About this content About Angela Harmantas Angela Harmantas is an Editor at Proactive. She has over 15 years of experience covering the equity markets in North America, with a particular focus on junior resource stocks. Angela has reported from numerous countries around the world, including Canada, the US, Australia, Brazil, Ghana, and South Africa for leading trade publications. Previously, she worked in investor relations and led the foreign direct investment program in Canada for the Swedish government ...

Li Auto Inc. (NASDAQ:LI) shares traded modestly higher in early Friday action as investors reacted to its push beyond vehicles into wearable AI.The company confirmed it will introduce its first artificial intelligence glasses, called Livis, on December 3 during an evening launch event in Beijing, reports CnEV Post.AI Wearables ExpansionThe glasses allow users to carry Li Auto's voice assistant, Lixiang Tongxue, through a lightweight wearable device.Also Read: Nio Enters Thailand With Thonburi PartnershipThe ...

Group 1 - BYD Co. Ltd. has recalled over 88,981 units of its Qin PLUS DM-i Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) in China due to battery issues [1][2] - The recall affects units manufactured between January 7, 2021, and September 30, 2023, as per China's State Administration of Market Regulation [2] - Defects in the battery pack may lead to a loss of power and could prevent the vehicle from operating in pure-electric mode, posing safety hazards [3] Group 2 - Despite the recall, BYD has experienced significant growth in the European market, with registrations increasing by over 206.8% in October, totaling over 17,470 units [4] - Year-to-date, BYD has recorded over 138,390 registrations in Europe [4] - The company plans to introduce its 'Kei' car in the European market, pending regulatory approval from the EU [4]

Core Insights - Tesla is intensifying efforts to launch its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in Europe, with ride-alongs scheduled in Germany, Italy, and France next month [1] - The company has faced challenges in rolling out FSD internationally, with expectations for regulatory approval from the Dutch regulator RDW by February 2026, although the timeline remains uncertain [2][3] - Tesla's sales in Europe have significantly declined, nearly 50% year-over-year in October, amid competition from BYD and backlash over CEO Elon Musk's political affiliations [5][6] Group 1: FSD Rollout Efforts - Tesla is offering FSD ride-alongs in select European countries to promote its self-driving technology [1] - The company has been testing FSD on European roads, showcasing its capabilities in cities like Rome and Paris [3] - Tesla employees have expressed frustration over the lengthy approval process required by Dutch regulators, emphasizing the critical nature of FSD approval for the company's leadership [4] Group 2: Regulatory Challenges - The Dutch regulator RDW has indicated a potential approval timeline for FSD by February 2026, but has cautioned that this schedule may not be met [2] - Tesla has encouraged European owners to contact the regulator to express their enthusiasm for FSD, prompting the RDW to request that fans refrain from contacting them [3] Group 3: Sales Performance - Tesla's sales in Europe have dropped significantly, with a nearly 50% decrease reported in October compared to the previous year [6] - The company faces stiff competition from BYD, which has seen its sales increase by over 200% in the same period [6] - CEO Elon Musk has criticized European regulatory processes, describing them as a "Kafkaesque" labyrinth that hinders Tesla's growth in the region [5]

Core Viewpoint - French telecoms group Orange has decided to temporarily close its site in Marseille to ensure the safety of its staff due to issues related to drug gangs in the area [1] Group 1 - The closure is supported by the country's employment minister, who emphasized the importance of protecting employees from the dangers posed by local criminal activities [1] - The decision reflects broader concerns about safety in urban areas affected by drug-related violence, impacting not only Orange but potentially other businesses in similar situations [1]

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) is offering free Supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) rides to customers across multiple countries in Europe ahead of the planned deployment of the technology in the region next year.Germany, Italy, France To Get Free FSD RidesThe company will offer free FSD till the end of the year, as the official Tesla events page showcased on Thursday. The events will take place across German cities like Hannover, Berlin, Frankfurt, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Hamburg and more.Cities in France include Ly ...

Former Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) global sales chief Jon McNeill says that the EV giant learned a valuable technique from its Chinese rivals during his time with the company.Tesla Is A ‘Learning Sponge,' Says Jon McNeillIn an interview with Business Insider on Thursday, McNeill, who also serves as a member of the General Motors Co (NYSE:GM) board, shared that the Elon Musk-led EV giant was like "a learning sponge," adding that the brand learned some lessons when taking apart a Chinese competitor's vehicle, th ...

Ross Gerber, co-founder of investment firm Gerber Kawasaki, has weighed in on the progress made by Elon Musk‘s Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) , as well as Robotaxi rival Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOG) Waymo in the Robotaxi and self-driving sectors.Tesla FSD v14.2 Impressed Ross GerberTaking to the social media platform X on Thursday, Gerber shared his experiences with the FSD system, saying that the technology "drives much better than before." However, the investor did concede that there were still ...

Group 1: Apple and India's Anti-Trust Law - Apple has challenged India's anti-trust law, arguing that fines based on global turnover violate constitutional rights [1] - The company contends that penalties should reflect relevant turnover in the Indian market rather than worldwide revenue [1] - The Delhi High Court is set to hear the case on December 3, which could reshape how competition penalties are calculated in India [1] Group 2: Income Tax Department's Nudge Campaign - The Income Tax Department is targeting 25,000 high-risk taxpayers with undisclosed foreign assets ahead of the Income Tax Return deadline for AY2025-26 [1] - Non-disclosure of foreign assets can result in penalties of ₹10 lakh, plus 30% tax and penal interest [1] - Last year, over 24,600 taxpayers revised returns, revealing foreign assets worth ₹29,000 crore [1] Group 3: Tesla's Trademark Case - The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction in favor of Tesla Inc, preventing Tesla Power India from using the names 'Tesla Power' or 'Tesla Power USA' [2][3] - The court recognized Tesla's prior use, goodwill, and reputation, noting that the Indian company's branding could mislead consumers [3] - Tesla Power India has stated it will not manufacture or market EVs under the disputed trademarks until the case is resolved [4] Group 4: Envision Group's Battery Plant in India - China's Envision Group is considering establishing a battery manufacturing plant in India to support the country's renewable energy initiatives [4] - The proposed 5 GWh plant, with an investment of $34 million, will import cells from China while building racks and software locally [4] - India's battery storage capacity is currently under 1 GW but is expected to reach 46 GW by 2032, highlighting the growing importance of batteries for grid stability [5]

Core Insights - The S&P 500's recent bull run has been significantly driven by the "Magnificent 7" AI tech stocks, which include Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla [2][3] - The Magnificent 7 stocks account for over half of the S&P 500's year-to-date gains, with the index returning approximately 16% overall; excluding these stocks, the return drops to 7% [3] - Concerns about a potential AI bubble have led investors to seek alternatives, such as the Defiance Large Cap ex-Mag 7 ETF (NASDAQ: XMAG), which tracks the S&P 493, excluding the Magnificent 7 stocks [3][5] Investment Alternatives - The Defiance Large Cap ex-Mag 7 ETF (XMAG) has achieved a year-to-date return of 13.54%, outperforming the S&P 500's 7% return without the Magnificent 7 by about 650 basis points [5] - XMAG focuses on 493 large-cap stocks, with significant holdings in companies like Broadcom and Eli Lilly, rather than the Magnificent 7 [5] - The BITA US 500 ex-Magnificent 7 Index, created by BITA GmbH, offers a diversified alternative to the S&P 500 by excluding the largest AI-cap stocks, rebalancing quarterly to mitigate volatility and risk exposure [6]