Summary
S&P Global Ratings analysts held a live, interactive webinar on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. They discussed the outlook for the global and Asia-Pacific (APAC) auto market, credit trends for rated issuers affected by U.S. tariffs, and explored technology companies' entry into the electric vehicle (EV) sector and its implications.
Key discussion points included:
- Outlook for the global light vehicle market over the next 12 to 24 months
- Impact of U.S. trade tariffs on the auto sector
- Update on the electrification scenario for key markets
- Rating trends of APAC automakers
- The rationale and implications of tech companies entering the EV space
Speakers:
Vittoria Ferraris, Managing Director, Corporate Ratings, EMEA Autos
Claire Yuan, Director, Corporate Ratings, China Autos
Stephen Chan, Associate Director, Corporate Ratings, China Autos
Yuta Misumi, Associate Director, Corporate Ratings, Japan Autos
JunHong Park, Director, Corporate Ratings, Korea Autos
Jeremy Kim, Associate Director, Corporate Ratings, Korea Autos
Shruti Zatakia, Associate Director, Corporate Ratings, India Autos
Clifford Kurz, Director, Corporate Ratings, China Tech
Moderator:
Hiroki Shibata, Managing Director, Analytical Manager, Corporate Ratings, Japan
This webinar replay is free of charge.