Elon Musk's team conducted site visits to Chinese PV firms last week, including TCL Zhonghuan (002129 CH), Jinko Solar (JKS), and Jinggong Mechanical & Electrical, according to Cailian press

Elon Musk's team visiting Chinese photovoltaic firms suggests an interest in strengthening ties or securing partnerships within the growing solar industry.

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Credit Agricole (ACA FP) Q4 (EUR): Net Income 1.03bln (exp. 1.1bln), Revenue 9.97bln (exp. 6.77bln)

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Novartis (NOVN SW) Q4 (USD): Core EPS 2.03 (exp. 1.99), Revenue 13.3bln (exp. 13.7bln), guides initial FY26 revenue in the low single digit, core EPS declining by low single digits

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Elon Musk's team conducted site visits to Chinese PV firms last week, including TCL Zhonghuan (002129 CH), Jinko Solar (JKS), and Jinggong Mechanical & Electrical, according to Cailian press

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UBS (UBSG SW) Q4 (USD) Net Income 1.2bln (exp. 967mln), Pre-tax Profit 1.7bln (exp. 1.46bln), Investment Bank Pretax 640mln (exp. 468.7mln), Co. is to buyback USD 3bln of its own shares this year and aims to do more

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Hyundai Rotem (064350 KS) wins a KRW 320bln deal for 32 light rail trams from Edmonton

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This move could have significant implications for Jinko Solar and other firms involved, potentially influencing market sentiment and investment strategies in the renewable sector. Traders should watch for any resulting shifts in equity performance or supply chain developments stemming from this engagement.

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