Automotive

Ford Raises Annual Guidance After Strong Quarter, Citing Robust Pricing and Resilient Demand

Ford lifted its full-year guidance after a second-quarter earnings beat, citing strong pricing and resilient demand. Shares rose about 4% on the news.

Yen Hits Three-Month High After Rare Joint US-Japan Currency Intervention

The yen strengthened to ¥155 against the dollar after Washington and Tokyo confirmed a rare joint currency intervention, though analysts question its stayi

Shein Proposes Cash Payouts and Extra Shares for Late-Stage Investors Ahead of Hong Kong IPO

Shein is proposing cash payouts and extra shares to late-stage investors to bridge a valuation gap ahead of its planned Hong Kong IPO.

Oil Prices Plunge as Trump Halts Iran Strikes to Pursue Peace Talks

Brent crude fell 5% and European stocks rallied after President Trump called off planned strikes on Iran to pursue Middle East peace negotiations.

Microsoft Set to Report Earnings as Investors Focus on Azure Growth and AI Spending

Microsoft is set to report quarterly earnings after the bell, with investors focused on Azure cloud growth and its plans for AI capital expenditure.

Ford Raises Annual Guidance After Strong Quarter, Citing Robust Pricing and Resilient Demand

Ford lifted its full-year guidance after a second-quarter earnings beat, citing strong pricing and resilient demand. Shares rose about 4% on the news.

BMW to Cut Several Thousand Jobs in Germany Amid Rising Pressure from Chinese Rivals

BMW will cut as many as 8,000 jobs in Germany by 2027 under a voluntary redundancy programme, as pressure from Chinese EV rivals reshapes the auto sector.

Mercedes-Benz Cuts 2026 Sales Forecast as China Competition Reshapes Market

Mercedes-Benz lowered its 2026 sales forecast as CEO Ola Kallenius called intense China competition "a new reality" reshaping the world's largest car marke

Porsche Deepens Restructuring, Targeting 9,000 Job Cuts by 2035 Amid EV Slowdown

Porsche will eliminate around 9,000 jobs by 2035 after adding 5,000 more cuts, as weak EV demand and tough competition in China pressure the carmaker.

Piper Sandler Upgrades Rivian and Mobileye, Citing Edge Over Legacy Automakers

Piper Sandler has upgraded Rivian and Mobileye, citing a structural advantage over legacy automakers as the robotaxi market expands.

Renault Slashes Engineering Workforce Amidst Rising Chinese Competition

Renault plans to cut 15-20% of its global engineering staff over the next two years to boost agility and compete with rising Chinese automakers.

Brazil Blacklists BYD Over Slave-Like Labor Conditions at Major Plant

Brazil's Ministry of Labour and Employment has blacklisted Chinese automaker BYD due to alleged slave-like labor conditions at its major plant construction site in Bahia, impacting its operations and reputation in the country.

China’s Electric Car Export Boom Defies Regional Turmoil

China's car exports soared nearly 74% in March 2026, as overseas demand for electric vehicles skyrocketed, offsetting slumping domestic sales and Middle East turmoil.

Tesla China Sales Surge in March, Marking Fifth Consecutive Month of Growth

Tesla's China-made electric vehicle sales experienced an 8.7% year-over-year increase in March, marking the fifth consecutive month of growth and highlighting the company's resilience in a competitive market.

US Lawmakers Seek Sweeping Ban on Chinese Autos and Auto Parts Amid Trade Tensions

US lawmakers, led by Senator Bernie Moreno, are pushing for a comprehensive ban on Chinese autos and auto parts, citing national security and fair competition concerns. The proposed legislation aims to extend restrictions beyond imports to include technology and software, drawing mixed reactions globally.

Chery Gears Up for South African Production by 2027

Chinese automaker Chery plans to start production at its newly acquired South African plant by the end of 2027, focusing on electrified vehicles and aiming to boost local employment and exports.

Cyngn Secures $9.65 Million in Direct Offering to Fuel Autonomous Vehicle Technology Growth

Cyngn Inc. successfully raises $9.65 million in a registered direct offering to fund its autonomous vehicle technology development and working capital needs.

NIO Accelerates Growth with Strong February Deliveries and Battery Swap Milestones

NIO reports a significant 57.6% year-over-year increase in February 2026 vehicle deliveries, alongside achieving 100 million battery swaps. Discover the details of their strong performance and milestones.

Tesla Ignites China’s AI Scene with New Training Center for Self-Driving Tech

Tesla launches a new AI training center in China to boost its Full Self-Driving capabilities, addressing data localization laws and intensifying competition in the EV market.

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