Both Domestic Sales and Exports of AC Motors Were Under Pressure in Q1

Published: May 20, 2026 11:11

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In Q1 2026, the AC motor industry for air conditioners was generally weak, with production and sales pulling back significantly YoY. The market exhibited a pattern of sharply weakening exports and simultaneously pressured domestic sales.

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