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Chinese automaker Xpeng touts AI pivot in face of fierce competition
Reuters· 2026-01-09 05:12
Core Viewpoint - The company Xpeng aims to rebrand itself as a "physical AI" company rather than merely a car manufacturer, indicating a strategic shift towards advanced technologies beyond traditional automotive offerings [1] Group 1: Company Strategy - Xpeng is preparing to launch street trials of robotaxis, showcasing its commitment to integrating AI technology into transportation solutions [1] - The company plans to start mass production of humanoid robots later this year, further emphasizing its focus on AI and robotics [1]
GM says its bet on EVs made it bleed billions more, and the losses won't stop anytime soon
Business Insider· 2026-01-09 05:02
Core Viewpoint - General Motors (GM) has indicated that its electric vehicle (EV) strategy is incurring significant costs, with substantial charges expected in the fourth quarter and ongoing financial impacts anticipated in the future [1][2]. Financial Impact - GM will record approximately $6 billion in fourth-quarter charges related to its EV plans in the US, along with an additional $1.1 billion for restructuring in China [1]. - The charges are primarily due to contract cancellations, supplier settlements, and asset writedowns, reflecting a decline in demand for battery-powered vehicles [1]. - A $1.6 billion writedown was recorded in the third quarter as GM began to shift its strategy following regulatory changes [3]. Sales Performance - EV sales for GM fell by 43% in the fourth quarter after the expiration of the consumer tax credit, prompting a rollback of its EV plans in favor of hybrids and gas-powered vehicles [4]. - Despite the financial setbacks, GM plans to continue offering its existing electric models to consumers [2]. Industry Context - GM's profit warning follows Ford's announcement of a $20 billion reduction in EV production due to similar challenges, including lower-than-expected demand and regulatory changes [5]. - Other automakers, such as Honda, Jeep, and Ram, have also adjusted their EV strategies, with Porsche announcing a $2.2 billion hit as it shifts focus back to hybrids and gas vehicles [6].
Wall Street rises to records after the unemployment rate improves
Yahoo Finance· 2026-01-09 04:41
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks hit records Friday following a mixed report on the U.S. job market, one that may delay another cut to interest rates by the Federal Reserve but does not slam the door on it. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% and topped its prior all-time high set earlier in the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 237 points, or 0.5%, and likewise set a record, while the Nasdaq composite led the market with a 0.8% gain. The moves came after the U.S. Labor Department said employers hired fewer ...
Stock market benchmark indices trade lower on foreign fund outflows, renewed concerns over tariff hikes
BusinessLine· 2026-01-09 04:37
Market Overview - Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline in early trade due to foreign fund outflows and concerns over potential US tariff hikes [1][3] - The BSE Sensex fell by 78.84 points to 84,102.12, while the NSE Nifty decreased by 21.50 points to 25,850.85 [1] - The previous trading day saw the Sensex drop by 780.18 points (0.92%) to 84,180.96 and the Nifty tumble by 263.90 points (1.01%) to 25,876.85 [2] Institutional Activity - Foreign institutional investors sold equities worth ₹3,367.12 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased stocks worth ₹3,701.17 crore [3] - The Indian equity market is characterized by a cautious sentiment following the significant sell-off in the previous session [3] Sentiment and External Factors - Concerns regarding potential US tariff actions related to India's Russian oil imports have contributed to fragile market sentiment [4] - The lack of progress in US-India trade discussions is causing caution among institutional investors, particularly foreign ones [4] - In contrast, Asian markets showed mixed performance, with South Korea's Kospi, Japan's Nikkei 225, and Shanghai's SSE Composite indices trading higher, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng index declined [4] Commodity Prices - Brent crude oil prices increased by 0.53% to $62.32 per barrel [5]
鸿蒙智行首款MPV智界V9完成申报 余承东发文:春天见!
Xin Lang Cai Jing· 2026-01-09 04:13
每经记者|孙磊 每经编辑|裴健如 图片来源:产品申报图 1月9日,华为常务董事、产品投资评审委员会主任、终端BG董事长余承东在社交平台发文,为鸿蒙智行旗下首款MPV车型智界V9预热。 余承东称:"智界V9,旗舰大作!MPV从此大有不同!超大气场!超大空间!超强安全!超长续航!春天见 !" 1月8日,工信部发布了第403批《道路机动车辆生产企业及产品公告》新产品公示。公示信息显示,智界V9完成申报。 "我们预计,2026年,智选模式下的新车有望达到10款左右。"中信证券方面称,"根据各车企公告和官方微信公众号信息,智选首款MPV智界V9将于2026年 3月正式发售,2026年三季度尊界MPV、享界MPV也将先后上市。" 中信证券认为,受益于智能化技术以及"汽车+电子产品"生态布局,2026年,鸿蒙智行整体市场份额有望实现增长。 申报信息显示,新车长宽高为5359mm×2009mm×1859×1879mm,轴距为3250mm,产品名称为"插电式增程混合动力多用途乘用车",车内采用7座布局,电 池有宁德时代三元锂、磷酸铁锂版本。 ...
GM Joins Ford with Massive EV Writedown, Takes $7.1B Charge
Benzinga· 2026-01-09 03:50
General Motors Co. (NYSE:GM) has announced it took a $7.1 billion charge related to EVs amid a pivot away from EV efforts. GM had earlier announced a $1.6 billion EV charge.Capacity Changes, Contract CancellationsThe automaker announced it took a $6 billion charge related to EVs, comprising capacity changes and more, an SEC filing showed on Thursday. Of the $6 billion, over $4.2 billion is related to supplier commercial settlements, as well as contract cancellation fees, the automaker said. The other $1.8 b ...
小鹏超级增程家族添新成员,2026款小鹏P7+售价18.68万元起,小鹏G7超级增程售价19.58万元起
2026年1月8日,在2026小鹏全球新品发布会上,小鹏汽车正式发布2026 款小鹏 P7+、小鹏 G7 超级增程、2026 款小鹏 G6、2026 款小鹏 G9。其中2026 款小鹏P7+ 全球36国同步发布,新车有超级增程和纯电两种能源形式,超级增程有1550 Max 科技版和1550 Max 旗舰版,官方指导售价为18.68万元和19.88 万元;纯电有615 Max旗舰版和725 Max 旗舰版,官方指导售价为18.68万元和19.88万元。2026款小鹏G7推出四个版本,超级增程1704 Max 科技版和1704 Max 旗舰版,官方指导售价为19.58万元和20.58万元;纯电602 Max 旗舰版和702 Max 旗舰版,官方指导售价为19.58万元和20.58万元。2026 款小鹏 G6推出 纯电625 Max 科技版和625 Max 旗舰版,官方指导售价为17.68万元和18.68万元。2026 款小鹏 G9推出纯电625Max、725 Max和680 四驱Max版,官方指导售 价为24.88万元、25.88万元和27.88万元。 即日起至2026年3月31日(含)前,下定2026款的小鹏P ...
赵长江:智界V9保守估计三年内没有对手
南方财经1月9日电,1月9日,余承东在微博发文宣布,鸿蒙智行首款旗舰MPV——智界V9将于春天正 式亮相。赵长江随后转发该微博,并为智界V9预热,称"行业里总需要一些产品来拔高想象力的天花 板"。有网友在评论区询问赵长江如何评价智界V9这台车,他回复道:"保守估计三年内没有对手。"此 前电厂援引多方信源称,前比亚迪腾势品牌总经理、腾势方程豹直营事业部总经理赵长江已加入奇瑞汽 车和华为合作的品牌智界汽车,担任营销总经理一职。 ...
吉利控股2025年总销量411.63万辆 同比增长26%
Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen· 2026-01-09 03:00
每经AI快讯,1月9日,吉利控股集团在官微宣布,2025年集团全球总销量411.63万辆,同比增长26%, 年销量首次突破400万大关。其中,新能源销量229.31万辆,同比增长58%,新能源渗透率56%。 ...
广汽国际汽车销售服务公司增资至12亿 增幅约71%
Xin Lang Cai Jing· 2026-01-09 02:30
天眼查工商信息显示,近日,广汽国际汽车销售服务有限公司发生工商变更,注册资本由7亿人民币增 至12亿人民币,增幅约71%,同时,法定代表人及多位高管均发生变更。广汽国际汽车销售服务有限公 司成立于2022年5月,经营范围含汽车新车销售、汽车零配件批发、汽车装饰用品销售、汽车旧车销 售、新能源汽车整车销售、二手车经销、新能源汽车电附件销售等。股东信息显示,该公司由广汽集团 (601238)、广汽埃安新能源汽车股份有限公司、广汽传祺汽车有限公司共同持股。 ...