In a market crowded with Warren Buffett-backed icons - from Coca-Cola’s (KO) dependable dividends to Apple’s (AAPL) tech empire - choosing just one stock in 2025 calls for clarity and conviction. That spotlight now turns to BYD Company (BYDDY), the electric vehicle (EV) powerhouse quietly redefining the global mobility game. 

What began as the Oracle of Omaha’s bold $230 million bet in 2008 has since become a multibillion-dollar stake and one of Berkshire Hathaway’s (BRK.A) (BRK.B) standout successes.

BYD is now going head to head with Tesla (TSLA) in global EV sales, offering everything from compact electric cars to luxury sedans and buses. It now reigns as the world’s largest seller of new-energy vehicles (NEVs). Beyond its scale and innovation, Buffett’s backing signals deep trust in BYD’s vision, execution, and long-term value.

For investors in 2025, that blend of next-gen growth and timeless Buffett discipline may be reason enough to snap up this EV leader.

About BYD Stock

Headquartered in Shenzhen, BYD Company (BYDDY) is a global leader in new energy technology, specializing in EVs, batteries, and renewable energy solutions. BYD has grown through deep vertical integration, cutting-edge battery innovation, and expanding global operations, and now boasts a market cap of $155.4 billion. With a global presence and strong support from governments and institutions, BYD is at the forefront of the global transition to sustainable transportation and clean energy solutions.

The overall performance of shares shows a quite optimistic trend. The stock has gained 49.1% in 2025, while over the past 52 weeks, it has surged 75.9%. 

There’s more to get excited about, as, despite such impressive gains, the stock is still at a discount compared to its historical average, currently trading at 20.43 times adjusted forward earnings and 1.45 times sales. However, the stock is trading above industry averages. 

BYDDY pays out $1.06 per American Depositary Receipt (ADR), translating to a yield of 1.04%. 

BYD’s Solid Q1 Earnings Results

BYD delivered a robust financial performance for Q1 2025 on April 25, reflecting its leadership in the global EV market. Operating revenue for the quarter reached 170.4 billion yuan, up 36.4% from the previous year’s quarter and above analyst expectations. At the bottom line, the company reported net income of 9.2 billion yuan, marking a 100.4% annual growth, while its EPS climbed 98.7% to 3.12 yuan.

BYD’s NEV sales surpassed 1 million units in Q1 2025, a 59.8% increase from the previous year, solidifying its position as the world’s top EV seller. The company also invested heavily in research and development, with R&D expenses totaling 14.2 billion yuan, a 34% annual increase, to support EV tech advancements. BYD’s Q1 2025 financial results underscore its strong market position and commitment to innovation despite challenges. 

BYD’s electric momentum is undeniable. In April-May alone, it moved 762,565 NEVs, over 400,000 of them all-battery EVs (BEVs), more than doubling Tesla’s tally. BYD's BEVs are once again outpacing its plug-in hybrids, signaling a decisive shift. With sharp R&D investments and a laser focus on NEV expansion, BYD is steering confidently through the high-voltage EV race.

Plus, despite facing steeper tariffs than Tesla, BYD just flipped the script in Europe. In April, it outsold Tesla in pure battery EV sales across the continent for the first time, marking a watershed moment, according to JATO Dynamics. While Tesla’s registrations fell 49% amid protests and declining momentum, BYD’s soared 359% year over year, surpassing European names like Fiat and Seat in key markets such as France. Even without its Hungarian plant online yet, BYD is expanding fast.   

But it is not stopping there. The EV giant is slashing prices, offering up to 34% discounts across 22 models through June. With in-house manufacturing muscle and cost advantages from its supplier leverage, BYD is pressing the competition hard. Though price wars can sting, BYD’s booming overseas margins give it more breathing room. In Europe, where Tesla once reigned, BYD is no longer the newcomer, it is the threat.

Analysts covering this EV giant are also optimistic about its prospects, expecting its EPS for 2025 to grow 33.8% annually to $5.15 and further by 19.4% to $6.15 in fiscal 2026.

What Do Analysts Expect for BYD Stock?

BYDDY has garnered significant attention from Wall Street, with a consensus rating of “Strong Buy” from all seven analysts currently covering the stock. This unanimous endorsement reflects the company’s robust financial performance and promising prospects in the burgeoning EV space. 

BYDDY’s average price target of $123.00 indicates a potential upside of 22% from the current price, signaling steady growth ahead.