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China becomes major performance driver for global automakers

July 16,2008

By TONY JIN

Auto sales in China slowed slightly over the first half of the year amid rising oil and raw material costs and the disruptive effects of snowstorms and the devastating Sichuan earthquake. But the country still outperformed any other global market and gave hope to the world’s automakers, Xinhua writes

Where are China’s auto prices heading?

May 14,2008

By TONY JIN

Rising raw materials costs are putting pressure on automakers to increase prices or go bust. But low consolidation in the industry means it is still a buyer’s market, Shanghai Securities News reports

Passenger Vehicles Continue to Drive Automotive Leaders

February 28,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

The growth of production and sales of passenger vehicles will continue an important strategy for mainland automotive industry leaders in 2007. Dongfeng Honda and Guangzhou Toyota are among the companies that can expect greater-than-average growth this year.

Sedan Drives Chinese Auto Market

January 26,2007

By AMY CHEUNG

The China Auto Industry Association (CALA) has released the latest statistics on China's ever-growing auto industry. In 2006, China's total auto production rose 27.32% to 7.279 million units, while sales volume jumped to 7.216 million units, a 25.13% increase from the previous year. While overall consumption is expected to retain double-digit growth, the sedan is likely to outpace the average.

Changan Ford expects 143% rise in Q3 net

October 18,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

Ford Motor Co.'s Chinese partner, Changan Auto Co. Ltd., said on Wednesday it expected a 146.32 percent jump in third quarter net profit from a year earlier, Reuters reported.

Changan Ford H1profit jumps 48%

August 23,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

Changan Auto Co. Ltd., China's fourth-largest vehicle maker, reported a 48 percent jump in net profit in the first half, boosted by brisk sales at its venture with Ford Motor Co., Reuters reported.

Chinese autos trying to internationalize

August 14,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

Chinese auto brands have come up with reforms and strategies to deal with the upcoming challenges from foreign competitors and opportunities of an expanding market, Sohu News reported.

HSBC offers investment services for Chinese banks

July 17,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

HSBC has launched customdian services for Mainland commercial banks that are eligible to provide overseas welath management servcies undre the Qualified Institutional Investor (QDII) scheme, Forbes reported.

Bank of Communications defines "individual housing"

July 09,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

The Bank of Communications is the pioneer to define “individual housing” as the first housing of the mortgage bearer with architectural size within 90 sq. meters, reports China Economic Net.

Changan Ford's yet-to-be launched Volvo S40

July 09,2006

By AMY CHEUNG

Changan Ford has produced 140 Volvo S40 in the month of June, though the company claims that there is still no fixed schedule for the new model to be launched in Mainland Market, according to Xinhuanet.

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	China becomes major performance driver for global automakers July 16,2008 By TONY JIN Auto sales in China slowed slightly over the first half of the year amid rising oil and raw material costs and the disruptive effects of snowstorms and the devastating Sichuan earthquake. But the country still outperformed any other global market and gave hope to the world’s automakers, Xinhua writes Where are China’s auto prices heading? May 14,2008 By TONY JIN Rising raw materials costs are putting pressure on automakers to increase prices or go bust. But low consolidation in the industry means it is still a buyer’s market, Shanghai Securities News reports Passenger Vehicles Continue to Drive Automotive Leaders February 28,2007 By AMY CHEUNG The growth of production and sales of passenger vehicles will continue an important strategy for mainland automotive industry leaders in 2007. Dongfeng Honda and Guangzhou Toyota are among the companies that can expect greater-than-average growth this year. Sedan Drives Chinese Auto Market January 26,2007 By AMY CHEUNG The China Auto Industry Association (CALA) has released the latest statistics on China's ever-growing auto industry. In 2006, China's total auto production rose 27.32% to 7.279 million units, while sales volume jumped to 7.216 million units, a 25.13% increase from the previous year. While overall consumption is expected to retain double-digit growth, the sedan is likely to outpace the average. Changan Ford expects 143% rise in Q3 net October 18,2006 By AMY CHEUNG Ford Motor Co.'s Chinese partner, Changan Auto Co. Ltd., said on Wednesday it expected a 146.32 percent jump in third quarter net profit from a year earlier, Reuters reported. Changan Ford H1profit jumps 48% August 23,2006 By AMY CHEUNG Changan Auto Co. Ltd., China's fourth-largest vehicle maker, reported a 48 percent jump in net profit in the first half, boosted by brisk sales at its venture with Ford Motor Co., Reuters reported. Chinese autos trying to internationalize August 14,2006 By AMY CHEUNG Chinese auto brands have come up with reforms and strategies to deal with the upcoming challenges from foreign competitors and opportunities of an expanding market, Sohu News reported. HSBC offers investment services for Chinese banks July 17,2006 By AMY CHEUNG HSBC has launched customdian services for Mainland commercial banks that are eligible to provide overseas welath management servcies undre the Qualified Institutional Investor (QDII) scheme, Forbes reported. Bank of Communications defines "individual housing" July 09,2006 By AMY CHEUNG The Bank of Communications is the pioneer to define “individual housing” as the first housing of the mortgage bearer with architectural size within 90 sq. meters, reports China Economic Net. Changan Ford's yet-to-be launched Volvo S40 July 09,2006 By AMY CHEUNG Changan Ford has produced 140 Volvo S40 in the month of June, though the company claims that there is still no fixed schedule for the new model to be launched in Mainland Market, according to Xinhuanet. 1 2	Today’s Daily Briefs E-Mail Sign up for a roundup of the day’s top stories, sent every day. MOST POPULAR China Central Bank in need of a cash infusion, RMB appreciation to pause Garment makers targeting domestic market outperform exporters Poly Real Estate revenues up 25% YTD Shenyang’s Tiexi district targets alternative energy sector 40% of Chinese private firms target overseas expansion: HSBC BMW to build 2nd plant on mainland Wuhan Optical Valley sets sights on global influence by 2020 XEMC Windpower inks US$46m deal with Datang Power Generation Haima to build 2 150,000-vehicle plants Paper makers team up on eco-friendly plant Go to Complete List >

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