Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2026-01-08 06:17Group 1 - The automotive stocks continue to decline, with Beijing Automotive down 3.13% to HKD 1.86, Li Auto down 2.25% to HKD 65.3, GAC Group down 1.99% to HKD 3.95, and Great Wall Motors down 1.23% to HKD 14.47 [1] - Multiple car manufacturers are launching price reduction promotions to counter the impact of the new energy vehicle purchase tax, with Tesla China offering a "7-year ultra-low interest" financing plan for Model 3/Y/Y L and GAC Group announcing various incentives including tax subsidies and additional trade-in bonuses [1] Group 2 - According to Dongfang Securities, consumer sentiment is cautious due to the suspension of subsidies in some provinces and cities, leading to a decline in retail sales of passenger vehicles in November and December 2025, with limited impact on 2026 from the end-of-year surge [2] - Guotai Junan Securities believes that the reduction of subsidies for mid-to-high price range new energy vehicles and fuel vehicles will positively influence the automotive industry's profit margins and reduce internal competition [2]