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LUCID MOTORS DENIES BANKRUPTCY RUMORS

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
TUE, JUL 14, 2026

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Lucid Motors rejected reports that it was considering bankruptcy, calling the claims "completely false." The denial came after the company's stock plunged more than 50% following the initial report.

The electric vehicle maker issued a statement pushing back against speculation about its financial viability. The sharp stock decline underscores investor concerns about the company's cash position and path to profitability. Lucid has faced significant challenges in scaling production and managing cash burn since going public in 2021. The company has secured funding from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, though questions persist about its long-term runway. No additional details were provided in the denial. Lucid's response aims to stabilize investor confidence following the dramatic market reaction to the bankruptcy speculation.

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