BYD (BYDDY) and Geely (0175 HK) to buy Nissan (NSANY)-Mercedes (MBG GY) plant in Mexico, Reuters reports

The acquisition of the Nissan-Mercedes plant in Mexico by BYD and Geely signals a significant consolidation in the automotive sector, especially within the EV space.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 12 Feb 2026, 11:35 UTCOn the live feed at 11:15 UTC — 4 more headlines followed before this page went public

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BYD (BYDDY) and Geely (0175 HK) to buy Nissan (NSANY)-Mercedes (MBG GY) plant in Mexico, Reuters reports

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This move could enhance their operational capabilities and market share, positioning them strongly against traditional automakers. Investors will want to watch how this affects the competitive landscape, particularly in terms of supply chain efficiencies and potential synergies.

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