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BMW’s 2026 financial outlook is getting hit hard by China’s slowing auto market, forcing the luxury automaker to slash profit and EBIT margin forecasts despite strong sales in the U.S. and Europe. Rising competition from domestic Chinese brands, global energy price hikes, and revised market forecasts are pushing BMW to expect fewer vehicle deliveries and a bigger drop in group profit before tax. Yet, the company plans to keep dividends and buybacks intact, with automotive free cash flow still projected above 2.5 billion euros. The message is clear: in China, luxury no longer wins on brand alone—innovation and pricing matter more than ever.

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