Industries.
Asia’s real economy, sector by sector — where the goods are made, powered, sold and housed.
Chinese, Tesla EVs Secure Record European Market Share in Q2 2026
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers and Tesla significantly expanded their presence in Western Europe during Q2 2026, capturing a record 10.7% of new car sales. This shift reflects strategic overseas expansion by Asian firms and aggressive pricing.
PSMC Maintains Strategy, Forecasts H2 2026 Business Rebound
Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp. (PSMC) will maintain its existing strategy following Chairman Frank Huang's death. Acting Chairman Brian Shieh expects business to improve quarter by quarter in the second half of 2026.
Ather Energy Narrows Q1FY27 Loss, Revenue Jumps 89% Amid Margin Pressure
Indian EV maker Ather Energy cut operating losses and saw revenue surge 89% in Q1FY27. However, raw material costs and mass-market competition strain margins.
China Targets 100 Zero-Carbon Industrial Parks, Eyes Overseas Expansion
China plans to build 100 national-level zero-carbon industrial parks by 2030, a move critical for its decarbonisation goals. The nation also explores extending this green model to its extensive network of overseas industrial parks, which currently include many carbon-intensive sites across Asia and Africa.
First Resources, Bumitama Set for Stronger Q2 as Palm Oil Prices Climb
Singapore-listed palm oil firms expect robust second-quarter earnings, driven by increased crude palm oil prices, though rising input costs present a nuanced outlook for integrated groups.
Honda Philippines Forecasts 13% Motorcycle Sales Growth This Year
Honda Philippines Inc. (HPI) projects a 13% increase in motorcycle sales for the current year. Strong demand for economical transport options drives this growth. HPI sold 1.04 million units last year, holding 56% of the Philippine market.