Core Viewpoint - The domestic electric vehicle (EV) market is facing increased pressure due to changes in tax policies, leading to a decline in stock prices for major automotive companies [1] Group 1: Stock Performance - Xpeng Motors (09868) shares fell by 4.84%, trading at HKD 81.65 [1] - Great Wall Motors (02333) shares decreased by 3.69%, trading at HKD 15.15 [1] - Li Auto (02015) shares dropped by 2.23%, trading at HKD 87.65 [1] - GAC Group (02238) shares declined by 1.16%, trading at HKD 3.42 [1] Group 2: Policy Changes - Starting in 2026, the standards for the exemption of the purchase tax on domestic new energy vehicles will be raised [1] - Most automakers are cautious about the market impact of the new regulations [1] Group 3: Market Sentiment - NIO's founder, Li Bin, indicated that all automakers will face significant pressure in Q1 next year, with policies like the tax reduction potentially leading to a pre-release of demand [1] - He predicts that nationwide sales of new energy vehicles in Q1 next year may be around half of Q4 this year [1] - UBS reported that while most manufacturers can meet the new standards, the updated policies may appear stricter, negatively affecting market sentiment [1] - Shenwan Hongyuan noted that as subsidies for vehicles are nearing their end and the exemption policy will conclude next year, the cost of purchasing vehicles will rise significantly, potentially leading to a surge in market demand in Q4 [1]