Low emissions vehicles backfire on NZAI

Low emissions vehicles backfire on NZAI
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NZ Automotive Investment has warned shareholders to expect revenue to be lower after weak sales in December and January.The operator of 2 Cheap Cars said underlying net profit for the year ending in March will be between $2.3 million and $2.7m, down from $3.8m last year.Actual net profit will be $900,000 higher thanks to a one-off gain from rearranging its lease agreements.NZ Automotive Investment (NZAI) said having covid-19 in the Auckland region was reducing the number of sales rather than just delaying when they happen.“Management is n...

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