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đź“…May 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Auto giants like Stellantis, BYD, Mercedes, Hyundai, and Toyota report mixed Q1 results amid China slowdowns, tariffs, and Middle East disruptions; markets react to oil volatility and tech gains.
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Stellantis Swings to Net Profit on Robust Jeep, Ram Sales

Stellantis returned to profit in Q1 2026, driven by stronger Jeep and Ram demand in North America and rising shipments.Source 1 Europe faced pressures from pricing and competition, but CEO Antonio Filosa confirmed full-year guidance during a global review.Source 1

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BYD Posts Steepest Profit Drop in Six Years as China Sales Falter

BYD’s Q1 profit plunged 55.4% due to weakened domestic sales, declining subsidies, and intensified competition in China’s EV market.Source 1 Overseas expansion and tech investments aim to offset pressures, though analysts doubt exports can fully compensate.Source 1

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Mercedes Earnings Slide on China Slump Ahead of Model Offensive

Mercedes-Benz Q1 earnings declined with car margins dropping to 4.1% from weak China demand and fierce competition.Source 1 Recovery is expected via new models and cost controls, despite Middle East risks, tariffs, and German constraints.Source 1

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Hyundai Accelerates US Output to Lighten Profit Hit From Tariffs

Hyundai plans increased US production, cost cuts, and focus on higher-margin vehicles to counter tariffs in its key market.Source 1 Middle East disruptions from the Iran war shift short-term emphasis to North America amid localization delays.Source 1

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Toyota to Invest Further $1 Billion to Boost Output at US Plants

Toyota announced a $1 billion investment in Kentucky and Indiana plants to expand US production, targeting hybrid model demand.Source 1 This move supports localization efforts amid global supply risks.Source 1

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Toyota February Global Sales Fell 2.3% Amid EV Competition and Supply Risks

Toyota's February sales dropped 2.3%, hit by EV competition in China and soft demand in Japan.Source 1 Iran-related supply disruptions pose a larger ongoing risk to production.Source 1

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NAB Shares Fall After 1H Cash Profit and Revenue Miss

National Australia Bank (NAB) shares declined following a first-half cash profit and revenue shortfall.Source 3 The miss impacted investor sentiment amid broader market movements.Source 3

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Chevron CEO Warns Global Energy System Under Extreme Stress

Chevron's CEO highlighted the global energy system facing extreme stress, likely tied to Middle East tensions.Source 3 This comes amid oil price volatility from Hormuz Strait issues.Source 3

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OPEC+ Agrees Symbolic Quota Hike as UAE Touts Oil Investment

OPEC+ approved a symbolic production quota increase, with UAE emphasizing new oil investments.Source 3 The decision occurs against choppy oil markets influenced by regional conflicts.Source 3

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Samsung Electronics Shares Surge 5.4% on Tech Rally in South Korea

Samsung Electronics jumped 5.4% as South Korea's Kospi gained 5.1%, driven by strong tech buying.Source 4 This followed Wall Street records, with chipmakers leading gains.Source 4

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TSMC Shares Soar 6.6% Boosting Taiwan's Taiex by 4.6%

TSMC shares rose 6.6%, propelling Taiwan's Taiex up 4.6% amid a regional tech surge.Source 4 Markets eye Hormuz progress and Middle East war resolution for trade stability.Source 4

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Apple Leads Wall Street Rally with Stronger-Than-Expected Profit

Apple's shares rallied 3.3% after better-than-expected profits, powering the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to records.Source 4 Its size amplified the index gains on Friday.Source 4