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Monday 11 November 2024
Exodus looms: Taiwan businesses eye exit as China grapples with dual economic pressures
With Donald Trump's re-election, speculation is building over a potential 60% tariff on Chinese exports to the US, a move that analysts warn could further destabilize China's fragile...
Thursday 7 November 2024
Donald Trump's victory sparks SEA concerns over China +1 strategy amid tariff threats
Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election has raised concerns about potential new tariffs and their impact on Southeast Asia's "China +1" strategy. Countries in the region...
Thursday 7 November 2024
Semiconductor industry applauds Trump's win and TSMC's future prospects
The semiconductor sector is reviewing the outcome of the US presidential election, with industry experts suggesting that a Trump victory will result in benefits that outweigh the...
Tuesday 5 November 2024
China extends lead over Japan in global auto exports, defying tariff challenges
At the close of October 2024, China and Japan disclosed automotive export figures covering January to September. DIGITIMES Research noted that China's lead over Japan, first...
Tuesday 5 November 2024
Lessons from Vietnam: how Apple could strengthen its supply chain amidst struggling expansion in India
Amid the ongoing US-China conflict, the industry is focusing on Apple's efforts to shift its supply chain away from China to other regions. However, one of Apple's primary alternative...
Friday 1 November 2024
Chinese automakers activate 'Plan B' as EU EV tariffs take effect
As the European Union implemented tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles on October 31, both European and Chinese EV supply chains have begun executing contingency plans. The tariffs...
Wednesday 30 October 2024
EU slaps 45.3% tariff on Chinese EVs as China presses for unified talks
European electric vehicle sales fell short of expectations in the first half of 2024, capturing 14% of the market. Transport and Environment (T&E) points to fragmented green subsidies...
Wednesday 9 October 2024
Chinese automakers seek breakthrough amid rising trade barriers
Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) companies are working to break through growing trade barriers imposed by the US and its allies.
Tuesday 8 October 2024
Trade barriers may accelerate Chinese automakers' expansion in Europe
The European Union's (EU) tariff policy is designed to preserve the advantages of its domestic industry chain, but the high taxes imposed on Chinese auto businesses have motivated...
Tuesday 8 October 2024
BYD, Geely, SAIC face steep EU taxes
The European Union (EU) has imposed countervailing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EV) for five years, levying significant duties on Chinese brands including BYD, Geely Automobile...
Friday 27 September 2024
UK embraces Chinese EVs: green double-deckers and price wars ignite industry debate
Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) brands are expanding aggressively overseas, facing tariff barriers in several European and North American markets. The UK, however, has taken a different...
Thursday 26 September 2024
US election outcome to impact prices for Taiwan ODMs negotiating ZT plant purchase
ODMs without US manufacturing capabilities have initiated active procurement discussions following AMD's acquisition of ZT Systems, with the upcoming US presidential election potentially...
Wednesday 25 September 2024
US set to ban Chinese connected vehicles on cybersecurity concerns
The US is intensifying restrictions on Chinese-made vehicles. Beyond the current 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), the US Department of Commerce (DOC) is reportedly...
Wednesday 25 September 2024
China-based solar companies undergo new wave of migration to avoid tariff barriers
A new round of US Section 301 sanctions will come into effect on the 27th, imposing a 50% tariff on Chinese-produced solar cells. These policies are compelling China-based solar companies...
Friday 20 September 2024
Why China-based automotive manufacturers are not worried about Biden's EV trade war
The Biden Administration announced in May that it would be increasing tariff rates on China-based products including semiconductors and electric vehicles (EVs). USTR claimed that...