Di Yi Cai Jing·2025-09-15 07:20Core Viewpoint - On September 15, 17 automotive companies, including BYD and Xiaomi Auto, publicly committed to a supplier payment term not exceeding 60 days, with detailed guidelines on the payment process, which has garnered significant attention [1][2]. Group 1: Payment Terms and Conditions - The new initiative specifies that suppliers should expect acceptance of goods to be completed within three working days after delivery [1]. - The 60-day payment term starts from the date the goods are delivered and accepted, with a maximum duration of 60 calendar days [1]. - For non-small and medium-sized enterprises with continuous supply (more than twice a month), a consolidated reconciliation method can be used, with the payment term starting from the reconciliation date [1]. Group 2: Payment Methods and Supplier Relationships - To avoid delays in payment due to price disagreements, the initiative suggests an initial payment based on the last supply contract price (at least 80%) or a predetermined development price (at least 50%) [2]. - The initiative encourages cash or bank acceptance bills as payment methods, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises [2]. - The China Automotive Industry Association advocates for long-term stable relationships between manufacturers and suppliers, with contracts having a minimum validity of one year [2]. Group 3: Market Reaction - Following the announcement of the initiative, the automotive parts sector saw a positive market response, with several stocks, including Langbo Technology and Tianlong Shares, hitting the daily limit, while others like CATL and Meichen Technology rose nearly 10% [2].