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Business Insider
02-08-2025
- Automotive
- Business Insider
XPeng, Li Auto, NIO, or BYD: Which Chinese EV Maker Had the Strongest July?
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers posted a mixed bag of delivery results for July, with XPeng (XPEV) reporting record sales, while other major players such as BYD (BYDDF), Li Auto (LI), and Nio (NIO) saw month-over-month declines. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Following this news, share prices for the EV makers were largely lower on Friday morning. Despite reporting the strongest month, XPEV stock dipped 1.5%. At the same time, Nio, Li Auto, and BYD stocks gave up 0.3%, 3.3%, and 1.6%, respectively. XPeng's Record Deliveries Driven by New Models XPeng delivered 36,717 vehicles in July, marking a 229% year-over-year jump and a 6.1% increase from June. The success of its affordable Mona 03 sedan has been a major growth driver. Also, the company's expansion into Europe and rollout of new models, such as the G6, G9, and P7+, helped fuel demand. Further, XPEV's advanced driver-assistance tech (XNGP) also saw strong adoption, with a monthly active user penetration rate of 86% in urban driving last month. Li Auto Slips Sharply Li Auto delivered 30,731 vehicles in July, down 15.3% from June and 39.7% year-over-year. The company's July slump extended a months-long decline, raising concerns about its product lineup and market position. While Li Auto launched the new Li i8 SUV at the end of July, deliveries will not start until late August, so it did not help boost July sales. NIO Reports Mixed Results Nio reported 21,017 deliveries, a 15.7% drop from June, but up 2.5% year-over-year. It marked NIO's lowest monthly volume since March. Importantly, the company recently launched the new ONVO L90 SUV, which sold out within hours. This boosted investor optimism and sent NIO stock up nearly 10%. Wall Street analysts say the ONVO brand is a smart way to meet middle-market demand and expand beyond luxury EVs. BYD's July Deliveries Fall BYD delivered 344,296 vehicles in July 2025, marking just a 0.6% year-over-year increase and a 10.1% decline from June. Passenger BEV sales were down 14% sequentially but up 36.8% year-over-year to 177,887 units. Meanwhile, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sales fell by 4.45% from June and 22.6% year-over-year to 163,143 units. This raised concerns about its ability to meet its 5.5 million annual delivery target. The slowdown is partly due to weaker seasonal demand in China and growing regulatory scrutiny over steep discounts that have sparked a price war. Which Is the Best EV Stock? Using TipRanks' Stock Comparison Tool, let us take a look at Wall Street's ratings for the four EV stocks mentioned above. Analysts are optimistic with a 'Strong Buy' consensus rating on BYDDF stock, whereas Li Auto and XPEV stocks have a 'Moderate Buy' rating. NIO stock has a Hold. The average price target for these stocks indicates the highest upside potential of 55.49% for BYD.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Xpeng and its market entry strategy for the UK
Chinese EV manufacturer Xpeng offers a range of smart EVs that focus on performance, sustainability and safety while also offering advanced technology for drivers and passengers. At present the company sells vehicles in several European countries and the UK (at present only the G6 SUV is offered in the UK), with plans for further expansion. Xpeng has already launched in Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, and now the UK. Xpeng's UK strategy involves aiming for a gradual presence in the premium EV segment. The OEM plans to achieve this by establishing a dealership network, while focusing on building trust and brand awareness for buyers - and focusing on its smart technology brand attributes. We spoke to William Brown, Xpeng's MD for UK and Ireland, to learn more about this strategy and Xpeng's vehicle offering. Just Auto (JA): When looking at Xpeng's UK strategy could you discuss product rollout, dealership experience and service infrastructure? William Brown (WB): The first product to be introduced to the UK market is the Xpeng G6. That's primarily because it's their first global product that they can sell into any market in the world. In the UK, the vehicles are right-hand drive as opposed to left-hand drive. Xpeng has been selling vehicles in Europe for about four years, but that was left-hand drive products. Product rollout With the global strategy, the basic aim is to start selling products into as many markets as possible across the globe. It's great to have the G6 because we think it's the perfect vehicle to get people to understand a bit about the Xpeng brand and product. It fits in the most accessible place for EVs, which is C/D segment, a family size vehicle at a reasonable price point. That's the first product that we're launching in the UK, and we're just rolling that out now. The next product that will be coming to us will be early next year, sometime in the first half - specific timeline still to be confirmed - will be the X9 which is exciting because it's Xpeng's flagship model. It's on sale in China and it's just been launched in Hong Kong. With the global strategy, the basic aim is to start selling products into as many markets as possible across the globe. The X9 will be the halo model for the brand, and that will further explain to customers about Xpeng as a tech brand. The next one after that is another model that's already on sale in European markets, the G9. The current model on sale in Europe is due to be replaced with a new version. I understand it's a new model of the G9, not a facelift or update. The G9 sells very well in Europe, particularly in northern Europe, and that is a D-segment premium SUV. The closest competitor would be something like the Kia EV9. We've got other models coming and I can't go into the specifics of those models at the moment, but there's potentially another model that will be launched in 2026. Dealership experience We're taking a slightly slower approach than other Chinese entrants. We've aimed for about twenty retailers this year, and we're taking our time to pick partners that are really enthusiastic about EVs and our technology. Some brands are appointing as many dealers as possible to get great coverage in the UK. Obviously, that's convenient for customers, but we haven't taken that approach. We get to meet the people in the business that are going to be selling the products, and we get to take the vehicle down to them, show them the vehicle; we can see how engaged they are, how they interact with technology, ensure that they share the vision for where the Xpeng brand is going to be. It's early days. It's not going to be a mass-market brand. Rather, it's a brand that has aspirations at some point in the future to be a premium brand, but it's really all about the technology story. We're very keen to try, as best we can, to explain the difference between a car company, a tech company, and a tech company that builds cars - that's what Xpeng is. It's quite a difficult one to explain to big audiences, but we'll certainly have a go. It's also about specific dealers that are more excited about the long-term, where this can go with things like autonomous driving and how that could work in the future. There are dealers that just want to sell a piece of metal, turn it over quickly and get good volume - that's not really the type of dealer we're looking for. Service infrastructure Having twenty sales outlets for this year (we're looking to increase that for next year), does leave a number of service coverage gaps across the UK territory. As part of the international motors' portfolio, we have got other brands and we're going to use - where it's right for those locations and partners - some of our assets around the country in terms of dealers and partners that can help with aftersales, warranty; so they become [Xpeng] service points. We've already got a number of dedicated Xpeng service points that aren't selling the vehicles, but they're there for consumers who have got queries, any issues that they may have, and we intend to roll that out further so we can try and take some of that nervousness away, too. When looking at the bigger picture what are the short-term and longer-term goals for Xpeng? The new Chinese entrants are moving at a speed that's unprecedented in terms of when the Koreans or the Japanese brought products to market decades ago. It is much quicker than anybody had anticipated. The short-term goal for Xpeng, between one and five years, is that, assuming we have various Chinese brands selling products in the UK, the expectation is that Xpeng gets recognised as the number one Chinese premium brand. In five years' time, if we've got ten or twelve Chinese brands in the UK selling various products, the aim is that Xpeng is recognised to be the premium, tech-focused brand. Then longer term, looking towards ten years, if we've established ourselves as a kind of leader in tech and premium among Chinese brands, then the next aim is to start to rival the established legacy premium brands – Audi, BMW etc. That's a very difficult area of the market to penetrate, but the exciting thing about EVs is we believe customers are not as fixed or as loyal to existing brands, because it's a different proposition from an ICE vehicle. An EV vehicle is much more about how technology integrates with day-to-day life, and so we're quite excited and we think EV is an opportunity to, potentially, take some of those customers that are maybe used to those established premium brands and get them to look at Chinese brands. With the technology that we've got on the car and in the pipeline, Xpeng will be a clear technology leader in automotive At the moment it'd be probably difficult to get Xpeng on the consideration list of somebody that has had BMWs, Audis and Mercedes, but I think in the future we should be able to get there. With the technology that we've got on the car and in the pipeline, Xpeng will be a clear technology leader in automotive. I can't see any of the legacy brands being able to keep up with the pace that Xpeng will be traveling at. Do you think EV adoption will carry on growing in the UK? The UK is probably a leader, with the exception of Norway. It's a leader because of the government trajectory in terms of targets for 2030. I think that for manufacturers working in the UK, it focuses your business plan around keeping in line with that and where the government wants to position automotive in the UK. At this moment in time, you can only see EV sales rising and the acceptance from consumers growing year on year. Obviously now there's more [charging] infrastructure around that being supported. I dare say there are going to be other incentives over the next few years to help consumers get on that journey. We're really excited that to have a brand like Xpeng which is a new energy vehicle brand that is pretty much dedicated EV. It feels like a really good space to be in. There are some aspects of the market that are challenging, of course, but I think that's short-term. When we get through the 2025-2026 period, the market in 2027 is going to be completely different to how it is today and that's what we're focused on. 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CairoScene
06-07-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
Air Arabia Launches Daily Flights Between Sharjah & Warsaw
Air Arabia's new Sharjah–Warsaw Modlin route starts Dec 20, with flexible daily options. Starting December 20th, 2025, Air Arabia will launch daily non-stop flights from Sharjah International Airport to Warsaw Modlin Mazovia Airport. Located roughly 40 kilometres north of central Warsaw, Modlin Airport serves as a secondary gateway to the Polish capital. The new route will follow a split schedule: on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, flight G9 607 departs Sharjah at 07:15 AM, arriving in Modlin at 10:55 AM, with the return flight G9 608 departing at 11:45 AM and landing in Sharjah at 08:45 PM. On Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, flight G9 609 departs Sharjah at 05:05 PM and arrives in Modlin at 08:45 PM, while flight G9 610 returns from Modlin at 09:35 PM, arriving in Sharjah at 06:35 AM the following morning. Flights will be operated using Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, featuring Air Arabia's SkyTime streaming service and SkyCafe onboard menu.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
XPeng or NIO: Which Chinese EV Stock Looks Stronger Now?
China's new-energy vehicle (NEV) market is thriving, driven by strong consumer demand, rapid technological innovation and continued government support. Among the noted players in this fast-moving space are NIO Inc. NIO and XPeng Inc. XPEV — two homegrown EV players racing to capture market share. While both are committed to pushing the boundaries of electric mobility, their strategies and performance differ. As the competition heats up, the question is—which company is better positioned to win over shareholders? Let's compare NIO and XPeng across several critical metrics to find out which one currently holds the edge. NIO's current lineup spans sedans, SUVs and coupes, including models like ES6, EC6, ES7, ES8, EC7, ET5, ET5T, ET7, ET9, EP9. In late March 2025, NIO began deliveries of its luxury flagship sedan, ET9. Beyond its core lineup, NIO is expanding its reach through two sub-brands. ONVO, its mainstream mass-market brand, debuted L60, which has been well-received by consumers. Deliveries of its second vehicle, L90, are expected to begin in the third quarter of 2025, followed by a third model in the fourth quarter. Meanwhile, Firefly—NIO's high-end compact EV brand—unveiled its first model in April 2025. XPeng also has a diversified lineup. It also bets big on intelligence-driven vehicles. Its offerings include G9 (a mid- to large-sized SUV), P7i (a sporty sedan), G6 (a sleek coupe SUV), P7+ (a family sedan), MONA M03 (a value-priced sedan) and X9 (a seven-seat MPV). This month, XPeng introduced its latest model, G7—a crossover positioned between G6 and G9. Within 46 minutes of opening pre-orders, G7 attracted over 10,000 reservations, signaling strong market interest. G7 is also the first model equipped with XPeng's in-house Turing AI chip, which reportedly delivers triple the computing power of standard smart driving chips. While NIO offers a broader brand presence across price tiers, XPeng's focus on intelligent driving and diverse vehicle styles, along with the early buzz surrounding its G7 launch, underscores its tech-driven strategy. This product innovation focus could help XPeng gain ground in an increasingly crowded market. XPeng has delivered a knockout performance on the delivery front. In 2024, it delivered 190,068 vehicles — a 34.2% increase year over year. The momentum surged in 2025, with 94,008 vehicles delivered in the first quarter alone, marking a jaw-dropping 331% jump from the prior-year period. That momentum continues, with 35,045 vehicles delivered in April (up 273% year over year) and 33,525 in May (up 230%). XPeng expects second-quarter deliveries in the band of 102,000-108,000, representing year-over-year growth of 238%-257%. NIO, though growing steadily, is now trailing in volumes. It delivered 221,970 vehicles in 2024 — higher than XPeng's total — but the story has changed in 2025. NIO sold 42,094 units in the first quarter of 2025 — less than half of XPeng's quarterly tally. April deliveries rose 53% year over year to 23,900 units, while May deliveries climbed a modest 13.1% to 23,231 units. For second-quarter 2025, NIO projects deliveries in the range of 72,000-75,000 vehicles, implying a rise of 25.5-30.7% year over year. In terms of growth and volume, XPeng is clearly in the driver's seat. XPeng delivered strong top-line growth in the last reported quarter, with revenues surging 141.5% year over year to $2.18 billion. Its net loss narrowed significantly to $90 million, reflecting improving operational efficiency. Vehicle margin improved to 10.5% from 5.5% a year ago. NIO generated $1.66 billion in revenues in the last reported quarter, up 20.8% year over year. However, it remains deeply in the red, with a net loss of $930 million — a 30% increase from the prior-year period. Its vehicle margin was 10.2%, slightly below XPeng's but up from 9.2% in the prior-year quarter. While both firms are still unprofitable, XPeng is seeing stronger revenue growth and a healthier trend in narrowing losses, giving it a modest edge on the financial front. Both NIO and XPeng are spending money on advanced technologies, but their approaches differ. NIO's standout innovation is its battery swap tech, with over 3,400 stations deployed globally. It's also advancing smart driving with its NIO World Model (NWM), part of its NADArch 2.0 architecture. NWM enables real-time decision-making from raw sensor data and is now live on Banyan-based vehicles. XPeng, meanwhile, is doubling down on full-stack intelligence. Its AI Hawkeye Visual Solution and XOS 5.4 operating system showcase an integrated approach to smart driving. XPeng is also thinking beyond the road—developing humanoid robots, flying cars and in-house AI chips. While some of these projects may seem far-fetched, they reflect XPeng's bold vision for the future of mobility. For now, XPeng's ambition and breadth of innovation give it a clear edge. While NIO stock has struggled so far in 2025, XPeng shares have seen a solid upswing—likely fueled by investor excitement around its advancements in autonomous driving, robotics and AI. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Both stocks trade at relatively low forward price-to-sales ratios versus their historical averages. However, XPeng's forward P/S ratio of 1.25 is notably higher than NIO's 0.42. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Despite both companies being unprofitable, the market appears to be rewarding XPeng's bold tech narrative and improving financials, while remaining cautious on NIO amid continued losses and margin pressure. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for XPEV's 2025 bottom line suggests 66.7% year-over-year growth, while the 2026 estimate implies a 207% jump from 2025 projected levels. See how estimates for XPeng have been revised in the past 90 days. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NIO's 2025 and 2026 bottom line implies a year-over-year improvement of 31% and 59%, respectively. See how estimates for NIO have been revised in the past 90 days. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research At this point, neither NIO nor XPeng is a screaming buy. Both carry a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), which suggests investors should stay cautious in the short term. That said, if we have to pick one over the other, it would be XPeng. It's growing faster, cutting its losses, and generating more excitement around its tech, especially in autonomous driving and AI. NIO still has some strong cards to play, like its battery swap network and broader brand strategy. But NIO hasn't turned those advantages into the same kind of growth and margin progress we're seeing from XPeng. For investors looking to tap into China's EV growth story, XPeng looks like the more promising one now. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report NIO Inc. (NIO) : Free Stock Analysis Report XPeng Inc. Sponsored ADR (XPEV) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
Digital Trends
23-06-2025
- Digital Trends
We gave this 49-inch OLED monitor a 9 out of 10 — it's $700 off
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