Q2 filings exhibit Audi Finance’s net interest margin ticking up to 3.05%, supported by optimized cost of funds. This microtrend is often a precursor to enhanced quarterly earnings, favoring upward stock revisions. Even as the carmaker's revenues in India have nearly tripled to $2.15 billion from about $766 million five years ago, its profit in India has dropped to $10.6 million from about $85 million over the same period, regulatory disclosures showed. Despite the decline in results, the German automaker continues to move forward with efforts to strengthen its global footprint. Recently, Audi CEO Döllner confirmed that the company is considering establishing its first U.S.-based factory and is nearing a final decision. This potential move could serve as a strategic stopgap to navigate the impact of U.S. auto tariffs while expanding the brand’s manufacturing presence in the United States. Read More GM cuts shifts in Ontario plant, impacting 700 jobs due to auto tariffs Jaguar Land Rover resumes U.S. shipments after tariff-related halt Tesla cuts financing rates on new Model Y in U.S. amid demand concerns Forward-looking sector models suggest that if global EV adoption rates hit 25% by 2027, Audi Finance could see compounded loan book expansion exceeding 9% annually, a bullish long-horizon case for investors.