一季度动力电池出口同比增21.5%

Core Viewpoint - The electric vehicle and lithium battery sectors continue to support steady growth in foreign trade exports from China [3] Group 1: Battery Export Growth - In the first quarter, domestic power battery exports reached 37.8 GWh, a year-on-year increase of 21.5% [2] - In March alone, power battery exports were 13.9 GWh, showing a month-on-month growth of 8.6% and a year-on-year growth of 11.3% [2] - Among battery types, ternary batteries dominate exports, with 23 GWh exported in the first quarter, while lithium iron phosphate batteries accounted for 14.6 GWh [2] Group 2: New Energy Vehicle Export Performance - Domestic exports of new energy passenger vehicles reached 419,000 units in the first quarter, a year-on-year increase of 39.6% [2] - Exports of new energy commercial vehicles totaled 23,000 units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 230% [2] - Pure electric vehicle exports were 290,000 units, up 16.7% year-on-year, while plug-in hybrid vehicle exports reached 152,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 160% [2] Group 3: Market Environment and Tariff Risks - The recent tariff policy from the Trump administration has raised tariffs on power batteries exported to the U.S. to 73.4% and on new energy vehicles to 147.5% [4] - The global tariff risks have increased due to the U.S. initiating a global tariff war, which may affect the competitiveness of domestic battery manufacturers in the U.S. market [5] - Although the U.S. accounts for a small portion of China's new energy exports, potential retaliatory tariffs could impact exports to Europe and other regions [6] Group 4: EU Agreement and Market Adaptation - A new agreement between the EU and China allows for a minimum price restriction on electric vehicle exports, replacing the previously planned 20%-50% tariffs set to take effect in October 2024 [6] - This agreement aims to maintain the price competitiveness of European automakers while enhancing the profit margins for exporting companies [6] - The ongoing tariff friction highlights the need for Chinese new energy companies to develop a new international awareness in increasingly competitive foreign markets [7]