At Extreme Investor Network, we are constantly on the lookout for the latest trends and developments in the finance world. One area that has caught our attention recently is the growing business relationship between Cisco and Chinese electric car companies. In a recent interview with CNBC, Ming Wong, Vice President and CEO of Cisco Greater China, revealed that the tech giant is “very optimistic” about its business with Chinese electric car makers as they expand globally.
Chinese EV-makers have been aggressively expanding their presence on the global stage, despite escalating trade tensions with the US and EU. Cisco, which provides networking equipment and software for businesses, is working closely with at least 10 electric car customers as they establish factories, offices, and research and development centers overseas. Wong mentioned that Cisco’s revenue in Greater China is mainly generated from manufacturing companies, with electric cars being the largest category.
While the exact financial impact of this business expansion remains uncertain, industry experts like Shiv Shivaraman from consulting firm AlixPartners believe that significant manufacturing-related and office-related capital expenditures are on the horizon. Wong remains confident that Cisco’s business in China will return to growth this year, especially as more Chinese businesses look to expand globally.
In addition to electric car companies, Wong highlighted that Chinese internet giants like Alibaba are also playing a crucial role in driving Cisco’s growth in the region. Moreover, Cisco’s ability to connect different graphics processing unit providers together is proving to be a valuable asset in a market where AI giant Nvidia faces restrictions. As the chip systems powering the training and implementation of the latest artificial intelligence models, GPUs are in high demand.
Despite a recent dip in revenue in the Asia-Pacific, Japan, and China region, Wong emphasized that Asia Pacific remains the highest growth area for Cisco. With a strong network of clients and partners in the region, coupled with a focus on innovation and global expansion, Cisco is well-positioned to capitalize on the evolving landscape of the finance industry.
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