Ferrari (RACE) News Today

Ferrari N.V. (NYSE: RACE) shares slipped amid a flurry of Formula 1–related headlines that underscored both positive publicity and growing concerns about team leadership and driver commitments. Investors are weighing upbeat PR moments against reports of broken promises to Lewis Hamilton, strategic missteps on the track and high-profile driver recruitment rumors.

• Positive Sentiment: Goodwood Revival footage showcases what may be “the best-sounding Ferrari ever built,” reinforcing the marque’s enduring brand appeal. Video: Is this the best-sounding Ferrari ever built?
• Positive Sentiment: Ferrari hinted at a major announcement ahead of its home race in Italy, fueling anticipation for new product or team developments. Ferrari hints big announcement before taking home race in Italy
• Neutral Sentiment: Ferrari management expressed public admiration for McLaren’s recovery but noted Red Bull’s dominance remains a cautionary tale. Ferrari admires McLaren, not so much Red Bull: 'Look what's happened there'
• Neutral Sentiment: Reports emerged that Ferrari has identified an F1 star to replace Lewis Hamilton, a reminder of ongoing driver-lineup speculation. Ferrari have F1 star identified to replace Lewis Hamilton
• Neutral Sentiment: Enthusiasts shared a creative time-lapse video of transforming cardboard into a Ferrari F1 car, adding to brand engagement. Transformation of a Cardboard Formula 1 into a Ferrari F1 Racing Car
• Negative Sentiment: Claims surfaced that Ferrari “broke” a promise to Lewis Hamilton that convinced him to join the team, raising governance and trust concerns. Ferrari 'broke 'trusted promise' they made Lewis Hamilton that convinced him to leave Mercedes
• Negative Sentiment: Ferrari’s F1 principal admitted he and Hamilton “stupidly” underestimated the challenge of the 2025 season, highlighting strategic miscalculations. Ferrari F1 boss admits he and Lewis Hamilton ‘stupidly’ underestimated 2025 challenge
• Negative Sentiment: Analysts urged Ferrari to “wake up” as fresh Lewis Hamilton replacement options emerge, suggesting investor skepticism about current leadership. Ferrari told to ‘wake up’ as new Lewis Hamilton replacement option emerges
• Negative Sentiment: Ex-Ferrari driver made a controversial claim about Hamilton from “inside the garage,” potentially undermining team morale. Ex-Ferrari driver makes controversial Lewis Hamilton claim from 'inside garage' ahead of Dutch GP
• Negative Sentiment: Lewis Hamilton edged closer to matching a dubious Ferrari podium record, underscoring on-track struggles. Lewis Hamilton edges closer to Ferrari’s unwanted podium record
• Negative Sentiment: Ferrari was called out for getting sidetracked by driver-transfer rumors while McLaren gained momentum on track. Vasseur exposes McLaren boon as Ferrari and Red Bull distracted by F1 rumours

Given this mix of positive brand showcases and troubling internal reports—particularly around leadership promises and strategic execution—investors appear cautious, driving RACE shares lower despite Ferrari’s strong fundamentals and recent earnings beat.