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### Stellantis (STLA) Stock in Focus After HSBC Downgrade

Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) remained in focus after HSBC downgraded the automaker to **Reduce** from **Hold** on Friday, reflecting a more cautious outlook for the company.

The rating change came after Stellantis shares finished unchanged on Thursday's regular session before edging 0.7% higher in after-hours trading.

The downgrade follows a challenging period for Stellantis, with the stock down more than 24% over the past month amid concerns over slowing vehicle demand, pricing pressure, and the company's turnaround efforts in key markets. Investors have also been monitoring the pace of its restructuring initiatives and management's strategy to improve profitability.

The downgrade suggests the firm sees limited near-term upside as the company navigates a difficult operating environment for the global automotive industry.

Despite Thursday's modest after-hours rebound, investor sentiment remains cautious as Stellantis works to stabilize sales and margins amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty and increasing competition in the global automotive market.
Stellantis N.V. announced it will release its first-quarter 2026 financial results on April 30, 2026. The company will host a live audio webcast and conference call on the same day at 2:00 p.m. CEST, with presentation materials and the press release to be made available earlier on its Investor Relations website.
Opel Automobile GmbH, part of Stellantis N.V., reported strong first-quarter 2026 performance in Germany, with significant gains in registrations and market share.

New passenger car registrations rose 39% year-on-year to nearly 33,600 units, lifting market share to 4.8%. In March alone, registrations increased 43%, reflecting strong demand across key models.

Growth was driven by popular SUV models including the Opel Mokka, Grandland, and Frontera, as well as continued strength of the Corsa, which remains Germany’s top-selling small car. Electric vehicles also gained momentum, accounting for nearly 21% of new registrations, with Opel’s EV market share rising to 4.3%.

The company said the results position it for continued growth in 2026, supported by a refreshed product lineup and increasing demand for electric mobility.
Stellantis announced that its commercial-vehicle unit, Stellantis Pro One, will offer battery-electric vans in Europe at the same price as diesel models through June 2026.

The campaign covers compact and mid-size vans from brands including Citroën, Fiat Professional, Opel, and Peugeot. Vehicles offer payloads up to 1.5 tons and ranges of up to 340–350 km.

The initiative aims to accelerate electric-vehicle adoption among professional customers by removing the higher upfront cost of BEVs.
Stellantis to Announce Full Year 2025 Results on February 26
Maserati has unveiled the MCPURA Cielo FROZEN MAGMA, a one-off bespoke supercar created through its Fuoriserie customization program, at The I.C.E. 2026 event in St. Moritz. The model made its debut on Switzerland’s iconic frozen lake, combining high-performance driving with an exclusive winter setting.

The MCPURA Cielo FROZEN MAGMA features an iridescent “Ai Aqua Rainbow” body color that shifts under light, contrasted with bespoke glossy orange accents, black aerodynamic elements, and 20-inch Cyclonic Fuoriserie wheels. Inside, the cabin is finished in black Alcantara with orange stitching, carbon-fiber trim, and a dedicated badge certifying it as a “ONE OF ONE” creation.

Powered by Maserati’s 630 hp V6 Nettuno engine, the bespoke model includes carboceramic brakes, a suspension lifter, advanced driver assistance systems, and a premium Sonus Faber audio setup. The unveiling forms part of the “Year of the Trident,” celebrating 100 years of Maserati’s logo and motorsport heritage, with several modern and historic Maserati models showcased and driven on the frozen lake during the event.
Lancia made a strong statement on its return to the World Rally Championship’s WRC2 category at the 2026 Rallye Monte-Carlo, confirming the competitiveness of the new Lancia Ypsilon Rally2 HF Integrale in its debut event. Competing under extremely challenging snow and ice conditions, the team secured eight WRC2 stage wins and dominated the entire final leg of the rally.

Yohan Rossel claimed victory in the Super Sunday classification after winning all four WRC2 stages on the final day, while Nikolay Gryazin finished sixth after fighting for victory before late setbacks. Despite early incidents affecting both crews, Lancia left Monte-Carlo leading the WRC2 Teams’ standings, marking an encouraging and high-profile comeback for the brand on the world rally stage.

Stellantis CEO says turnaround plan includes new Jeeps, Ram trucks, and return of the Hemi V8

Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa projected an upbeat tone from the floor of the Detroit Auto Show. This is despite the fact that the relatively new CEO has much on his plate.

(finance.yahoo.com)
Stellantis Pro One Showcases Electric TRIS and CustomFit Solutions in Brussels

Stellantis Pro One is presenting its full range of commercial vehicles at the Brussels Motor Show, highlighting the European debut of the fully electric Fiat Professional TRIS three-wheeler. The showcase emphasizes micromobility and Stellantis’ CustomFit program, offering tailored vehicle solutions for professional and last-mile delivery needs.
Stellantis N.V. and Bolt announced a partnership to accelerate the deployment of Level 4 autonomous vehicles across Europe, aiming to begin trials in 2026. The collaboration will integrate Stellantis’ AV-Ready Platforms, including the eK0 van and STLA Small platform, with Bolt’s ride-hailing network, which operates in more than 50 countries. Bolt, which targets having 100,000 autonomous vehicles on its platform by 2035, plans to use the Stellantis-based fleets for driverless ride-hailing services. Stellantis expects the vehicles to meet Europe’s highest safety and cybersecurity standards, with phased deployment from prototypes to large-scale production starting in 2029. Both companies will work with European regulators to ensure compliance and safe rollout.