Group 1: Overall Market Performance - In January 2026, the pickup truck market in China saw strong growth, with sales reaching 49,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 22.5%, marking a high point for the same period in the last five years [1] - Pickup truck production in January 2026 was 52,000 units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 29.3% [1] - The export of pickup trucks in January 2026 was 28,000 units, representing a year-on-year increase of 12% but a month-on-month decrease of 13% [1] Group 2: Leading Companies - Great Wall Motors maintained its leading position in the pickup truck market, with strong performance both domestically and internationally [1] - Other notable companies included SAIC Maxus, JAC Motors, Changan Automobile, and Zhengzhou Nissan, which showed strong performance driven by continuous export growth [1] - In the domestic retail market, the top performers were Great Wall pickups, JMC, Zhengzhou Nissan, Radar Auto, and Jiangxi Isuzu, maintaining a "one strong, many strong" market structure [1] Group 3: Export Trends - The export share of pickup trucks is projected to reach 45% of total sales in 2024, 50% in 2025, and 54% in January 2026, indicating a significant growth trend for Chinese pickup brands in international markets [1] - The strong growth of new Chinese pickup brands is largely driven by exports, contributing positively to the overall export performance of Chinese pickups [1] Group 4: New Energy Pickup Trucks - In January 2026, sales of new energy pickup trucks reached 6,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 18% and a month-on-month increase of 6%, outperforming the overall pickup growth rate [2] - Major contributors to new energy pickup sales included BYD with 3,150 units, Geely Radar with 1,241 units, Zhengzhou Nissan with 785 units, and Changan with 410 units [2] - The market for new energy pickups is expected to grow rapidly to meet both domestic and international demand as the market develops [2]

Group 1: Core Insights - The pickup truck market is experiencing strong growth, with sales reaching 49,000 units in January 2026, a year-on-year increase of 22.5%, marking a high level for the same period in the past five years [2] - Production of pickup trucks in January 2026 was 52,000 units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 29.3% [2] - Great Wall Motors continues to lead the pickup truck market, with strong performance both domestically and internationally, supported by consistent export growth [2] Group 2: Export Performance - In January 2026, the total export of pickup trucks reached 28,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 12%, although it saw a month-on-month decline of 13% [2] - The export share of pickup trucks is projected to reach 45% of total sales in 2024, 50% in 2025, and 54% in January 2026, indicating a robust growth trajectory for Chinese pickup truck brands in international markets [2] Group 3: New Energy Pickup Trucks - Sales of new energy pickup trucks in January 2026 were 6,000 units, showing an 18% year-on-year increase and a 6% month-on-month increase, outpacing the overall growth rate of the pickup truck market [3] - Major contributors to new energy pickup sales include BYD with 3,150 units, Geely Radar with 1,241 units, and Zhengzhou Nissan with 785 units, among others [3] - The development of electric vehicles is seen as a key factor for commercial vehicles to gain road rights, with expectations for rapid growth in the Chinese pickup market to meet both domestic and international demand [3] Group 4: Manufacturer Sales Rankings - In January 2026, the top manufacturers by sales volume were: - Great Wall Motors: 15,350 units, up 24.6% year-on-year - SAIC Maxus: 5,924 units, up 25.8% year-on-year - Jianghuai Automobile: 5,401 units, up 23.8% year-on-year - Zhengzhou Nissan: 4,053 units, up 145.6% year-on-year - JMC: 3,930 units, up 19.5% year-on-year [7]

Core Viewpoint - Great Wall Motor (GWM) is re-entering the European market with a focus on hybrids and combustion-engine vehicles, aiming to double its overseas sales to 1 million vehicles by 2030, despite previous setbacks in the region [1]. Group 1: Market Strategy - GWM plans to establish a European factory with a production capacity of 300,000 cars per year by 2030, necessitating a nearly hundredfold increase in sales [1]. - The company aims to appeal to European markets by introducing a range of vehicles, including the Ora 5 electric vehicle and models from its Haval SUV brand, while also considering sedans and station wagons [1]. - GWM is focusing on enhancing resale values, which are crucial for European consumers, and is actively recruiting new dealers in the region [1]. Group 2: Competitive Landscape - The European market has evolved since GWM's initial entry in 2021, with other Chinese brands like BYD and Chery gaining traction, while European automakers are launching more affordable models [1]. - GWM's sales in Europe fell by 25.4% in 2024 and nearly 30% in 2025, totaling just 3,500 cars sold [1]. - The company faces a challenging environment as European brands have become more competitive, making it harder for GWM to regain market share [1]. Group 3: Sales Performance - GWM's total vehicle sales increased by 7.3% year-on-year to 1.32 million vehicles, with overseas sales rising by 11.7% to 506,066 vehicles, driven by growth in markets like Australia and Latin America [1]. - The U.S. market remains inaccessible for Chinese automakers, and limited access in India and Japan poses challenges for GWM in achieving its 2030 sales target without a strong presence in Europe [1]. - Analysts suggest that GWM's target of 1 million vehicles is pragmatic, provided the company maintains a consistent approach in the European market [1].

Group 1 - The 800 Cash Flow ETF managed by Huatai-PineBridge opened at 1.317 yuan, experiencing a decline of 1.42% [1] - Major holdings in the ETF include China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) down 2.93%, SAIC Motor Corporation down 0.14%, and China Aluminum Corporation down 1.82% [1] - The ETF's performance benchmark is the CSI 800 Free Cash Flow Index, with a return of 33.50% since its inception on April 30, 2025, and a return of 5.17% over the past month [1]

Key Points - Insta360 held its annual meeting where it awarded five sets of properties and several cars to employees, all of whom were born in the 1990s, emphasizing the importance of material incentives alongside recognition [5][6] - The company reported that 2025 was its highest revenue year, with a significant increase in R&D investment, surpassing the total of the previous three years [6] - DeepSeek's recent update has faced backlash from users who feel the model has become less engaging, despite a significant increase in context window capacity [11][12] - AWS has completed layoffs in its Greater China region, affecting approximately 150 employees, primarily in second-tier departments [14][15] - Zhao Ming, former CEO of Honor, has joined Qianli Technology, focusing on AI business models [16] - BMW announced a global recall of multiple models due to a defect in the starter motor that poses a fire risk [56] - Xiaomi's YU7 became the best-selling car in China for January 2026, with a total of 37,869 units sold, significantly outpacing competitors [35][36] - Chery employees expressed dissatisfaction with the company's strict leave policies during the Spring Festival, which limited vacation days [23] - Great Wall Motors announced that its average year-end bonus for 2025 would exceed 50,000 yuan per employee, with a total bonus pool potentially exceeding 42.45 billion yuan [25][26] - Huawei's new vehicle, the Zun Jie S800, will appear on the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, highlighting its market presence [45]

长城汽车表示，全力支持《汽车行业价格行为合规指南》，始终坚持长期主义，坚守合法合规，坚持诚 信经营，积极维护国内市场秩序。 长城汽车表示，全力支持《汽车行业价格行为合规指南》，始终坚持长期主义，坚守合法合规，坚持诚 信经营，积极维护国内市场秩序。 ...

Group 1 - BYD and Geely are reportedly bidding for the Nissan-Benz automotive plant in Mexico, with Chery and Great Wall Motors also expressing interest in the acquisition [1] - The plant is scheduled to close in May 2026, and BYD has been identified as a leading potential buyer since late last year [1] - The acquisition could leverage the benefits of the USMCA agreement, allowing localized production to avoid high tariffs in the US [1]

长城汽车称，全力支持《汽车行业价格行为合规指南》，始终坚持长期主义，坚守合法合规，坚持诚信 经营，积极维护国内市场秩序。反对无底线价格战、价格欺诈、虚假促销等严重损害消费者权益和产业 发展的行为。在《指南》的指引下，长城汽车将继续在整车及零部件生产、定价、销售等各环节坚守合 法合规，坚持诚信经营。 ...

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Overall Market - In January 2026, the retail sales of passenger cars reached 1.544 million units, a year-on-year decrease of 13.9% [14] - The decline in retail sales is attributed to complex market factors and a historical pattern of fluctuating sales in January [14] - The end of the new energy vehicle purchase tax exemption in December 2025 has led to a recovery period for the new energy vehicle market, with some consumers having made purchases in December to take advantage of the policy [14] - January 2026 saw a significant increase in exports, with passenger car exports reaching 576,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 52.0% [16] - The production of passenger cars in January 2026 was 2.003 million units, a year-on-year decrease of 4.4% [16] - The wholesale volume for January 2026 was 1.973 million units, a year-on-year decrease of 6.2% [17] New Energy Market - In January 2026, retail sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) totaled 596,000 units, down 20.0% year-on-year [18] - The penetration rate of NEVs in the domestic market was 38.6%, while the export penetration rate was 49.6% [15] - The production of NEVs reached 938,000 units, a slight decrease of 0.6% year-on-year [18] - The wholesale volume of NEVs was 864,000 units, down 3.3% year-on-year [18] - The export of NEVs reached 286,000 units, a significant increase of 103.6% year-on-year, accounting for 49.6% of total passenger car exports [22] Company Performance - BYD, Geely, and Chery are leading in the new energy vehicle market, with BYD's sales reaching 205,518 units in January 2026 [24] - The market share of domestic brands in the new energy sector is increasing, with a notable rise in the export of new energy vehicles to Europe and Southeast Asia [15][22] - The new energy vehicle market is characterized by a shift towards higher quality products, with an increase in the proportion of high-end NEVs [15] Market Outlook - February 2026 is expected to see lower sales due to the shorter working days caused by the extended Spring Festival holiday [27] - The market is anticipated to stabilize post-holiday, with potential recovery in the entry-level electric vehicle segment [28] - The overall sentiment in the consumer market remains cautious, influenced by high costs and economic factors [28]