Lion Electric shares surge over 100% after creditor relief and job cuts

Shares of Lion Electric Co. rose as much as 96% on the Toronto Stock Exchange, marking a record intraday gain. Shares were up as much as 180% at one point during Monday’s session.

This leap in stock value occurred following the electric vehicle maker’s announcement over the weekend that it had secured temporary relief from its creditors.

In addition, the company revealed plans to lay off 400 workers and suspend operations at its manufacturing facility in Illinois. Despite the initial spike, the stock later receded, relinquishing about half of its earlier gains.

The company’s U.S.-listed shares also saw a sharp increase, with prices soaring up to 60% before trading was temporarily halted in New York.

The company’s shares have declined by 80% since the beginning of the year. This significant drop positions Lion Electric as the index’s worst performer year to date.

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