Core Insights - Rivian Automotive Inc.'s upcoming R2 crossover SUV has been spotted testing in Alaska, indicating progress in its development [1][2] Group 1: Vehicle Testing - The R2 SUV was seen at a Supercharger station in Fairbanks, Alaska, suggesting it is undergoing cold-weather testing to assess its performance in sub-zero conditions [2][3] Group 2: Technological Advancements - Rivian's self-driving technology, which includes a LiDAR and camera-based approach, will be featured in the R2 models, potentially enhancing sales [4] - The company plans to introduce an Autonomy+ subscription service, available for a one-time payment of $2,500 or a monthly fee of $49.99, aimed at boosting growth [5] Group 3: Market Performance - Rivian's stock price increased by 7.91% to $14.81 during regular trading and further rose by 1.09% to $14.97 in pre-market trading [6]

Toyota Motor Corporation reported a 43% plunge in net profits to JPY 1.26 trillion (US$ 8 billion) in the third quarter of the current fiscal year (FY26), between October and December 2025, down from JPY 2.19 trillion a year earlier, which the company blamed on the introduction last year of import tariffs in the US. Revenues rose by 8.6% to JPY 13.46 trillion (US$ 86 billion). Toyota also announced that its current CEO and president, Koji Sato, will step down at the beginning of the next fiscal year, in ...

Economic Outlook - The UK has underlying fundamentals that could make it an attractive investment destination, but political uncertainty raises questions about its medium-term sustainability [1] - The current political climate is affecting investor confidence and spending decisions, which could slow economic growth [2] Bank of England's Monetary Policy - The recent split vote within the Bank of England's committee indicates a divide on future policy direction, with some members leaning towards rate cuts sooner than expected [3][4] - The analysis from the Bank of England staff suggests that the supply side of the UK economy is performing better than anticipated, influencing the committee's decision-making [4] Wage Growth and Inflation - Wage growth is projected to decrease sustainably, with expectations of it reaching 3.2% by year-end, which aligns with the Bank of England's forecasts [8][11] - Inflation is expected to decline to the target of 2% by April, but the labor market's performance will be crucial in determining future monetary policy [8][9] Labor Market Dynamics - The unemployment rate is anticipated to rise to around 5.2% to 5.3%, and any significant increase beyond this could signal concerns for the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) [9] - The labor market's stability is critical, as any aggressive rise in redundancies could prompt a reassessment of the current economic outlook [9][10] GDP Expectations - The company forecasts GDP growth to be on the higher side, suggesting stronger underlying economic signals than previously thought [13]

Core Insights - Orix Corp reported a net income of JPY 389.7 billion for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, marking an increase of JPY 117.9 billion year-over-year, representing 89% of the revised full-year forecast of JPY 440 billion [2] Financial Performance - Pre-tax profit for the nine-month period was JPY 567.7 billion, up JPY 184.3 billion year-over-year, with profits increasing across all three categories: finance, operation, and investments, particularly strong in the investments category [3] Shareholder Returns and Buyback Progress - Orix expanded its share buyback program to JPY 150 billion, with JPY 128.1 billion completed by the end of January, achieving an 85% progress rate [4] - The company aims for a full-year payout ratio of 39% of net income per share, translating to approximately JPY 153 per share based on the JPY 440 billion net income forecast [5] Segment Performance Highlights - Finance segment profit increased 8% year-over-year to JPY 145.5 billion, attributed to growth in investment income and higher finance revenues in Australia and Asia excluding Greater China [6] - Operation segment profit rose 17% to JPY 189.5 billion, supported by gains from partial sales of shares in Canara Robeco and improvements in airport concessions and real estate operations [7]

Chinese EV giant BYD Co. Ltd. (OTC:BYDDY) (OTC:BYDDF) has reached breakthroughs in its Sodium-ion, as well as solid-state battery pursuits.10,000 Charging CyclesThe automaker shared in an investor note that its sodium-ion batteries would be capable of 10,000 cycles, CnEVPost reported on Sunday. The company also shared that its sodium-ion battery research platform had reached its third generation, the report suggests.Typically, current batteries are capable of anywhere between 1,500 and 3,000 cycles. An enha ...

格隆汇2月9日丨吉利汽车(00175.HK)发布公告，2026年2月9日耗资2345.87万港元回购140.8万股，回购 价格每股16.46-16.81港元。 ...

吉利汽车(00175)发布公告，于2026年2月9日，该公司斥资2345.87万港元回购140.8万股。 ...

市值累计蒸发近700亿欧元！近来的Stellantis几乎是"屋漏偏逢连夜雨"。 近日，据彭博社报道，Stellantis首席执行官（CEO）安东尼奥·菲洛萨（Antonia Filosa）近日宣布计 提222亿欧元（约合260亿美元）的费用后，从累计看，自2024年3月以来，该公司市值已累计蒸发近700 亿欧元。 Stellantis此次宣布的巨额费用中，有相当一部分与菲洛萨叫停销量及盈利均未达标的电动汽车项目 无关。同时，Stellantis表示，将因质保费用计提方式调整产生41亿欧元支出，并称相关质量问题归咎于 前管理层。另有13亿欧元其他费用，主要与此前公布的欧洲裁员计划相关。 挑战众多 压力山大 近期，因为安东尼奥·菲洛萨认为前任领导上马的一些业务注定无法盈利，现正逐步终止，由此也 引发了一系列连锁反应。 目前，Stellantis公布的盈利表现也远逊于分析师预期，部分数据甚至与菲洛萨两个月前给出的乐观 表态存在一定矛盾。之前，菲洛萨曾在2025年12月初的一场投资者活动中表示，该公司有望实现全年财 务业绩预期目标。而如今，受上述消息冲击，Stellantis的股价在意大利米兰股市盘中大跌25%。 ...

智通财经APP讯，吉利汽车(00175)发布公告，于2026年2月9日，该公司斥资2345.87万港元回购140.8万 股。 ...

Domestic News - Hubei Province has released the implementation details for the 2026 automobile trade-in subsidy, offering up to 20,000 yuan for consumers purchasing new energy and small-displacement fuel vehicles [3] - Xi'an has also announced its 2026 automobile trade-in subsidy details, with similar subsidy amounts and conditions as Hubei, aimed at reducing consumer costs and upgrading the automotive market [4] - During the Spring Festival holiday, the charging volume for new energy vehicles is expected to reach a historical high, with a peak daily charging volume exceeding 34 million kWh, a 17% year-on-year increase [5] - The International Energy Agency predicts that by 2030, renewable energy and nuclear power will account for 50% of global electricity supply, driven by rising electricity demand from industrial use, electric vehicles, and data centers [6][7] - Seres has signed a cooperation agreement with the Chongqing Shapingba District government to establish a new company focused on electric vehicles [8] - BYD has officially entered the Egyptian market, launching three models, and plans to sell 1.3 million vehicles outside China in 2026, a 25% increase from 2025 [9] - NIO has achieved a milestone of 100 million battery swaps, with plans to waive service fees during the Spring Festival holiday [10] - Li Auto has established 4,000 supercharging stations, enhancing its charging infrastructure across major routes [11] International News - Canada is planning to establish a joint venture with China to produce electric vehicles for global export, involving local automotive parts companies [12][13] - Japan's new car sales in January 2026 decreased by 2.3% year-on-year, totaling 367,748 units [14] - The UK saw a 3.4% increase in new car sales in January 2026, with electric vehicles' market share dropping to 20.6% [15] - Vietnam's automotive market is projected to reach a record sales volume of 604,134 vehicles by 2025 [16] Commercial Vehicles - Yuchai has made significant progress in the national key R&D project for ammonia internal combustion engines, focusing on low-carbon technologies [19] - XCMG's new energy heavy-duty truck has received a dual five-star rating for its range performance under extreme temperatures [20] - FAW Jiefang and Cainiao Group have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to enhance their global e-commerce platform for automotive parts [21][22] - The new version of Jiangling's Dadao plug-in hybrid pickup has been announced, featuring a 2.0T gasoline engine and dual electric motors [23]