Is Rivian (RIVN) a Buy Right Now?
A plain-English read on Rivian stock — what the chart and the numbers are saying today, with no jargon and no hype.
What this means, in plain English
Rivian is currently trading at $16.07, representing a daily decline of 4.35%. The stock is trending downward, as it remains below its 200-day average of $16.32. This average acts as a long-term benchmark for price health.
The RSI, or Relative Strength Index—a gauge of whether a stock has climbed too far, too fast—sits at 48.9. This neutral level suggests the stock is neither overbought nor oversold. With a P/E ratio of -9, the company is currently not generating a profit, which adds significant risk for new investors.
Should you buy Rivian stock?
Given the downward trend and negative earnings, buying now carries high risk. It is best to observe if the stock can hold its support level of $14.40 before considering any action. Patience is often the best strategy when a stock is struggling to find its footing.
Is RIVN a good stock for beginners?
Rivian is a volatile stock, meaning its price can swing wildly in short periods. With a 52-week range between $12.39 and $22.69, beginners should be aware that the company is still in a growth phase without consistent profits. It is generally not a stable choice for those just starting their investment journey.
What's driving RIVN right now
The company currently holds a P/E ratio of -9, indicating it is not yet profitable.
The stock price of $16.07 sits below the 200-day average of $16.32.
The stock has established a recent support level, or price floor, at $14.40.
The stock faces a recent resistance level, or price ceiling, at $17.16.
What Rivian actually does
Rivian Automotive, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and sells category-defining electric vehicles. It operates through two segments, Automotive, and Software and Services. The company offers consumer vehicles, including a two-row, five-passenger pickup truck under the R1T brand; and a three-row, seven-passenger sport utility vehicle under the R1S name. It also provides software and services, such as vehicle electrical architecture and software development, as well as Autonomy+, remarketing, vehicle repair and maintenance services, software subscriptions, vehicle accessories, financing, insurance, and other services. In addition, the company designs, develops, and manufactures the Rivian Adventure Network Direct Current fast chargers; and FleetOS, a proprietary, end-to-end centralized fleet management subscription platform. Further, it offers Rivian Commercial Van platform for Electric Delivery Van with collaboration with Amazon.com, Inc. Rivian Automotive, Inc. was founded in 2009 and is based in Irvine, California.
Rivian by the numbers
Wall Street consensus on RIVN is Hold. That is the analyst community's view, shown for context — it is not our read and not a recommendation.
Rivian's earnings history
Earnings per share for Rivian's last 4 reported financial years, as filed — EPS has risen over that span. We don't hold analyst consensus estimates for these periods, so no beat-or-miss judgement is shown.
| Period end | EPS reported |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | -3.07 |
| 2024-12-31 | -4.69 |
| 2023-12-31 | -5.74 |
| 2022-12-31 | -7.40 |
Who owns Rivian?
Institutions — pension funds, asset managers, index providers — hold 40.5% of RIVN, and the concentration matters: the largest single holder alone controls 10.97% of the company.
| Holder | Shares | % held |
|---|---|---|
| 158.36M | 10.97% | |
| 56.42M | 3.91% | |
| 43.21M | 2.99% |
Names withheld — plus 3 more records not shown.
See who owns itWhat Rivian insiders have been doing
Executives and directors must disclose their own trades in company stock. Of the last 6 disclosed transactions we hold for Rivian, 2 were sales and 0 were open-market purchases; the other 4 were awards, vesting or option exercises rather than a decision to buy or sell. Insiders sell for many ordinary reasons — scheduled plans, tax, diversification — so a sale is not by itself a signal.
| Insider | Date | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-20 | SELL | 8.0K | $128.4K | |
| 2026-08-18 | SELL | 13.1K | $190.7K | |
| 2026-07-20 | AWARD / VEST | 769 | — |
Names withheld — plus 3 more records not shown.
See which insidersThe numbers behind the read
Who in Washington has been trading RIVN?
Members of Congress must disclose trades over $1,000 within 45 days under the STOCK Act. 5 disclosures name RIVN — filed by 4 separate members and worth $19K–$110K combined (filings report bands, never exact amounts). 4 purchase-side, 1 sale-side, most recently on 2022-01-21.
| Member | Date | Action | Amount filed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-01-21 | BUY | $1,001 - $15,000 | |
| 2021-12-23 | SELL | $1,001 - $15,000 | |
| 2021-12-17 | BUY | $1,001 - $15,000 |
Names withheld — plus 2 more records not shown.
See which membersWith the price trending below key averages and no current profit, the safest approach is to remain on the sidelines.
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Beginner questions about RIVN
Should I buy RIVN stock?+
With the stock trending downward and trading below its 200-day average of $16.32, it is wise to be careful.
Is RIVN a good long-term investment?+
The company has a P/E ratio of -9, meaning it is not yet profitable, which makes long-term projections difficult for beginners.
Is RIVN a buy or a sell?+
The stock is currently down 4.35% and sits below its 50-day average of $16.48, suggesting it is not in a buying position.
Is RIVN overvalued?+
With a negative P/E ratio of -9, the valuation is tied to future expectations rather than current earnings.
Is RIVN a good stock for beginners?+
Its 52-week range of $12.39 to $22.69 shows high volatility, which can be difficult for new investors to manage.
Important disclaimer
This page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice, nor a recommendation, offer, or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold Rivian (RIVN) or any other security. The Money GPS is not a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, or financial planner, and no content here should be relied upon to make an investment decision.
The verdict, indicators, and commentary are generated automatically — in part using AI — from third-party market data (via Yahoo Finance) that may be delayed, incomplete, or inaccurate, and is provided “as is” without any warranty. Figures reflect the market as of 2026-08-28 and change constantly; the read above may already be out of date. A “Buy,” “Hold,” or “Be Careful” label is a simplified, rules-based signal for beginners — not a price target or a guarantee of any outcome.
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