... the closure of three plants in Germany for the first time, indicating serious internal issues. These negative indicators highlight that major automotive corporations are struggling to cope with external challenges, including competitive pressure from Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers and the ongoing slowdown of the European economy. Key Risks for Automakers Tariffs on Imports to the U.S.: Donald Trump is once again considering increasing tariffs on imported vehicles to support domestic manufacturers. If tariffs ...

... competition and potentially raising service quality. Additionally, establishing robust service infrastructure and introducing electric vehicles could support Russia's “green” initiatives, benefiting both investors and the state. The potential return of German ... ... decision to reintroduce major brands reflects an effort to maintain market presence in the face of growing competition from Chinese manufacturers. With governmental support and stable trade policies, this move could prove beneficial for all parties.” ...

... about 80% of iPhones produced in the United States are assembled in China, reflecting Apple’s strong dependency on Chinese infrastructure for its production and logistics. All these factors render Apple’s shares sensitive to fluctuations in the Chinese market. Tesla (TSLA). China is the world’s largest electric vehicle market, and Tesla has been actively ramping up production there (Gigafactory in Shanghai). For the first half of 2025, China accounted for the majority of Tesla’s sales; the company explicitly referred to China as "its largest market." ...

... Volkswagen is even considering closing three plants in Germany, a first in its history, due to internal pressures. These negative results suggest that German automakers are struggling to cope with external challenges, including the competitive threat from Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers and an economic slowdown in Europe. Major Risks Facing German Automakers U.S. Import Tariffs: Donald Trump has proposed raising import tariffs on vehicles as a measure to protect the U.S. auto industry. If tariffs increase (potentially ...

... skeptical that these steps will be sufficient to achieve the targeted annual growth of around 5.5–6%. The softer trajectory of the Chinese economy is reflected across the region, particularly impacting resource and goods exporters from the APEC region. Additional ... ... Alphabet shares rose by about 1% on the news, instilling optimism in other megacap companies. Tesla – The world's largest electric vehicle manufacturer disappointed the market with its quarterly report. While Tesla's revenue continued to grow due to increasing ...