LCID vs. PSNY

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

LCID (Lucid Group, Inc.) and PSNY (Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC Class A ADS) are both stocks. Both operate in the Auto Manufacturers industry within the Consumer Cyclical sector. Over the past 3 years, LCID returned -54.48%/yr vs -42.66%/yr for PSNY. At a 0.36 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

LCID vs. PSNY - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID) and Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC Class A ADS (PSNY). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, LCID achieves a -51.18% return, which is significantly lower than PSNY's -6.55% return.

LCID

• 1D: -3.73%
• 1M: -11.64%
• YTD: -51.18%
• 6M: -58.05%
• 1Y: -76.44%
• 3Y*: -54.48%
• 5Y*: -54.00%
• 10Y*: —

PSNY

• 1D: -0.50%
• 1M: -10.25%
• YTD: -6.55%
• 6M: 41.33%
• 1Y: -36.60%
• 3Y*: -42.66%
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

LCID vs. PSNY - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022
LCID Lucid Group, Inc.	-51.18%	-65.00%	-28.27%	-38.36%	-64.61%
PSNY Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC Class A ADS	-6.55%	-32.16%	-53.54%	-57.44%	-59.09%

Correlation

The correlation between LCID and PSNY is 0.12, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.12
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.31
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jun 24, 2022	0.36

Over the past year, the correlation between LCID and PSNY has dropped to 0.12 - well below their long-term average of 0.36, suggesting their price drivers have been diverging.

Fundamentals

EPS LCID : -$3.19 PSNY : -$32.22
PS Ratio LCID : 4.86 PSNY : 0.55
Total Revenue (TTM) LCID : $1.12B PSNY : $2.55B
Gross Profit (TTM) LCID : -$1.62B PSNY : -$828.47M
EBITDA (TTM) LCID : -$3.03B PSNY : -$417.20M

Return for Risk

LCID vs. PSNY — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

LCID

LCID Risk / Return Rank: 6
LCID Sharpe Ratio Rank: 5
LCID Sortino Ratio Rank: 2
LCID Omega Ratio Rank: 4
LCID Calmar Ratio Rank: 7
LCID Martin Ratio Rank: 10

PSNY

PSNY Risk / Return Rank: 27
PSNY Sharpe Ratio Rank: 25
PSNY Sortino Ratio Rank: 30
PSNY Omega Ratio Rank: 30
PSNY Calmar Ratio Rank: 24
PSNY Martin Ratio Rank: 26

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

LCID vs. PSNY - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID) and Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC Class A ADS (PSNY). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	LCID	PSNY	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	-0.98	-0.40	-0.58
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	-2.23	-0.05	-2.18
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	0.77	0.99	-0.22
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	-0.90	-0.52	-0.38
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	-1.33	-0.81	-0.52

LCID vs. PSNY - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current LCID Sharpe Ratio is -0.98, which is lower than the PSNY Sharpe Ratio of -0.40. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of LCID and PSNY, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

LCID vs. PSNY - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum LCID drawdown since its inception was -99.19%, roughly equal to the maximum PSNY drawdown of -96.92%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for LCID and PSNY.

Drawdown Indicators

	LCID	PSNY	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-99.19%	-96.92%	-2.27%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-84.98%	-70.78%	-14.20%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-94.21%	-91.66%	-2.55%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-99.15%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-99.11%	-94.88%	-4.23%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-76.31%	-80.86%	+4.55%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	57.59%	45.50%	+12.09%

Volatility

LCID vs. PSNY - Volatility Comparison

Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID) and Polestar Automotive Holding UK PLC Class A ADS (PSNY) have volatilities of 22.99% and 23.40%, respectively, indicating that both stocks experience similar levels of price fluctuations. This suggests that the risk associated with both stocks, as measured by volatility, is nearly the same. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	LCID	PSNY	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	22.99%	23.40%	-0.41%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	52.05%	66.74%	-14.69%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	78.17%	92.59%	-14.42%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	81.68%	84.61%	-2.93%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	86.74%	84.61%	+2.13%

Dividends

LCID vs. PSNY - Dividend Comparison

Neither LCID nor PSNY has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both LCID and PSNY in my portfolio?

LCID and PSNY have a correlation of 0.12, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, LCID or PSNY?

PSNY has higher volatility (23.40%) compared to LCID (22.99%). In terms of maximum drawdown, LCID dropped -99.19% vs PSNY's -96.92%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

PSNY currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (-0.40 vs -0.98), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.