BYD

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BYD is China's largest new energy vehicle (NEV) maker and one of the world's largest battery makers.
Founded: Feb 1995
Founder: Wang Chuanfu
Ticker: HKG: 1211
HQ: Shenzhen
2024 revenue: RMB 777.10 billion
Website: byd.com
  • BYD aims for up to 1.6 million overseas sales in 2026, Citi says

    BYD's overseas sales target for 2026 is 1.5-1.6 million vehicles, with growth primarily driven by new model launches, Citi said.

  • BYD plans to launch its ultra-luxury brand Yangwang in Middle East by early 2026

    BYD showcased the Yangwang U8 to local customers during a new store opening in the UAE in September 2024.

  • Global EV battery market share in Jan-Sept 2025: CATL 36.6%, BYD 17.9%

    CATL and BYD collectively installed 442.2 GWh of EV batteries in January-September 2025, accounting for 54.5 percent of the global total.

  • BYD launches updated Xia MPV at significantly lower prices

    The 2026 Xia MPV carries an official starting price of RMB 206,800 ($29,020), representing a 17.21 percent reduction compared to its predecessor.

  • BYD Oct sales breakdown: Qin 71,248 units, Seal 58,046

    The BYD Qin family models sold 71,248 units in October, remaining BYD's top-selling lineup.

  • BYD sells 441,706 cars in Oct, highest this year despite drop year-on-year

    This marks the second consecutive month of year-on-year decline in BYD's monthly sales.

  • BYD Fang Cheng Bao hits 100,000 Bao 5 delivery milestone

    The Bao 5, Fang Cheng Bao's first model, has achieved an average transaction price of RMB 271,400 ($38,160) to date.

  • BYD Sealion 06 SUV hits 100,000th production milestone in 100 days since launch

    The Sealion 06 is replacing the discontinued Song Plus -- the only model in BYD's Ocean series named after a Chinese dynasty.

  • BYD Q3 net income drops 32.6% as car sales decline

    BYD's third-quarter revenue dropped 3.05 percent year-on-year, marking a rare decline in recent years.

  • BYD unveils Racco mini electric K-Car in Japan

    The Racco is BYD's fifth model in Japan, targeting a popular segment in the country.