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Rivian (RIVN) Back in Focus After Analyst Upgrade Tied to R2 Launch Plans

December 21, 2025

Rivian (RIVN) Back in Focus After Analyst Upgrade Tied to R2 Launch Plans Ghazal Ahmed Mon, December 22, 2025 at 1:38 AM GMT+5:30 2 min read RIVN Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN) is one of the AI Stocks on the Market’s Radar. On December 18, Baird upgraded the stock to “Outperform” and also raised the price target to $25 from $18.

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The upgrade reflects the firm's growing optimism around product momentum and technological progress ahead of the R2 launch in 2026.
“We are upgrading RIVN to Outperform as we move into 2026 which is the year of the R2 launch.” The firm anticipates the launch of the R2, an upcoming all-electric mid-size SUV by Rivian, to act as a “boost” for the company’s brand, product demand, and overall stock.
The firm anticipates this boost as deliveries begin near mid-year.
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The company intends on building the R2 at its Normal, Illinois facility, with pricing estimated near $45000.

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Rivian (RIVN) Back in Focus After Analyst Upgrade Tied to R2 Launch Plans

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