CATL
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South Korean Investors Increase Acquisition of Chinese Assets: Xiaomi, BYD, and CATL Among Favorites
South Korean investors are increasingly investing in Chinese equities, with over $5.4 billion traded year-to-date, making China their second-largest overseas investment destination. Xiaomi Group is the most popular stock, followed by BYD and CATL. Pop Mart also sees growing interest. The China Universal CSI Robotics ETF is favored in A-shares. This shift is likely due to the performance of Chinese tech and emerging industries, coupled with Korea’s strong KOSPI performance fueled by its tech sector dominance and government policies.
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Experts Advocate Electric Cars for Women as Essential Second Vehicle, Like Marriage Commitment
CATL executive Shi Wei advocated for battery-swap capable EVs as second cars at the China Automotive Forum. He compared current battery ownership, which degrades irreplaceably with the car, to a marriage. Wei highlighted swapping’s ease, especially for groups like female drivers who avoid the physical hassle of charging. Swapping stations replace depleted batteries in minutes without manual handling. This enhances convenience for all secondary EV buyers, as CATL pushes adoption to alleviate range anxiety and reshape the market. CATL Service is the subsidiary driving these technology solutions. (94 words)
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CATL Announces Mass Production and Delivery of 587Ah Battery Cells: Energy Density Reaches 435Wh/L
CATL has commenced mass production of its 587Ah battery cells, heralding a new era in energy storage. These cells feature high energy density (435Wh/L), a 95.5% RTE, and a 25-year lifespan, along with enhanced safety measures. Integrated with the “Tianheng” system, they improve system returns and reduce self-discharge related malfunctions. Production occurs at CATL’s Jining “Lighthouse Factory,” emphasizing sustainability and advanced manufacturing.
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Zhu Xiaohu Reflects on Investments: Missed CATL Thrice, Lost $70 Million on Boston Power
Venture capitalist Zhu Xiaohu, known as a “unicorn hunter,” shared his experience of three missed opportunities to invest in CATL, the battery giant. He instead invested $70 million in Boston Power, which failed to commercialize its advanced technology, resulting in significant losses. Zhu now emphasizes the importance of commercial viability and a holistic investment approach, warning against solely focusing on technological advancement.
