Shares of BYD Company, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) and battery manufacturer, surged 5.55% on November 4th, 2024, propelled by the company's exceptional performance and strategic moves in the rapidly growing EV market.
The primary catalyst for BYD's stock price surge was its record-breaking October sales figures. The company sold an unprecedented 502,657 electric and hybrid vehicles during the month, marking a staggering 66.5% year-over-year increase and a 19.8% rise compared to September 2024. This impressive sales performance was fueled by robust domestic demand in China, aided by government subsidies and the traditionally strong season for auto sales.
Furthermore, BYD's announcement of launching its Denza EV brand in Thailand, marking the brand's entry into its fourth international market in the Asia-Pacific region, also contributed to the positive investor sentiment. This strategic expansion into the significant Thai automotive market demonstrates BYD's ambitions to establish a stronger presence in the rapidly growing Southeast Asian EV sector.