10月27日，日本零售集团永旺发布声明，对近期有关代理销售比亚迪汽车的报道进行澄清。永旺表示， 据一些媒体报道，永旺株式会社与比亚迪日本公司合作，将为比亚迪汽车设立店内销售点，但公司提供 给媒体的部分信息不准确，特此发布以下更正：永旺仅会在11月的促销活动中在日本临时代理销售比亚 迪汽车，将作为购车协议的中介方，而不会作为主要销售方、不会设立常设销售网点，长期看也不会从 事汽车进口和销售业务。永旺表示，将检视公司内部的信息传播流程，以确保及时、准确对外发布信 息。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Aeon plans to temporarily promote the sale of BYD vehicles in Japan during a promotional event in November, clarifying its role as an intermediary in the car purchase agreement rather than a primary seller [1] Group 1 - Aeon will not establish a permanent sales outlet for BYD vehicles [1] - The company will not engage in long-term automobile import and sales operations [1] - Some information in media reports regarding Aeon's involvement was deemed inaccurate by the company [1]

去年年底被免去 StellantisCEO 职务的唐唯实在接受法国《回声报》采访时指出，比亚迪在效率和成本 方面优于特斯拉，同时预测马斯克会优先关注其他领域。 唐唯实在宣传新出版的回忆录时表示："不能排除马斯克未来某个阶段会离开汽车行业，转而专注人形 机器人、SpaceX 或人工智能。埃隆・马斯克最终会离开汽车行业。" 【#从业者称比亚迪将击败特斯拉#：马斯克可能被迫退出汽车行业】当地时间 10 月 24 日，Stellantis 前 CEO 唐唯实直言，埃隆・马斯克将过少时间投入特斯拉是错误的决定，目前特斯拉被高估，且正被中 国领先的电动汽车制造商超越。 投资者关注马斯克在特斯拉的参与度以及他引领公司的方向，这也是下个月就一项前所未有的薪酬方案 投票的争议焦点。若特斯拉达到特定市值和运营指标，马斯克将获约 1 万亿美元股票奖励。 现年 67 岁的唐唯实对特斯拉能否达成这些目标持怀疑态度。"特斯拉的市值损失将非常巨大，因为这一 估值实在过高。我不确定特斯拉 10 年后是否仍会存在。虽然它是创新型企业，但比亚迪的效率将击败 特斯拉。" 00 Les Echos S'abonner A la une Financ ...

Core Insights - The report indicates a significant evolution in the automotive brand landscape in China, characterized by intense competition in the passenger car market and a stable consolidation in the commercial vehicle market [1][9]. Passenger Car Market - Domestic brands dominate the top ten influential brands, with BYD leading at 784.54 points, followed by Tesla at 780.22 points, showcasing strong sales and positive user reputation [2][3]. - The rise of new entrants is notable, with the AITO brand (问界) achieving fifth place with 767.19 points, driven by the successful launch of the new M7 model [3][9]. - The second tier includes Geely Galaxy at sixth with 761.17 points and Wuling at seventh with 755.93 points, both demonstrating strong market positioning and user engagement [3][9]. Commercial Vehicle Market - The commercial vehicle sector shows a clearer competitive structure, with China FAW leading the heavy truck market at 728.99 points, followed closely by China National Heavy Duty Truck Group and Dongfeng [4][9]. - The light truck market is led by Changan with 718.38 points, followed by JAC and Beiqi Foton, indicating a diversified competitive landscape [7][9]. Brand Influence Metrics - The assessment integrates authoritative production and sales data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers and the China Passenger Car Association, along with social media sentiment analysis and vehicle depreciation data [1][9]. - The report emphasizes the importance of brand influence being increasingly reliant on communication volume and user reputation, highlighting a shift from scale competition to lifecycle value competition in the automotive industry [9].

Core Viewpoint - BYD's Tengshi N8L launch event is scheduled to take place on October 28 at 19:00 [1] Group 1 - The Tengshi N8L is a new model being introduced by BYD [1]

Core Insights - BYD has strategically invested in Harmony Auto's overseas electric vehicle platform, iCar Group, acquiring a 10% stake for $40 million, which strengthens their partnership and aims to enhance market competitiveness in overseas markets [1][2][11] - Harmony Auto has been expanding its presence in the electric vehicle sector since 2015 and is now focusing on international markets, particularly in Asia and Europe, to create a second growth curve [2][8] - The investment from BYD reflects a deeper capital connection and aims to leverage BYD's technology and brand influence to solidify Harmony Auto's position in the overseas electric vehicle market [2][12] Investment and Financial Strategy - Prior to BYD's investment, Harmony Auto had already sold 45% of its stake in iCar Group to Epower Global Limited for 330 million yuan, which helped alleviate financial risks by offsetting debts [3][5] - Harmony Auto's stock price surged after announcing the strategic investment, indicating positive market sentiment towards the transaction [3] - The overseas operations of iCar Group have been rapidly expanding, with 40 4S centers and 36 showrooms established across various regions, contributing significantly to Harmony Auto's revenue growth [3][8] Performance Metrics - In the first half of 2025, Harmony Auto reported a 29.1% increase in revenue, with new car sales growing by 36.7%, and a significant improvement in gross profit and net profit margins [6][7] - The overseas market has become a primary revenue source for Harmony Auto, with sales from international markets accounting for 51.3% of total sales [6][8] - Despite the growth, iCar Group has not yet turned a profit, with reported revenues of 0.16 billion yuan and 19.35 billion yuan for 2023 and 2024, respectively, alongside net losses [9][10] Market Dynamics - The partnership between BYD and Harmony Auto is seen as a strategic move to navigate the challenges of the competitive automotive market, particularly in the context of price wars and declining margins in key markets [5][15] - The shift towards an agency model in the automotive industry is noted, where manufacturers retain more control over sales channels, potentially impacting the profitability of traditional dealership models [15] - Analysts predict that BYD's export sales could reach 1 million units by 2025, with iCar Group expected to contribute 7-8% of that volume, indicating a positive outlook for future growth [9][10]

Group 1 - The automotive sector underperformed the broader market this week, with the CSI 300 index rising by 3.24% while the automotive sector increased by 2.92%, ranking 10th among A-share Shenwan first-level industries [2] - The SW passenger vehicle index rose by 0.63%, with Jianghuai Automobile and BAIC Blue Valley leading the gains [2] - The SW commercial vehicle index increased by 3.00%, with King Long Automobile and Dongfeng Motor leading the gains [2] - The SW automotive parts index saw a rise of 4.04%, with Biaobang Co. and Aolian Electronics leading the gains [2] Group 2 - Key industry news includes: 1. The number of applications for the national vehicle trade-in subsidy exceeded 10 million by 2025 [2] 2. In September, the monthly delivery volume of functional unmanned vehicles in Shenzhen surpassed 1 million [2] 3. Xinwangda launched a new generation solid-state battery with an energy density of 400 Wh/kg [2] 4. New Stone Technology completed over $600 million in Series D financing [2] 5. The "Energy-saving and New Energy Vehicle Technology Roadmap 3.0" was released [2] 6. SAIC Volkswagen and Neura Robotics are developing cognitive robotic systems for automotive manufacturing [2] 7. CATL plans to establish over 2,500 chocolate battery swap stations by 2026 [2] 8. Qijing's first model is scheduled for launch in mid-next year [2] 9. Meituan's unmanned vehicles have achieved large-scale deployment in Shenzhen [2] 10. Pony.ai and Stellantis are collaborating to develop L4 autonomous vehicles for promotion in Europe next year [2] 11. Leju Robotics completed nearly 1.5 billion yuan in Pre-IPO financing [2] Group 3 - Recommendations for vehicle manufacturers include: BYD, Great Wall Motors, Leap Motor, Seres, BAIC Blue Valley, Jianghuai Automobile, Li Auto-W, Xpeng Motors-W, Geely, GAC Group, and Changan Automobile [3] - For commercial vehicles, recommended companies include China National Heavy Duty Truck Group, FAW Jiefang, Weichai Power, Tianrun Industrial, and Foton Motor [3] - In the automotive parts sector, recommended companies include Songyuan Safety, Senqilin, Aikedi, Junsheng Electronics, Zhejiang Xiantong, Fuyao Glass, Bertley, Weichai Power, Wuxi Zhenhua, China Automotive Research, Desay SV, Huguang Co., Shuanghuan Transmission, Songyuan Co., Top Group, Best, Sanhua Intelligent Control, Debang Lighting, Changshu Automotive Trim, New Spring Co., Baolong Technology, Jingzhu Technology, Kabeiyi, Jifeng Co., Shanghai Yanpu, Tenglong Co., Mingxin Xuteng, and Longsheng Technology [3]

Core Insights - The domestic energy storage bidding market is experiencing strong growth, with new bidding volumes reaching 14.73GW/41.54GWh in September 2025, representing a month-on-month increase of 37%/8% [1] - The EPC project bidding volume has seen a significant year-on-year increase of 96%/89%, with a month-on-month growth of 72%/41%, marking a historical high in September [1] - The demand for lithium batteries is expected to exceed 2700GWh next year, with a year-on-year growth rate of over 30% due to strong market demand and investment [2] Industry Overview - The energy storage sector is witnessing a robust demand driven by the independent storage market and supportive capacity pricing policies, indicating a favorable environment for growth [2] - The bidding volume for energy storage systems has also increased significantly, with a year-on-year growth of 96%/113% in September, despite a month-on-month decline [1] Key Companies - BYD has established a complete industrial chain for energy storage, focusing on R&D, manufacturing, sales, and service, and has provided reliable energy storage solutions for numerous projects globally [3] - CATL reported a net profit of 49.034 billion yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 36.20%, benefiting from the rapid growth in domestic and international energy storage demand [3] - Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) has seen a 31.7% increase in revenue for the first half of the fiscal year, with energy storage system sales growing by 109.7% [3] - Double Electronics is a key player in AIDC energy storage, serving major internet and data center operators, and is positioned to benefit from the increasing demand for backup power solutions [4]

Summary of China Auto Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - **Industry**: China Auto Industry - **Focus**: 3Q25 preview and expectations into 2026 Key Points and Arguments 1. **Sales Forecasts**: - Total Passenger Vehicle (PV) sales are projected to reach 30.59 million units in 2025 and 31.43 million units in 2026, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 7% and 3% respectively [5][6][89] - The sales of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) are expected to grow significantly, with wholesales reaching approximately 19.06 million units by 2027, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16% from 2023 to 2030 [6][89] 2. **Market Dynamics**: - The market share of Chinese brands in the overall PV industry is anticipated to increase from 65% in 2024 to 80% in the long term, driven by gains in the NEV segment and the adoption of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) [75] - The export of vehicles is projected to continue growing, with a record level of approximately 5.9 million units exported in 2024, and an expected increase to around 6.6 million units in 2025 [83][84] 3. **Pricing Environment**: - Pricing discounts have risen to record highs since Q1 2022, although they have narrowed slightly due to government initiatives aimed at reducing market competition [44][52] - The average discount for domestically made models is around 8%, while imported models see an average discount of 13% [52] 4. **OEM Performance**: - Key OEMs such as BYD, Geely, and SAIC are expected to maintain strong sales volumes, with BYD projected to sell approximately 1.14 million units in 3Q25, despite a slight decline of 3% from the previous quarter [90][91] - Leapmotor is expected to show significant growth, with a 30% increase in sales volume to 174,000 units in 3Q25 [90] 5. **Policy Implications**: - There is a 50% probability that subsidies or some form of stimulus will continue into 2026, with a focus on energy efficiency for NEVs [88] - Historical cycles indicate that government policies, such as tax cuts, have previously led to significant rebounds in auto sales [19][23] Additional Important Insights - **Segment Analysis**: - The NEV segment is expected to dominate future sales, with wholesales projected to reach 12.29 million units by 2025, indicating a strong shift towards electric vehicles [6] - The penetration rate of NEVs in the overall market is expected to rise to 60% by 2030 [6] - **Market Share Trends**: - The top 10 OEMs currently hold 86% of the market share, indicating a highly concentrated market [30][32] - The market share of NEVs is expected to grow significantly, with domestic brands leading the charge [37] - **Challenges**: - The industry faces challenges such as fluctuating demand and pricing pressures, which could impact profitability for some OEMs [54][56] This summary encapsulates the key insights and forecasts regarding the China auto industry as discussed in the conference call, highlighting the expected growth in sales, market dynamics, and the implications of government policies on the sector.

Core Insights - In September 2025, 20 A and H-share listed automotive manufacturers reported a total vehicle sales of 2.1862 million units, representing a year-on-year increase of 15.28% [1] - The total sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) reached approximately 1.1924 million units, up 21.9% year-on-year, with a penetration rate of about 55.69% [1][6] Vehicle Sales Overview - The top three manufacturers in total vehicle sales for September were SAIC Motor with 439,777 units, BYD with 396,270 units, and Geely with 273,125 units [4][5] - SAIC Motor's sales increased by 40.39% year-on-year, while BYD's sales decreased by 5.52% [4][5] - Notable growth was observed in Qianli Technology with a year-on-year increase of over 170% in September sales [3][4] New Energy Vehicle Sales - The leading companies in NEV sales for September were BYD with 396,270 units, SAIC Motor with 189,498 units, and Geely with 165,201 units [9] - Qianli Technology and Shuguang Co. saw NEV sales growth exceeding 100% year-on-year, while Li Auto experienced a decline of 36.79% [8][9] - The NEV sales penetration rate increased by 0.69 percentage points compared to August [6] Monthly Sales Trends - Compared to August, companies like Beiqi Blue Valley, Zhongtong Bus, and Jiangling Motors showed significant acceleration in sales growth, while Shuguang Co., Xiaopeng Motors, Dongfeng Group, and Foton Motors experienced a slowdown [1][3] - The overall vehicle sales in September showed a month-on-month increase of 13.63% [1]