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Japan factory output seen down on weak overseas demand, typhoon disruptions: Reuters poll

Japan's industrial output likely declined in August due to weak demand and typhoon impacts, while retail sales are expected to rise and jobless rates to dip slightly.

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Japan factory output seen down on weak overseas demand, typhoon disruptions: Reuters poll

Japan's industrial output likely fell in August due to weak demand and typhoon-related factory suspensions, potentially impacting economic recovery prospects.

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Analysis-Thai auto sector reels from falling orders and soaring household debt

Thailand's $53 billion auto industry struggles with high consumer debt and a transition to electric vehicles, leading to production cuts, job losses, and a grim outlook for local manufacturers.

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Analysis-Hybrid cars throw lifeline to platinum metals

Hybrid car sales growth, coupled with slowing EV sales, is expected to boost demand for platinum group metals, countering long-term declines driven by the shift to electric vehicles.

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Factbox-Carmakers adjust electrification plans as EV demand slows

Toyota has reduced its 2026 EV production goal as manufacturers adjust plans amid slowing demand for electric vehicles.

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• TSLA

Japanese cars, beer gain ground in S.Korea as relations thaw

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Japan to give up to $2.4 billion in new support for domestic EV battery production

Japan announces $2.4 billion in subsidies to boost electric vehicle battery production, enhancing supply chains and production capacities for major automakers like Toyota and Nissan.

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BMW plans to bring its first hydrogen car onto the market from 2028

BMW plans to launch its first hydrogen-powered vehicle in 2028, using technology from Toyota. It emphasizes future mobility and hydrogen infrastructure development.

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Asia stocks nervous as China concerns continue to mount

Asia's stock markets decline as investors await U.S. economic data, while tensions rise between China and Japan over semiconductor export restrictions, impacting global supply chains.

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• BIDU
• GM
• GOOGL
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• TSLA

China's drivers fret as robotaxis pick up pace - and passengers

China's ride-hailing industry faces disruption from robotaxis, threatening jobs for millions. Companies are rapidly testing autonomous vehicles, while concerns about safety and unemployment grow among drivers.