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Quantified news impact based on deduplicated, quality-reviewed events in a single 7-day window.

Average net impact-4weighted per event

Average gross impact13absolute weighted average

Events28same period

Confidence75%model average

Raw intensity53before weighting

Previous period0net impact

Gross changeInsufficient base

Diffusion speed4.0 / day

Concentration6%

Direction disagreement70%

Source independence94%22 sources

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25 Jul, 040 events

25 Jul, 180 events

26 Jul, 080 events

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26 Jul, 224 events

27 Jul, 126 events

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28 Jul, 022 events

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28 Jul, 166 events

29 Jul, 065 events

29 Jul, 201 event

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30 Jul, 101 event

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31 Jul, 142 events

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Short term39%141 cumulative effective impact

Medium term51%185 cumulative effective impact

Long term9%34 cumulative effective impact

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Industries1

Industries28 Jul, 20:51neutral

MIIT Reports Progress on Shortening Auto Supplier Payment Cycles, Says Some Firms Still Extend Them

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on July 27 held a media briefing to report on efforts to push major auto companies to shorten payment cycles for suppliers. The ministry noted that a few companies still have disguised extensions, such as delayed start dates and non-standard management. To strengthen oversight, MIIT appointed 20 journalists as the first batch of 'supervisors' for the industry's payment-cycle issues. Next, MIIT will accelerate the compilation of payment guidelines, step up supervision, and enforce laws to protect supplier firms, especially small and medium-sized enterprises.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 30
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Short term

Companies7

Companies29 Jul, 20:57mixed

Porsche 2026 H1: Deliveries Down 16.5%, Profit Up 33.9%, Launches Strategic Streamlining and Layoffs

Porsche reported a 16.5% drop in global deliveries to 122,300 vehicles in the first half of 2026. Operating profit rose 33.9% to 1.348 billion euros as revenue fell 5.11% to 17.229 billion euros. The sales return margin improved to 7.8% from 5.5% in 2025, and the EBITDA margin was 18.3%. New energy vehicle deliveries fell 30.8%, with pure electric vehicles accounting for 19.4% of automotive sales. China deliveries plunged 31.93% to 14,500 units, reducing its share to 12% from 15% in 2025. The company unveiled a 2035 strategy to streamline products and cut costs, and plans to eliminate about 8,900 jobs in Germany through layoffs and contract non-renewals.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Medium term

Companies29 Jul, 16:42mixed

Porsche Delivers 14,501 Cars in China in First Half of 2026, Down 31.93%

Porsche management said during an earnings call that the Chinese market faces slowing growth and ongoing challenges, with conditions changing monthly. The company reaffirmed its value-first strategy, not pursuing sales volume. Without a local factory, Porsche can flexibly adjust European production, which it now sees as an advantage. In the first half of 2026, Porsche delivered 14,501 vehicles in China, down 31.93% year-on-year.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 30
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Short term

Companies29 Jul, 06:50neutral

Pentagon Selects Ford, GM, and BC Customs to Build Next-Gen Tactical Vehicle Prototypes, Plans to Deploy About

The Pentagon has selected Ford Motor, General Motors, and BC Customs to build prototypes for the U. S. Army's next-generation tactical transport vehicles, with plans to deploy about 600 units. The initiative is part of a broader effort under the Trump administration to rebuild America's industrial base and strengthen national security by involving private automakers in military manufacturing. Ford's prototype will be based on its Super Duty pickup platform, while GM continues developing a Silverado-based heavy-duty variant already under military evaluation. The move underscores Washington's strategy to leverage automotive expertise amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 20
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Immediate

Companies29 Jul, 04:46mixed

Ford Motor Fiscal 2026 Q2 Revenue $48.3 Billion, Net Loss $1.32 Billion

Ford Motor reported fiscal 2026 second-quarter revenue of $48.296 billion, down 4% year over year, and a net loss of $1.322 billion, or a diluted loss per share of $0.33, compared with a loss of $0.01 a year earlier. By segment, Ford Blue revenue rose 1% to $26.1 billion, while Ford Pro fell 5% to $17.8 billion and Ford Model e plunged 56% to $1.0 billion.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 60
Confidence: 80%
Horizon: Short term

Companies28 Jul, 20:05mixed

SAIC Motor Ranks 125th on 2026 Fortune Global 500 with $91.3 Billion Revenue

SAIC Motor ranked 125th on the 2026 Fortune Global 500, up 13 places from a year earlier, with consolidated revenue of US$91.301 billion for fiscal 2025. The Chinese automaker, now on the list for the 22nd consecutive year, sold 4.507 million vehicles in 2025, up 12.3% year-on-year, and reported total revenue of RMB 656.24 billion, up 4.6%. Net profit attributable to shareholders reached RMB 10.11 billion, rising sharply. In the first half of 2026, SAIC sold 2.045 million vehicles, the only Chinese automaker to exceed 2 million units in the period.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 50
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Short term

Companies28 Jul, 08:15mixed

Waymo's Self-Driving Taxis in Austin Accumulate 83 Parking Tickets Totaling $9,325

Waymo's self-driving taxis in Austin, Texas, have received 83 parking tickets since entering the market in 2024, totaling $9,325 in fines. As of mid-July, $7,433 has been paid, with $1,892 outstanding. Violations include 64 tickets for parking in tow-away zones, 13 for unpaid meters, and 9 for blocking lanes. The highest single fine was $519 for occupying a disabled parking spot. Waymo operates over 300 vehicles in Austin and plans to launch its own app in January 2028.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 30
Confidence: 70%
Horizon: Medium term

Companies27 Jul, 22:54neutral

Volkswagen Denies Calling for EU Tariffs on Chinese Hybrids, Says Rate Should Not Exceed BEV Level

Volkswagen Group has denied calling for the European Union to impose tariffs on Chinese hybrid vehicles. During a first-half 2026 earnings call, CEO Oliver Blume advocated for a fair competitive environment and supported Chinese automakers localizing production in Europe. He stated that if the EU decides to impose tariffs, the rate should not exceed the current level on battery electric vehicles to maintain healthy trade relations.

Effective: 0
Intensity: 20
Confidence: 50%
Horizon: Short term