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Cui Dongshu: Revenue of major domestic listed automakers reached RMB 1.293 trillion in the first half of the year, with growth slowing significantly.
In the first half of 2026, China's automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation amid intense competition in the existing market. As the penetration rate of new energy vehicles continues to rise, the sector is characterized by a divergence where revenue growth does not translate into profit growth, creating a stark contrast between thriving and struggling segments.
The first Chinese humanoid robot ETF has been listed in the United States. What are the underlying reasons?
According to Defiance ETFs, the top ten constituents of CROB are exclusively leading companies in China’s industrial supply chain: Leader Harmonious Drive, Huichuan Technology, Lingyi iTech, Sanhua, Megmeet, Hengli Hydraulic, Tuopu Group, Luxshare Precision, CATL, and Wolong Electric Drive.
China Passenger Car Association (CPCA): National retail sales of passenger vehicles reached 1.626 million units in August, down 19% year-on-year but up 11% month-on-month.
From August 1 to 31, retail sales of passenger vehicles in the national market reached 1.626 million units, a year-on-year decline of 19% compared to the same period last August, but an 11% increase from the previous month. Cumulative retail sales of passenger vehicles since the beginning of this year totaled 11.799 million units, down 20% year on year.
0.0246%! Lottery rate for the third most expensive IPO of the year is announced | Post-market Announcement Roundup
As of August 31, Zhang Jianping has exited the list of the top ten shareholders of Zhongji Innolight. He was ranked as the ninth-largest shareholder at the end of the second quarter.
"Eldest Son of the Republic" Intensifies Releases on Fuel and Solid-State Battery Progress as Leading Automakers Escalate "Arms Race"
① On September 1, Cailian Press reporters learned from FAW Group that the company’s independently developed new-generation fuel cell stack recently passed third-party testing and certification by the China Automotive Technology and Research Center (Tianjin) New Energy Vehicle Inspection Center; ② Data from Wind Information shows that in the first half of this year, six A-share listed companies had R&D investments exceeding RMB 10 billion, with BYD ranking first among A-share listed companies for R&D spending in the first half of the year.
The World Power Battery Conference is approaching; the solid-state battery sector is poised for new catalysts.
① The 2026 World Power Battery Conference will be held in Yibin, Sichuan, from September 3 to 4, where achievements such as innovative power battery technologies and technology roadmaps will be released. ② Zhai Kun of Debang Securities pointed out that the dual drive of policy and capital is resonating, bringing the inflection point for the industrialization of solid-state batteries closer.
Planned $4.17 billion investment! Major foundry giant makes substantial capital injection | Selected Post-Market Announcements
Major foundry plans to invest $4 billion in new production lines; billing officially commences for computing power orders exceeding RMB 200 million; clarification issued that fundamentals remain unchanged for the stock with seven consecutive limit-ups...
August EV Sales Report: Leapmotor surpasses 100,000 units again to retain sales crown; XPeng and Li Auto overtake Nio; Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance records negative year-on-year growth
Leapmotor retained its sales championship with 103,000 deliveries and achieved sustained profitability; XPeng (39,000 units) and Li Auto (37,000 units) overtook Nio (35,000 units), while Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance saw a year-on-year decline of 5.6%. Zeekr delivered 37,000 vehicles, representing a 109.8% year-on-year increase, and Xiaomi recorded over 30,000 deliveries for the fifth consecutive month. BYD continued to lead traditional automakers with 440,000 units.
Insights from the Semi-Annual Reports of 23 Listed Automakers: Fewer Than 30% Report Net Profit Growth; Marginal Industry Expectations to Improve in Q3
① Among the 23 listed A-share and H-share vehicle manufacturers, 15 recorded positive revenue growth in the first half of 2026, accounting for 65.2%; 14 achieved profitability during the period, representing 60.7%. ② Only six companies reported profit growth, constituting less than 30% of the total. ③ The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) expects the decline in retail sales to gradually narrow in the third and fourth quarters.
Two industry giants ramp up investment in the charging infrastructure race
The key competitive factor is maintaining a stable flow of vehicles.
Combined Accounts Payable and Notes Payable of 14 Automakers Exceed RMB 780 Billion; Average DPO Extends by 23 Days | Automaker Semi-Annual Reports
① A review of Wind data by CLS reporters reveals that the average days payable outstanding (DPO) for mainstream automakers stood at approximately 170 days, 164 days, and 187 days in mid-2025, full-year 2025, and mid-2026, respectively, representing an increase of about 23 days compared to the end of the previous year. ② As of the end of the second quarter this year, the combined total of accounts payable and notes payable for listed mainstream automakers reached RMB 782.51 billion, an increase of RMB 17.55 billion from the end-of-2025 figure.
CLS Venture Capital Connect: Total primary market financing this week amounted to approximately RMB 16.15 billion; XPeng Robotics completed its Series A round of over USD 900 million.
1. This week (August 22–28), a total of 136 investment and financing events occurred in China, with the disclosed total financing amount reaching approximately RMB 16.15 billion. 2. Advanced manufacturing and integrated circuits ranked as the top two sectors by total financing amount; among sub-sectors, AI infrastructure showed relatively high activity. 3. CICC Capital was the most active investor this week, participating in six deals. XPeng Robotics completed its first round of financing exceeding USD 900 million, marking the largest disclosed investment amount for the week.
Key Agenda for Next Week: China PMI and U.S. Non-Farm Payrolls, Fed Governor Waller’s Speech, Tesla Cybercab, Broadcom and Zhipu AI Earnings
China’s PMI and the U.S. Non-Farm Payrolls report will be released sequentially, with the latter serving as the final employment data before the September FOMC meeting and directly influencing market pricing of the interest rate cut trajectory. Fed Governor Waller will address inflation outlook, a speech that may carry more weight than recent remarks at Jackson Hole. On the earnings front, Broadcom and Zhipu AI will release their results, marking the conclusion of the interim reporting season for A-share and H-share companies. In terms of events, Tesla will unveil its Cybercab; Jensen Huang and Elon Musk are scheduled to attend the G20 Technology Ministers’ Meeting; Bessent may warn nations at the G20 to cooperate with economic sanctions against Iran; the surge in electronic component prices is expected to continue; Apple will undergo a CEO transition; and Shein’s listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will proceed concurrently.
Raking in 77.6 Billion! Domestic Memory Chip Leader Turns a Profit as Next-Gen Products Enter Sampling | Selected Post-Market Announcements
Major memory chip manufacturers posted profits exceeding RMB 70 billion, achieving a remarkable turnaround from losses; a lithium battery materials giant saw its performance surge ninefold, marking a strong comeback; rumors of mergers and restructuring among top-tier securities firms have made further substantive progress...
Q2 Performance Slows Down: Tuopu Group Reports Actuators and Dexterous Hand Motors Enter Small-Batch Delivery Phase | Earnings Analysis
① The company's revenue growth in the first half of the year was only in single digits, while net profit reversed course to decline by over 20%, with the downturn accelerating notably in Q2; ② Revenue from robotic actuators reached RMB 14.0477 million, a year-on-year increase of 83.43%, surpassing the full-year revenue of RMB 13.59 million recorded last year; ③ As of the end of the reporting period, the company's annual production capacity for air suspension systems had been raised to approximately 1.3 million units, with the full-year target of reaching approximately 1.5 million units remaining unchanged.
Global Research Highlights | Goldman Sachs Reviews the World Humanoid Robot Games: Expansion of Application Scenarios and Autonomous Capabilities Emerge as New Thresholds
① A total of 666 teams and 2,056 robots participated in this year's competition, representing a scale approximately four times that of the previous edition; the number of real-world application projects increased from 6 to 21. ② The winning time for the robot 100-meter dash improved to 8.64 seconds, with significant advancements observed in motion control, navigation, and system stability. ③ Zhiyuan led the application-focused events, while Beijing-based humanoid robots dominated the athletic competitions. Goldman Sachs believes that investment value within the industry chain has shown clear differentiation.
Leading Computing Power Provider: Core AI Cabinet Shipments Triple, Prototypes Delivered! | Selected After-Hours Announcements
Shipments of ASIC racks by AI server giants triple; net profits of large-cap blue-chip insurers surge over 50%; semiconductor foundry leaders report blockbuster results, with first-half net profit growth exceeding fourfold... Which post-market announcements deserve attention today?
At the Chengdu Auto Show, sales volume takes precedence over traffic.
This is the most accurate reflection of China's current automotive market.
Domestic Brands Assert Dominance! BYD Secures Entire Pavilion for Third Consecutive Year, Showcasing Disruptive Technologies; Great Wall Motors Occupies Half Pavilion | 2026 Chengdu Auto Show
1. As a leading enterprise in China's new energy vehicle industry, BYD maintained its strong presence at the auto show, showcasing its brand in a dedicated pavilion at the Chengdu Auto Show for three consecutive years. 2. Chery Group debuted 38 models under its five major brands—Chery, Exeed, Jetour, iCAR, and Zongheng—in Hall 5. 3. Great Wall Motor occupied half of Hall 1 at this year's auto show, with all six of its brands—WEY, ORA, Haval, Tank, GWM Poer, and GWM Soul—participating in full force.
BYD deploys the "Han" model to fill the gap.
BYD has set the pre-sale threshold for the Han EV below RMB 250,000. On August 21, pre-sales for the Han EV commenced at the Chengdu Auto Show, with prices for three models ranging from RMB 249,900 to RMB 299,900. The two rear-wheel-drive variants offer a CLTC range of 1,008 km, while the all-wheel-drive version provides a range of 880 km and achieves a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of as fast as 3.3 seconds in testing. With a length of 5,256 mm and a wheelbase of 3,130 mm, the highest pre-sale price remains under RMB 300,000. For such a large flagship sedan, the pricing is more noteworthy than its size. BYD's entry of the Han at this juncture aims primarily to stabilize the declining sales volume of the Han family. Data shows that in 2024, the Han family...