iShares MSCI South Korea ETF vs Li Auto Inc — how do they compare? iShares MSCI South Korea ETF trades at $173.62, while Li Auto Inc trades at $12.62 (market cap $12.28B). The key difference: iShares MSCI South Korea ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, Li Auto Inc nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWY | LI | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $219.20 | $26.69 |
52-Week Low | $71.22 | $11.74 |
Market Cap | — | $12.28B |
Enterprise Value | — | $1.11B |
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Li Auto (LI) trades at $12.84, down 0.85% on the day, with bearish technical signals and mixed earnings performance. The company reported declining revenue from $144.5B in 2024 to $112.3B in 2025, with net income dropping to $1.12B. Recent vehicle launches including the Li L6 and L8 aim to boost deliveries amid intense Chinese EV competition.
While analyst consensus suggests moderate upside to $14.80 price target, significant risks include declining profitability, negative cash flow trends, and competitive pressures in China's EV market. The stock faces headwinds from execution challenges and macroeconomic uncertainties affecting the auto sector.
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EWY tracks the MSCI Korea 25/50 Index, offering targeted exposure to large and mid-cap companies in South Korea. It is structurally centered on the global technology supply chain, industrials, and financial services, serving as a liquid tool for investors seeking a single-country view of this advanced, innovation-led economy.
Read more on EWY →Li Auto is a leading Chinese NEV manufacturer that designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart NEVs. The company started volume production of its first model Li One in November 2019. The model is a six-seater, large, premium plug-in electric SUV equipped with a range extension system and advanced smart vehicle solutions. It sold over 90,000 EVs in 2021, accounting for about 2.7% of China's passenger new energy vehicle market. Beyond Li One, the company will expand its product line, including both BEVs and PHEVs, to target a broader consumer base.
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