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Potential auto merger could kickstart next phase of industry competition

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In a major industry shake-up, Beijing could merge two of China's big four state-owned auto manufacturers: Changan and Dongfeng.
On February 9, both companies issued notices of "reorganization...with other SOEs," sparking speculation that the two companies plan to merge.
Some context: Changan ranked ...



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