Stellantis writes a loss of billions - new models are supposed to bring turn

Stellantis, Parent company of brands such as Fiat, Opel, Jeep and Citroën, has one for the first half of 2025 Net lust of almost 2.3 billion euros reported. The turnover decreased 74.3 billion euros, a minus of 13 percent compared to the same period last year. The reasons are above all High US tariffs, sales returns in Europe as well as weak commercial vehicle sales.

Nevertheless, the new management team around CEO is shown Antonio Filosa Confident and announces a clear strategy for the second half of the year - including new models and production offensives.

US tariffs and weak markets put a strain on the result

Especially in the USA, an important market for brands such as Dodge, Ram and jeep, make stright Import tariffs troubled. The net debate from the US tariffs is on for 2025 Around 1.5 billion euros estimated, of which 300 million euros occurred in the first half of the year.

However, only recently was one Appearance to a reduced customs rate of 15 percent achieved - a measure that could at least partially cushion the stress in the future.

In Europe, long delivery times, weak demand and currency effects also led to declining sales.

Product and model offensive as a countermeasure

In order to boost sales again, Stellantis relies on one Wide product offensive:

Already introduced in the first half of 2025:

• Citroën C3 Aircross (Elektro)

• Fiat Grande Panda (Elektro, less than 25,000 euros)

• Opel Frontera (Elektro)

• Updates for RAM 2500/3500 Heavy Duty, Citroën C4/C4X and Opel Mokka

Planned for the second half of 2025:

• Three new models on the StLA medium platform With up to 700 km range:

  • Jeep Compass (Elektro)

  • Citroën C5 Aircross (Elektro)

  • DS N ° 8 (Elektro)

   

• • RAM 1500 With 5.7-liter V8

  • Dodge Charger Sixpack

    Return of classic burners:

     

• Start of the Jeep Cherokee Hybrid

Outlook for the second half of the year

Despite the weak start, Stellantis expects for the second half of the year increasing sales. The forecast is based on the currently negotiated customs level and a gradual market recovery.

CEO Antonio Filosa emphasizes that 2025 is a "challenging year", but already First progress in sales and sales compared to the second half of 2024 are visible.

Conclusion:
With a mixture new e-models, the return of iconic combustion engines And a partial customs relief wants to go back to the profit zone. The upcoming quarters will show whether this balancing act will open between electromobility and traditional drives.