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AUGUST 2022 EDITION
CHINA AUTOMOTIVE
First COVID, now a heat wave: Power cuts in Sichuan are the latest threat to Tesla’s China supply chain

Carmakers hit as China’s heatwave forces more power rationing

China state policies set to challenge and guide autonomous driving

China’s Electric Car Makers Poised To Raise Their Game In Europe

Chinese automakers set sights on German market

Meet the Chinese carmakers racing to get a larger share of the global markets
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Bill Russo. Mr. Russo is the Founder and CEO of Shanghai-based Automobility Limited, a strategy and investment advisory firm helping clients to create the future of mobility. His over 35 years of experience includes 16 years as an automotive executive, including 17 years of experience in China and Asia. He has also worked nearly 12 years in the electronics and information technology industries. Bill is also currently serving as the Chair of the Automotive Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai.
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CHINA AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

Jeep pulls out of China over government meddling in its business

China: EVs offered favorable services to ease pressure on power grid

China's NEV market to see rapid expansion in 2022-2026: report

China remains largest import source for auto parts: ACMA (India)

The Drivers of China’s Booming Electric Vehicle Market

Tesla’s Battery Deals Highlight Chinese Dominance of Key Materials for Electric Vehicles

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Differences Among Top Automotive Manufacturing Regions in Mexico: How do Suppliers Select Best Locations?
This Interview features Gary Swedback, CEO of NAI Mexico and NAI PanAmericas, part of the NAI Global network, a leading industrial and commercial real estate firm. NAIMexico operates 25 offices across Mexico and Latin America, ...

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Auto OEMs, Suppliers Face Compliance Challenges Under US Forced-Labor Law Targeting China
This Interview features Leslie Alan Glick, co-chair of the Butzel Long International Trade and Customs Specialty team. He works with US importers and exporters from China, Mexico, Brazil, Italy, Austria, France, Germany, Turkey, Japan and Vietnam ...

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ACCESS OVER 250 AUDIO INTERVIEWS
Listen to any of over 250 Audio Interviews with Experts on global automotive related business and operational topics such as HR, supply chain, legal, finance, M&A, markets and more.
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MEXICO INDUSTRIAL MARKET TRENDS REPORTS - Q2 2022
Latest Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports - Q2 2022
To access the 22 Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports Q2 2022, please visit here.
SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE
China’s role in supplying critical minerals for the global energy transition: What could the future hold?

How China’s strict Covid policies led to supply chain bottlenecks

What China's Recovering Supply Chain Means For Global Inflation

China Forced Labor Law Prompts Sweeping Supply Chain Reviews

Potential Logistical and Operational Costs of a China-Taiwan Conflict

Top 10 Chinese airports by domestic flights in H1

Kenya's new highway signals shift in China's lending blitz in Africa

China's ports log container throughput growth in first seven months

China to forgive 23 ‘belt and road’ loans to 17 African countries
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A
Significance of RCEP to foreign investment, M&A in China

What Regulatory Trends Are Impacting China M&A in 2022?

China Implements “Measures for the Security Assessment of Outbound Data Transfers”

EDA software ban latest blow to China’s chip makers

China plans three-tier data strategy to avoid US delistings

China: PRC post-pandemic - Applicability of force majeure in contracts revisited

China cuts benchmark lending rate LPR

China: A long term, sustainable and effective way to invest into China
RECORDED WEBINAR

LEVERAGING MEXICO TO REDUCE DEPENDENCE ON CHINESE AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIERS
Because of US/China tariffs, high logistics costs from Asia, Covid, power outages in China, growing Chinese costs and other reasons, automotive suppliers are diversifying their global supply chain and manufacturing into Mexico ...

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GLOBAL M&A OPPORTUNITIES | DEALS AVAILABLE

FOR SALE:
  • USA: Plastic-Injection Molding Supplier
  • USA: Plastics, Non-Ferrous Metals, Composite Wood Products Manufacturer
  • TURKEY: Plastics Auto Parts Manufacturing Supplier
  • TURKEY: Metal-Alloyed Spare Parts Production Company
  • ARGENTINA: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
  • ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
  • VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
  • USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Machining Supplier

LOOKING TO BUY:
  • Mexico aluminum injection parts manufacturer
  • U.S. EV Motor or EV Motor Controller Supplier
  • Multinational Automotive OEM Spare Parts Manufacturers (Looking to Buy or Invest)
  • Machining or Ductile Iron Casting Company
  • Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
  • OEM Parts Manufacturer
  • Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer

FINANCING | FUNDING SOURCES:
  • SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Company
  • Auto Suppliers | Companies Seeking to Invest
  • Founders & Start-ups Seeking Investment

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A and Funding Sources page here.
MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY
China's factory activity seen expanding at fastest pace in a year: Reuters poll

China’s Regional Power Rationing Unlikely to Persist

China to unveil Global Top 100 Smart Manufacturing Companies

China’s chip breakthrough poses strategic dilemma

Taiwan seeks alternate sites for semiconductor manufacturing amid China tensions

Taiwan’s foreign firms weigh future amid China risk, COVID curbs

China’s consumer and factory data miss expectations in July

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Why Apple can't quit China

China’s Economic Recovery Looks Nowhere in Sight. Property, Factory, and Retail Sectors Slide.

Pandemic Bolsters China’s Position as the World’s Manufacturer

What’s next for Chinese investment in Latin America and the Caribbean?
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
China’s foreign businesses adapt by looking inward for talent as zero-Covid keeps expats away

The China Manager’s Guide to Mexican Operations: Comparing and Contrasting China and Mexico Operations

Hong Kong: Government announces cuts to quarantine measures for inbound travelers

China announces plans to issue visas for stranded Indian students after over two years of delay due to COVID restrictions

China Employee Terminations: Avoid These Mistakes

Vocational education powers China's manufacturing upgrading

Hong Kong Falls Behind In Global Best Cities, Expats Seeking to Leave: Survey
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EVENTS

RECORDED WEBINAR (recorded June 29, 2022): By Harris Bricken and East West Associates
"Leveraging Mexico to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Automotive Suppliers"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX
"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (February 8, 2022): By Harris Bricken
"Moving Your Manufacturing from China to Mexico"
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