Summary
S&P Global Ratings analysts held a live interactive webinar on Wednesday, October 21. They examined the outlook for global and regional auto demand, evolving competitive dynamics, and the credit headwinds confronting rated auto OEMs and suppliers amid challenging industry conditions.
Key discussion topics included:
- Global light vehicle market outlook (2026-2028)
- Electrification progress across key markets
- Trade policy developments and their impact
- Shifts in competitive landscape in key auto markets
- Key credit headwinds for Asian auto OEMs and suppliers
Speakers:
Vittoria Ferraris, Managing Director, Corporate Ratings, EMEA Autos
Stephen Chan, Associate Director, Corporate Ratings, China Autos
Yuta Misumi, Director, Corporate Ratings, Japan Autos
Satoshi Tanaka, Senior Analyst, Corporate Ratings, Japan Autos
Jeremy Kim, Associate Director, Corporate Ratings, Korea Autos
Shruti Zatakia, Associate Director, Corporate Ratings, India Autos
Moderator:
Claire Yuan, Director, Corporate Ratings, China Autos
This webinar replay is free of charge.