Group 1 - Toyota and Honda reported slight year-on-year increases in U.S. sales for June, reflecting a decline in the pre-tariff buying surge [1] - Toyota's U.S. sales rose by 0.1% to 193,248 units, a slowdown compared to 11% in May and 10% in April [1] - Honda's sales increased by 2% to 114,486 units, down from 7% in May and 18% in April [1] Group 2 - Subaru's sales fell by 16% to 46,515 units, marking the second consecutive month of decline [1] - Mazda's sales decreased by 6% to 33,385 units, also experiencing a second month of year-on-year decline [1] - The decline in Subaru and Mazda sales follows drops of 10% and 19% respectively in May [1] Group 3 - The increase in vehicle prices due to a 25% tariff on imported cars imposed by the Trump administration has led to a slowdown in future sales growth [1]

Investment Rating - The report provides various investment ratings for Japanese automotive companies, including "Overweight" for Toyota Motor, Suzuki Motor, Yamaha Motor, Isuzu Motors, Denso, Aisin, and Nifco, while "Underweight" is assigned to Nissan Motor and SUBARU [5]. Core Insights - The global auto industry is expected to normalize after overcoming COVID-19 and supply chain issues, with a projected growth rate of approximately 2% CAGR from 2024 [20]. - The report highlights the complexity of the Toyota Group structure, indicating increasing cross-shareholdings among its subsidiaries [7]. - Tariff impacts are noted to be minor in the tire sector, but the competitive environment remains challenging [4]. Coverage Universe & Valuation - Nissan Motor: Underweight, Price: ¥355, Target Price: ¥320, Market Cap: ¥1,318.5 billion, FY24E P/E: NM, ROE: -1.2% [5] - Toyota Motor: Overweight, Price: ¥2,624, Target Price: ¥3,600, Market Cap: ¥41,438.1 billion, FY24E P/E: 6.9, ROE: 13.4% [5] - Mitsubishi Motors: Neutral, Price: ¥432, Target Price: ¥360, Market Cap: ¥631.1 billion, FY24E P/E: 15.4, ROE: 3.7% [5] - Mazda Motor: Neutral, Price: ¥894, Target Price: ¥1,000, Market Cap: ¥564.8 billion, FY24E P/E: 4.5, ROE: 7.3% [5] - Honda Motor: Neutral, Price: ¥1,421, Target Price: ¥1,500, Market Cap: ¥7,500.2 billion, FY24E P/E: 6.4, ROE: 7.5% [5] - Suzuki Motor: Overweight, Price: ¥1,787, Target Price: ¥2,300, Market Cap: ¥3,509.7 billion, FY24E P/E: 8.6, ROE: 14.5% [5] - SUBARU: Underweight, Price: ¥2,625, Target Price: ¥2,500, Market Cap: ¥1,923.9 billion, FY24E P/E: 5.5, ROE: 12.9% [5] - Yamaha Motor: Overweight, Price: ¥1,075, Target Price: ¥1,500, Market Cap: ¥1,103.3 billion, FY24E P/E: 9.7, ROE: 13.3% [5] - Isuzu Motors: Overweight, Price: ¥1,924, Target Price: ¥2,600, Market Cap: ¥1,372.5 billion, FY24E P/E: 9.8, ROE: 9.5% [5] - Denso: Overweight, Price: ¥1,897, Target Price: ¥2,300, Market Cap: ¥5,522.1 billion, FY24E P/E: 13.0, ROE: 8.0% [5] - Aisin: Overweight, Price: ¥1,781, Target Price: ¥2,200, Market Cap: ¥1,440.9 billion, FY24E P/E: 13.4, ROE: 5.2% [5] - Bridgestone: Overweight, Price: ¥6,106, Target Price: ¥6,500, Market Cap: ¥4,357.8 billion, FY24E P/E: 14.7, ROE: 8.0% [5] Earnings Forecast Summary - Toyota's revenue for FY24 is projected at ¥45,095.3 billion, with a YoY growth of 21.4% and a net profit of ¥4,944.9 billion [17]. - Honda's revenue for FY24 is projected at ¥20,428.8 billion, with a YoY growth of 20.8% and a net profit of ¥1,107.2 billion [17]. - Nissan's revenue for FY24 is projected at ¥12,685.7 billion, with a YoY growth of 19.7% and a net profit of ¥426.6 billion [17]. - Suzuki's revenue for FY24 is projected at ¥5,374.3 billion, with a YoY growth of 15.8% and a net profit of ¥267.7 billion [17]. - SUBARU's revenue for FY24 is projected at ¥4,702.9 billion, with a YoY growth of 24.6% and a net profit of ¥385.1 billion [17].

Core Viewpoint - Changan Mazda has unveiled its strategic product EZ-60 at the 2025 Shanghai International Auto Show, marking a significant transition into the new energy era, emphasizing advanced technology and user experience tailored for the Chinese market [1][2] Group 1: Product Features - The EZ-60 is a crossover SUV that combines Mazda's inherent driving performance and advanced technology, featuring a unique cabin design with a focus on technology and spaciousness [1] - It is equipped with an industry-first 150-inch 6-screen technology display, providing users with a comfortable and unobstructed information view [1] - The vehicle utilizes the world's first MediaTek MT8676 4nm chip, which offers a transistor density increase of approximately 1.6-1.8 times compared to traditional 7nm chips, resulting in a 25%-40% improvement in computing power at the same power consumption [1] - The EZ-60 also features a 100-inch naked-eye 3D HUD, enhancing navigation with seamless integration of virtual road signs and real roads [1] Group 2: Safety Features - In passive safety, the EZ-60 comes standard with 9 airbags, including a far-end airbag, with a total volume of 370L and a protection area of 26,500 cm², leading in its class [2] - The vehicle's high-strength armor cage structure includes 86.5% high-strength steel, with the front and door crash beams made of 2000MPa hot-formed steel, and the roof crossbeam made of 1470MPa cold-rolled steel, the highest strength in the world [2] - In active safety, the EZ-60 features an L2-level combination driving assistance system with over 30 integrated driving and parking assistance functions, covering more than 200 user scenarios [2] - The AEB (Automatic Emergency Braking) system has an enhanced stopping speed of up to 80 km/h, capable of handling complex scenarios such as crossing, nighttime, and general obstacles, maintaining a leading performance in its class [2] - The vehicle introduces continuously variable damping suspension, which intelligently adapts to different road conditions and driving intentions, achieving a balance between handling and comfort [2]

Core Viewpoint - The rapid development of electrification and intelligence in the Chinese market is expected to continue, with Mazda collaborating with Changan Automobile to enhance their market presence and product offerings in the new energy vehicle sector [1]. Group 1: Collaboration and Product Development - Mazda and Changan Automobile are celebrating 20 years of partnership, transitioning from local production to global collaboration [1]. - The MAZDA EZ-60, a strategic new energy vehicle, made its global debut at the Shanghai Auto Show, highlighting the collaboration between the two companies [1]. - Future cooperation will focus on new energy vehicle development, supply chain integration, and overseas market expansion, with a model of "China R&D, global output" [1]. Group 2: Product Features and Market Strategy - The EZ-60 is positioned in the SUV segment, which is significant in the Chinese market, and features advanced technology such as a 26.45-inch display and 23 speakers for an immersive audio experience [4]. - The naming strategy for the EZ-6 and its overseas version, MAZDA6e, is designed to enhance brand recognition in different markets [5]. - The company aims to leverage its existing customer base and enhance its product lineup to improve communication with consumers [6]. Group 3: Market Challenges and Competitive Landscape - The competitive landscape in China is intense, with local brands dominating the new energy vehicle market, where Japanese joint ventures hold only about 1% market share [5]. - Long-term strategies include deepening collaboration with Changan Automobile and maintaining Mazda's unique brand identity to ensure reasonable profit margins [7]. - The company is considering implementing customer-oriented policies, such as lifetime warranties, based on market research and customer needs [8].

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Group 1 - BMW and ByteDance deepen local cooperation by partnering on AI applications in automotive marketing services, enhancing user experience and dealer efficiency [1] - BMW has accelerated collaborations with local Chinese tech companies, including Huawei and Alibaba, to develop tailored products for the Chinese market [2] - The 360-degree AI strategy aims to empower digital production and enhance user experience, positioning China as a key part of BMW's future strategy [2] Group 2 - Avita denies rumors of diminishing collaboration with Huawei, affirming their close strategic partnership [3] - Avita, a luxury brand created by Changan Automobile, Huawei, and CATL, continues to utilize Huawei's HarmonyOS in its products [3] Group 3 - Renault's chairman Jean-Dominique Senard will resign from Nissan's board amid Nissan's performance challenges [4] - The Renault-Nissan alliance has undergone changes, including a reduction in cross-shareholding ratios and management restructuring [5] Group 4 - Mazda will temporarily halt exports of the CX-50 model to Canada due to U.S. tariffs, while continuing production for other markets [6] - Rising tariffs are expected to increase vehicle prices, impacting consumer purchasing power and shifting demand towards the used car market [6] Group 5 - Hyundai plans to suspend part of its electric vehicle production lines due to declining overseas demand and U.S. tariffs [7] - The global automotive industry is experiencing a shift, with electric vehicle demand slowing in key markets like Europe and North America [7]

编译 / 钱亚光 设计 / shelly 来源 / www.asahi.com, oilprice.com, apnews.com 2025年3月26日，美国总统唐纳德·特朗普（Donald Trump）宣布，自 4 月 2日起，对所有汽车进口征收 25%的关税，此举对全球经济产生了深远影 响，而且是对自由贸易原则的重大打击。尤其是日本，势必会面临严重的后果。 日本汽车业将面临什么 由于美国总统唐纳德·特朗普宣布从 4 月 2 日起对进口汽车和轻型卡车征收 25%的关税，日本汽车制造商的股票大幅下跌。 日本民间信用调查公司帝国数据银行（Teikoku Databank）指出，这将导致从墨西哥或日本出口到美国的日本汽车公司成本大幅增加，如果更高的价 格转嫁给消费者，可能会导致销售额下降。它还会影响供应零件的小型公司，以及钢铁、半导体和机床等其他行业的公司。 彭博社(Bloomberg) 指出，世界上许多最知名的汽车制造商很快都将因特朗普对汽车进口及关键零部件征收的新关税而面临更高的成本。这是因为在 美国销售的新车中约有 46%是进口车。 "赢家寥寥无几。"AutoForecast Solutions 公司负责全 ...

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Core Viewpoint - The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation driven by electrification and intelligence, leading to the discontinuation of classic models like Mazda6 and Ford Focus, which once defined the golden age of family sedans [6][5][22]. Group 1: Discontinuation of Classic Models - Mazda has officially confirmed the end of Mazda6 production globally, which had already ceased in Japan last December, with overseas production ending as parts run out [3]. - Ford also announced that its Saarlouis plant in Germany will stop producing the Focus in November, marking the end of another iconic model [4]. - The discontinuation of these models signals a shift in the automotive landscape, where traditional fuel vehicles are being phased out in favor of electric and intelligent vehicles [6]. Group 2: Historical Significance of Mazda6 - Mazda6, first launched in 2002, was a flagship model for Mazda, known for its unique design and driving dynamics, which set it apart from competitors like Honda Accord and Volkswagen Passat [8][12]. - The model achieved global sales exceeding 3 million units, with nearly one-third of those sales coming from the Chinese market [19]. - However, the decline in sales was evident, with Japanese domestic sales plummeting from 25,000 units in 2003 to just 2,000 units in 2022 [17]. Group 3: Market Challenges and Strategic Shifts - Mazda's sales in China have been declining, with a 14.71% drop in cumulative sales in 2024, highlighting the brand's struggles in a competitive market [24]. - The introduction of the electric model EZ-6, intended as a successor to Mazda6, has not performed well, with sales figures showing a significant decline [25]. - Mazda is shifting its focus towards SUVs and crossovers, which are expected to account for over 70% of its product lineup, as part of a strategy to concentrate resources on high-profit models [27]. Group 4: Broader Industry Trends - The automotive industry is witnessing a trend where many classic models are being phased out due to the need for companies to balance profitability and survival amid the electrification wave [22][31]. - Ford's experience with the Focus illustrates the challenges faced by traditional automakers, as the model's profitability has significantly declined, leading to a strategic pivot towards electric vehicles and high-margin products [30].