**Bullish Points:**
1. Revenue increased by 7.0% compared to Q2 2024.
2. Adjusted net loss (non-GAAP) decreased by 2.7% compared to Q2 2024.
3. Automobile deliveries increased by 11.6% compared to Q3 2023 and 7.8% compared to Q2 2024.
4. Gross profit increased by 31.8% compared to Q3 2023 and 18.9% compared to Q2 2024.
5. Gross margin improved to 10.7% from 8.0% in Q3 2023 and 9.7% in Q2 2024.
6. Automobile gross margin improved to 13.1% from 11.0% in Q3 2023 and 12.2% in Q2 2024.
7. Cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, short-term investments, and long-term deposits totaled RMB 422 billion (USD 60 billion) as of September 30, 2024.
8. Long-term borrowings decreased to RMB 11.282 billion as of September 30, 2024, from RMB 13.043 billion as of December 31, 2023.
9. Record high deliveries in October 2024, with 20,976 vehicles delivered.
10. Strategic investment in NIO China with a total cash investment of RMB 33 billion from strategic investors and RMB 100 billion from NIO.
11. CEO William Li highlighted the strong market position of the NIO brand in the high-end electric vehicle market in China.
12. CFO Steven Feng emphasized the improvement in automobile gross margin to 13.1% and the achievement of positive free cash flow in Q3 2024.
**Bearish Points:**
1. Total revenue for Q3 2024 decreased by 2.1% compared to Q3 2023.
2. Net loss for Q3 2024 increased by 11.0% compared to Q3 2023 and slightly increased by 0.3% compared to Q2 2024.
3. Operating loss for Q3 2024 increased by 8.1% compared to Q3 2023 and slightly increased by 0.5% compared to Q2 2024.
4. Automobile sales for Q3 2024 decreased by 4.1% compared to Q3 2023.
5. Short-term borrowings increased to RMB 6.011 billion as of September 30, 2024, from RMB 5.085 billion as of December 31, 2023.
**Summary:**
The financial report for NIO-SW (09866) presents a mixed outlook. On the positive side, the company has shown significant improvements in gross profit, gross margin, and automobile deliveries. The strategic investments and strong cash position are also promising indicators of future growth. However, the increase in net loss and operating loss, along with a decrease in total revenue and automobile sales compared to the previous year, are areas of concern. The increase in short-term borrowings also warrants attention. Overall, while there are several positive developments, the company needs to address the areas of financial loss and revenue decline to ensure sustained growth.
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