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Stellantis commits $70 billion to FaSTLAne 2030 strategy, prioritising global brands

Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat to receive majority of capital as Stellantis targets 190 billion euro revenue by 2030

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Stellantis focuses on Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat brands in strategy reshuffle
Automotive giant reshapes portfolio with 60 billion euro investment plan

Stellantis has unveiled its FaSTLAne 2030 strategic plan, a five-year initiative valued at 60 billion euros ($70 billion), presented at its capital markets day at the company’s headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The strategy, described by Chief Executive Antonio Filosa as the result of "months of disciplined work," aims to drive long-term profitable growth by restructuring the manufacturer’s brand portfolio and financial targets.

The plan designates Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat as the company’s core global brands, which will receive 70% of brand and product investment alongside the Pro One commercial vehicle unit. Conversely, Chrysler, Dodge, Citroën, Opel, and Alfa Romeo have been classified as regional brands with reduced funding. Maserati, the Italian luxury marque, will receive investment for two new larger vehicles, with an updated roadmap scheduled for release in December.

Financial projections within the strategy outline significant growth, targeting revenue expansion from 154 billion euros ($180 billion) in 2025 to 190 billion euros ($222 billion) by 2030. The company also aims for an adjusted operating income margin of 7% by 2030, with a specific focus on achieving an 8% to 10% margin in North America, where it seeks 25% revenue growth.

Capital allocation is heavily skewed towards North America, with approximately 60% of the 36 billion euro ($42 billion) brand and product budget directed to the region. Additionally, 24 billion euros ($28 billion), representing 40% of total research and development and capital spending, will support three global platforms, including the new STLA One architecture and a suite of AI-enabled software stacks slated for launch in 2027.

Stellantis has set a target for positive industrial free cash flow starting in 2027, increasing to 6 billion euros ($7 billion) by 2030. The company also plans to achieve a cost-reduction run rate of 6 billion euros ($7 billion) by 2028 compared to 2025 levels. To address affordability, Stellantis intends to introduce seven new products priced under $40,000 by 2030, including two models under $30,000.

The strategy relies on strategic partnerships, including deepened ties with China’s Leapmotor and Dongfeng, and exploratory discussions with Jaguar Land Rover for US products. The company also aims to compress vehicle development cycles from up to 40 months to 24 months and reduce European capacity by more than 800,000 units while aiming to preserve manufacturing jobs.

Following the announcement of updated financial targets, Stellantis shares recovered from an initial 4% decline in midday trade to finish in positive territory.

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