China’s Slowdown Pressures Japanese Businesses in 2026
Japanese companies face rising pressure in China as economic growth slows and local competitors gain strength. Industry outlook and strategic implications for 2026.
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China’s YMTC Rises in Consumer NAND Market, Driving Global Memory Industry Shakeup
YMTC, China’s NAND flash maker, rapidly expands its share in consumer markets, challenging global rivals and triggering potential restructuring in the memory industry.
Global Steel Industry Faces New Pressures: From China’s Overproduction to Rising Trade Barriers
The global steel industry is facing challenges from China’s overproduction, rising trade barriers, and shifting market dynamics. Explore the key factors reshaping the steel market …
Nissan’s Bold Restructuring Plan: Cutting Costs and Aiming for Growth
Nissan Motor accelerates its “Re-Nissan” restructuring plan, closing factories and cutting jobs while focusing on supplier collaboration and advanced technologies to recover from p…
Electrical Companies Shift to Solar Panel Business, Emphasize Product Integration for Differentiation
Sharp and Panasonic shift their solar strategies by integrating AI, energy management, and high-value panels to stay competitive as cheap Chinese imports flood the global market.
Impact of China’s Rare Earth Export Restrictions on Japanese Industries
China’s tightened rare earth export controls disrupt Japanese industries, including electric motor manufacturers and automakers. Japan and the U.S. seek cooperation to safeguard cr…
Nissan Suppliers Undergo Restructuring to Restore Profitability Amid Prolonged Slump
In response to Nissan’s sluggish sales, major suppliers like Unipres and Kasai Kogyo are restructuring globally—consolidating plants, cutting jobs, and reducing dependency on Nissa…
Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors Near Final Merger Deal, Key to Southeast Asia Strategy
Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors are nearing a long-delayed merger, aiming to defend market share in Southeast Asia against rising Chinese competition.
China's First Laozi Digital Human Unveiled in Sanmenxia, Henan
China introduces its first digital human inspired by Laozi, blending AI and Taoist wisdom. Launched at the Yellow River Cultural Tourism Festival in Sanmenxia, Henan.
Title: Winds of Restructuring in Semiconductor Foundries: TSMC Leads, China Closes In
UMC and Global Foundries explore a merger as TSMC dominates advanced chipmaking and China expands its semiconductor footprint. Industry shake-ups reflect growing global competition…
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Key Automotive Trends for 2025
Electric vehicles are set to dominate the market, with a 17% growth in shipments in 2025 and over 50% of all models expected to be electric by 2030, as predicted by Gartner.
Japanese Firms Scale Back China Expansion to 21%
Japanese companies are “expanding” into China at a rate of just 21% due to sluggish domestic demand and U.S. sanctions, according to a JETRO survey.
Japanese Automakers Rethink China Strategy Amid Slow Response to NEV Price Wars
Japanese automakers are being forced to rethink their China strategies. Nissan has closed some of its factories, Honda is planning to cut staff, and Mitsubishi has already withdraw…
Automotive Industry Rebounds in 2023: Car Production and Sales Surge Amid Semiconductor Relief
2023 Auto Industry Recap: Global car production and sales bounce back as the semiconductor shortage eases. China drives EV shift, US faces challenges with rising labor costs. Read …
Japanese Companies Confronting heightened “China risk,” Reassess Operations
Amidst escalating "China risk," Japanese companies are reevaluating their operations. Faced with economic security concerns and supply chain dependencies, businesses are navigating…
Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers
Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers.
AION Ships the First Batch of AION Y Plus EVs to Thailand, Bringing New E-mobility Experiences to Local Customers
GAC AION ("AION" or "the Company"), an emerging new energy vehicle manufacturer under Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC), announced that a total of 100 AION Y Plus electric vehicles …
China's Auto Sales Surge in H1 2023: Electric Vehicle Trends and Slowdown Challenges
China's auto sales increased 8.8% in H1 2023 due to electric vehicle purchases, but growth is slowing with the cooling economy.
BYD's Denza Launches N7 to Compete with Tesla Model Y
Denza's new N7 electric SUV, rivaling Tesla's Model Y, was unveiled with great anticipation during a livestream event on Weibo, attracting nearly 2 million views.
Thailand Becomes Changan Auto's First Right-Hand Drive EV Production Base Outside of China with 9.8 Billion Baht Investment
Changan Automobile, a leading Chinese car manufacturer, has recently announced it will invest 9.8 billion baht in Thailand, to set up its first right-hand drive electric vehicle pr…