SES AI Corporation

SES AI Corporation

SESยทNYSE

$1.33

-7.6%
Consumer CyclicalAuto - Parts

SES AI Corporation engages in the development and production of high-performance Lithium-metal rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles and other applications. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$484.68M
EPS-0.2200
P/E Ratio-6.05
Earnings Date08/03/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

Medium confidence

Valuation multiple is compressed (P/E -6.0).

Valuation inputs: P/E -6.0, earnings yield N/A, momentum -7.6%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is soft (ROE -34.0%, ROIC -32.9%).

Profitability stack: net margin -3.5%, ROE -34.0%, ROIC -32.9%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Risk profile is balanced but has notable pressure points to monitor.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +21.2%, momentum -7.6%, net margin -3.5%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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SES AI Corporation Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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Current Price
$1.33
EPS (TTM)
$-0.22

Performance Analysis

EPS Growth

+28.1%

Strong earnings growth indicates robust business expansion and improving profitability.

Price-EPS Relationship

Aligned

Stock price is moving in line with earnings growthโ€”a healthy sign of fundamental-driven valuation.

Stock Price Change

+36.8%

Over the 1Y period, stock price has increased by 36.8%.

P/E Ratio (TTM)

-6.0x

Relatively low P/E may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations.

Key Insight

Stock price (+36.8%) is outpacing earnings growth (+28.1%), suggesting the market may be pricing in future growth. Monitor if earnings can catch up to justify the valuation.

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SES AI Corporation Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that SES has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $1.33, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for SES AI Corporation.

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $1.33
3Y+22.0%
5Y+451.0%
10Y-99.0%
3Y-
5Y-
10Y+3131.0%
3Y+43.0%
5Y+426.0%
10Y+250.0%
3Y+26.0%
5Y+430.0%
10Y+582.0%
3Y-
5Y+411.0%
10Y+613.0%
3Y-38.0%
5Y+1009.0%
10Y+394.0%
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SES AI Corporation Profit Bridge

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Revenue21.00M
Cost of Goods Sold (9.69M)
Gross Profit11.31M
Operating Expenses (93.92M)
Operating Income-82.61M
Interest Expense (0.00)
Other Income/Expense9.80M
Pretax Income-72.81M
Income Tax (231.00K)
Net Income-73.04M
Net Income
-73.04M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

53.8%

Exceptional pricing power and cost management. The company retains over half of revenue after direct costs.

Operating Margin

-393.4%

Operating losses indicate the core business is unprofitable. Requires restructuring or revenue growth.

Net Profit Margin

-347.8%

Net losses indicate the company is burning cash. Sustainability depends on path to profitability.

Profitability Insight

Margin squeeze alert: Healthy gross margins but weak operating margins suggest excessive operating expenses. Cost optimization could unlock significant value.

53.84%
Gross Profit Margin
-15%
3Y-
5Y-
10Y-20.0%
-393.40%
Operating Profit Margin
-93%
3Y-
5Y-
10Y-89.0%
-347.81%
Net Profit Margin
-93%
3Y-
5Y-
10Y-89.0%
-34.01%
Return on Equity
-6%
3Y+161.0%
5Y-252.0%
10Y-32.0%
-26.79%
Return on Assets
-12%
3Y+131.0%
5Y-53.0%
10Y-29.0%
-32.94%
Return on Invested Capital
-7%
3Y+75.0%
5Y-49.0%
10Y-43.0%
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SES AI Corporation Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income-73.04M
Depreciation & Amortization10.29M
Stock-Based Compensation10.97M
Change in Working Capital-3.47M
Others-2.98M
Capital Expenditures-2.86M
Free Cash Flow-61.22M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

83.8%

Strong cash conversion. Most reported earnings translate into actual cash flow, suggesting solid fundamentals.

CapEx Intensity

-4.9%

Asset-light business model. Low capital requirements leave more cash available for shareholders and growth investments.

FCF Growth Trend

+21.8%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

-$3.47M

Minimal working capital impact on FCF. Changes in operating assets and liabilities well-managed.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Working capital strain: Significant cash tied up in operations. Monitor receivables collection, inventory turns, and payment terms to optimize cash conversion cycle.

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SES AI Corporation Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents46.94M
Net Receivables8.18M
Inventory6.96M
Other Current Assets7.75M
Total Current Assets201 M
Property, Plant & Equipment26.32M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets16.02M
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets9.09M
Total Non-Current Assets35 M
Total Assets
253.52M

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

6.86x

Excellent liquidity position. The company can easily cover its short-term obligations with substantial cushion.

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

0.25x

Conservative capital structure. The company relies primarily on equity financing, indicating low financial risk.

Working Capital

171 M

Strong working capital position provides significant operational flexibility and financial cushion.

Asset Composition

79% Current

Asset-light business model with high liquidity. Majority of assets are easily convertible to cash.

Financial Health Insight

Strong financial foundation: Excellent liquidity combined with conservative leverage suggests the company is well-positioned to weather economic uncertainties and fund growth opportunities.

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SES AI Corporation Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that SES stock may experience modest gains over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 1.40, with estimates ranging from a low of 1.40 to a high of 1.40.

Lowest Target
1.40
5.26%
Consensus Target
1.40
5.26%
Highest Target
1.40
5.26%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 1.40, with estimates ranging from a low of 1.40 to a high of 1.40.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+5.3%

Moderate upside. Analysts expect positive returns but with limited margin of safety. Consider entry timing.

Analyst Agreement

0.0% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Analyst Conviction

High

Positive outlook with reasonable agreement. Analysts generally optimistic about prospects with manageable uncertainty.

Market Sentiment Insight

Monitor and evaluate: Current analyst consensus suggests limited conviction or near-term catalysts. Stay informed on company developments and reassess positioning as new information emerges.

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SES AI Corporation Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $1.26M worth of SES shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

50.0K

60.01K

Net Activity

-60K

-$60K

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

350.0K

822.59K

Net Activity

-823K

-$823K

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

150.0K

285.23K

Net Activity

-285K

-$285K

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

91.8K

96.35K

Net Activity

-96K

-$96K

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
GH

Gan Hong

Officer: Chief Science Officer

500.0K sharesโ€ข4 transactions

$1.11M

2
PK

Pilkington Kyle

Officer: Chief Legal Officer

55.5K sharesโ€ข3 transactions

$66K

3
NJ

Nealis Jing

Officer: Chief Financial Officer

47.1K sharesโ€ข3 transactions

$47K

4
XK

Xu Kang

Officer: Chief Technology Officer

39.2K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$43K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $1.26M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$60K

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchasesโ€”may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

4 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.

No Dividend Yield Data

SES has not reported any dividend yield values in the available annual periods.

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ses Dividend History

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10Y CAGR +0%
Latest $0
Annual $0
Stable dividend payments
Last Period: +0%