Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. is expected to sustain strong profitability in coming years, supported by continued upgrades in high-end battery products, according to analysts at DBS Bank Ltd.. The firm is also positioned to benefit from rapid growth in energy storage installations. CATL is ramping up capacity at its Germany plant and building new facilities in Hungary, Spain and Indonesia to meet rising demand. DBS maintained a buy rating and raised its target price to HK$925 from HK$

Vice President Vance is expected to depart for Islamabad Tuesday morning for talks with Iran on a potential deal to end the war, according to three U.S. sources. The visit comes as a ceasefire nears expiration, while President Trump has threatened renewed strikes on Iranian infrastructure if no agreement is reached, though he may extend the deadline if progress emerges. Tehran initially delayed sending negotiators amid internal pressure, but reportedly received approval from the supreme leader Monday night. Trump envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are also expected to join the talks in Islamabad.

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