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Brent crude traded above $90 and WTI followed for the first time in about two years as tensions with Iran threaten Gulf oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Kuwait cut production due to storage constraints after Iran’s actions, with analysts warning further disruption could push prices toward $150 a barrel as supply remains tight and storage fills up.
Apple is drastically reducing production of the iPhone Air due to poor sales and low demand, especially outside China, with production orders expected to drop to less than 10% of September levels. Despite its innovative design and features, the iPhone Air has not attracted significant customer interest, leading Apple to focus more on the traditional iPhone 17 and Pro models. This trend mirrors Samsung's struggles with its Galaxy S25 Edge, which also saw low sales and halted production.
Apple is reportedly reducing the production of iPhone Air models due to disappointing sales performance, reflecting challenges in the smartphone market.
Tesla's stock fell as reports of production cuts at its China plant surfaced, adding to the company's already challenging year. Setbacks have led to a significant drop in market cap, with Chinese carmakers like BYD surpassing Tesla in electric vehicle sales. Musk's blunt demeanor and demands have raised concerns, with some experts suggesting it may be time for the Tesla board to consider his position. The company faces pressure as it grapples with lower volume growth and struggles to fulfill its promise of becoming a technology juggernaut.
Tesla's stock continues to plummet as reports of production cuts at its China plant emerge, contributing to a year of setbacks that have led to a nearly $250 billion decrease in market cap. The company faces increasing competition from Chinese carmakers in the electric vehicle market, prompting price cuts and warnings of lower volume growth. Amid lackluster earnings, some experts suggest it may be time for the Tesla board to consider removing Elon Musk from his leadership role, as pressure on the company mounts and its future growth prospects are questioned.
Tesla reduces production at its Shanghai factory amid slowing EV demand in China, potentially heading towards a first-quarter delivery miss and announcing vehicle price increases, leading to a drop in stock value. The company is facing weakening demand in China, Europe, and other key markets, with its Shanghai exports to Europe declining and the Berlin factory running below capacity. Analysts have lowered delivery forecasts, and Tesla's stock performance has been declining, with UBS cutting its price target and delivery forecasts, and Morgan Stanley projecting potential earnings declines and a decrease in price target.
Ford Motor announced a reduction in production of its F-150 Lightning pickup truck due to lower-than-expected demand for electric vehicles (EVs), with plans to cut production at its Michigan Rouge Electric Vehicle Center to one shift starting April 1. The move comes amidst signs of slowing demand for EV trucks, with Ford selling 24,165 F-150 Lightning trucks in the US last year, up 55% over 2022. The production cut impacts 1,400 workers at the plant, with some transferring to other facilities or taking advantage of a special retirement program. Ford also plans to increase production of gas-powered Bronco SUVs and Ranger pickups, while the broader automotive industry is grappling with proposed emissions regulations and shifting investment priorities.
Ford announced a reduction in production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck due to matching production with customer demand, signaling a slower-than-expected transition to electric vehicles (EVs) in the automotive industry. Despite initial aggressive targets, the growth rate of EVs is slowing, leading traditional carmakers like Ford to scale back their EV production plans. This decision impacts the automotive industry's shift to EVs, including Ford's operations in Kentucky, and raises questions about the future of EV investments and production in the region.
Ford is reducing production of its F-150 Lightning pickup truck due to weakening demand for electric vehicles, with plans to cut production at its Michigan plant and add a third crew for gas-powered Bronco SUVs and Ranger pickups. This move comes amid Detroit automakers' protests against the Biden Administration's emissions proposals, and former President Donald Trump's vow to reverse the electric vehicle rules. Ford expects continued growth in global EV sales in 2024, but less than anticipated, and is focusing on hybrid models as buyers show more interest in those over all-electric vehicles.
Ford Motor Co. is reducing production of its F-150 Lightning electric truck due to declining demand for electric vehicles, impacting about 1,400 employees at the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Michigan. The company anticipates slower growth in global EV sales for 2024 than previously expected.
Ford plans to reduce production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck by half in 2024, aiming to manufacture approximately 1,600 trucks per week instead of the previously planned 3,200, due to changing market demand. This decision reflects a trend among automakers, including Ford, General Motors, and Volkswagen, who have scaled back their electrification plans in response to weaker-than-expected demand for electric vehicles. Despite the overall health of the electric car market, automakers are adjusting their production levels to match customer demand.
Analyst Jeff Pu predicts that Apple is cutting production of the upcoming iPhone 15 due to supply issues with components such as the display and cameras, as well as potential demand concerns. Apple was previously estimated to ship around 83 million iPhone 15 units but is now expected to build 77 million units by the end of the year. Additionally, Pu mentions some details about the rumored iPhone 16 Pro models, which are expected to be introduced in late 2024.
Saudi Aramco, the state oil giant, reported a 38% drop in net profit for the second quarter due to lower crude oil prices and weakening refining and chemicals margins. The company's net profit of $30.07 billion came slightly above analyst expectations. The decline in profitability is in line with industry trends, as other oil giants like BP, ExxonMobil, Shell, and TotalEnergies also reported steep drops in earnings. Saudi Arabia's production cut of 1 million barrels per day, in effect since July, has added pressure on prices, but oil prices are expected to increase in the coming quarters due to strong demand and OPEC+ supply deficits.
Saudi Arabia has increased the prices for most of its crude oil to Asia in September, following the extension of its voluntary production cut. The official selling price for September Arab light crude to Asia has been raised by 30 cents a barrel to $3.50 a barrel over the Oman/Dubai average. The prices to Europe have also been hiked, while the prices to North America remain unchanged. The voluntary oil output cut of one million barrels per day will be extended to include September, with the possibility of further extensions or deepening.
Saudi Arabia will extend its voluntary 1 million barrel per day crude oil production cut into September, marking the third consecutive month of such declines. The cut, which can be extended or deepened, is in addition to other voluntary production declines implemented by some OPEC members until the end of 2024. The decision comes as oil prices remain relatively stable, with expectations of increased demand in the second half of 2023 potentially leading to supply tightness.