BMW Revises Downward Profit Forecast for 2026 Amid Challenges in China and Middle East
German automaker BMW has cut its full-year profit outlook for 2026, citing a sharp decline in the Chinese automotive market and economic pressures from the conflict in the Middle East. The company now expects an EBIT margin of 1% to 3%, down significantly from prior guidance of 4% to 6%. This revision has led to a notable drop in BMW's stock price.
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