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    WeRide (WRD) Joins HKEX Tech 100, Is The Valuation Gap Still Credible?

    Simply Wall St·09/01/2026 01:22:53
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    Index inclusion puts fresh focus on WeRide stock

    WeRide (WRD) is drawing fresh attention after its shares were added to the HKEX Tech 100 Index, with the change taking effect on September 14, 2026, following the latest quarterly review.

    Despite the index inclusion, WeRide’s recent share price momentum has been weak. The stock is at US$5.76 after a 1-day share price decline of 4.79% and a year-to-date share price decline of 38.66%, while the 1-year total shareholder return has also declined 38.46%.

    Compare WeRide with a curated group of peers by scanning 29 AI small caps that are also tied to AI and autonomous driving themes following recent index moves.

    So the question for investors is simple. With WeRide gaining index recognition yet carrying a recent 1 year share price decline, do the current valuation numbers still make sense next to the underlying business story?

    Most Popular Narrative: 59.1% Undervalued

    On the latest figures, the most followed narrative sees fair value for WeRide at $14.09 compared with the last close of $5.76, which is a wide gap that hinges on ambitious deployment and revenue plans.

    The dual deployment of L4 robotaxis and L2+ WePilot 3.0 ADAS in mass production vehicles from Chery EXEED and GAC allows data and software to be reused across product lines. This can spread R&D spending over a larger revenue base and potentially support higher group level margins.

    Read the complete narrative.

    Want to understand why this narrative sees so much value in WeRide at today’s price? The entire case leans on aggressive revenue compounding, margin repair from deep losses and a future earnings multiple that assumes strong market confidence. Curious which exact mix of growth, profitability and discount rate assumptions has to line up to get to that $14.09 figure.

    Result: Fair Value of $14.09 (UNDERVALUED)

    Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what's behind the forecasts.

    However, the WeRide story also depends on regulatory approvals staying on track and ride volumes meeting management’s utilization goals, and both factors could still disappoint.

    Find out about the key risks to this WeRide narrative.

    Another view on WeRide using market multiples

    The fair value narrative presents WeRide as significantly undervalued at $14.09, yet the market is pricing the stock very differently. On a P/S basis, WeRide trades around 15.3x, which is far above the US Auto Components industry on 0.6x and peers on 2.1x, while also exceeding a fair ratio of 4.6x that the market could move towards over time. That gap points to meaningful valuation risk if high growth and margin assumptions do not materialize as expected. Investors may want to consider how comfortable they are with paying such a premium relative to both the sector and the fair ratio.

    See what the numbers say about this price — find out in our valuation breakdown.

    NasdaqGM:WRD P/S Ratio as at Sep 2026
    NasdaqGM:WRD P/S Ratio as at Sep 2026

    Next Steps

    If the mixed sentiment around WeRide has you unsure, consider reviewing the underlying data and stress testing the bullish factors yourself. Start by checking the 2 key rewards.

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    If WeRide has your attention, do not stop there. Broaden your watchlist with focused stock ideas that line up with the kind of portfolio you want to build.

    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.