On the Dash: Lucid is shifting from rapid growth to financial discipline, signaling that profitability and execution now take priority over production volume. The delayed rollout of Lucid’s midsize platform could slow its ability to compete in the growing lower-priced premium EV segment. Strong backing from Saudi investors and a $3 billion liquidity position give the EV maker time to execute its turnaround despite continued losses. According to EV maker Lucid, it aims to achieve $1.4 billion in cash-flow improvements by 2026. The plan includes reducing capital spending by $500 million and cutting inventory by up to $800 million. CEO Silvio Napoli emphasized the need for better execution and stricter…
