequent recovery suggest that the market had priced in much of that caution before the most recent rebound.
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The most immediate catalyst is the second-quarter report scheduled for August 18, 2026. Investors will likely compare reported revenue and LiDAR shipments against guidance, assess gross margin trends, and watch for any updates to full-year shipment and profitability targets. The company has also scheduled an extraordinary general meeting for August 28, which may draw attention to shareholder proposals.
Longer term, the key drivers include execution of the Mercedes-Benz Level 3 supply agreement, the ramp of ETX production, and the commercialization of the Strategic Growth Initiatives segment. Competitive pricing across the LiDAR industry, average selling price trends, EV and autonomous-driving demand in China, and U.S.-China trade or regulatory developments remain important risk factors. Investors should monitor shipment data, margin commentary, and customer adoption rather than treating the recent rebound as a standalone signal.
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Disclaimers and LimitationsThe 10-day RSI Oscillator for HSAI moved out of overbought territory on August 14, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. Traders may want to look at selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 18 instances where the indicator moved out of the overbought zone. In of the 18 cases the stock moved lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move down at .
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on August 21, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on HSAI as a result. In of 68 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for HSAI turned negative on August 24, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 28 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 28 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where HSAI declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for HSAI entered a downward trend on August 04, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. of 50 cases where HSAI's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are .
HSAI moved above its 50-day moving average on September 03, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for HSAI crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on August 07, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 11 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where HSAI advanced for three days, in of 181 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
HSAI may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (2.178) is normal, around the industry mean (2.933). P/E Ratio (36.710) is within average values for comparable stocks, (70.861). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.515) is also within normal values, averaging (0.971). HSAI has a moderately low Dividend Yield (0.000) as compared to the industry average of (0.026). P/S Ratio (5.889) is also within normal values, averaging (49.502).
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating slightly worse than average price growth. HSAI’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating slightly better than average sales and a considerably profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. HSAI’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 87, placing this stock worse than average.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
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