FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) and PSA (Peugeot Société Anonyme) Group have now officially merged to become Stellantis. The two corporations completed their merger mid-January 2021 to become the world's fourth-largest automobile company. The merger came when Fiat announced its plans to start mass-producing flying cars (from 2023), working together with Archer's electrical aviation company. Here are details of the merger.
Who Owns More Shares in Stellantis?
FCA and PSA own equal shares in the new entity, where PSA CEO Carlos Tavares sits as its president. The board comprises primarily of PSA members, so it’s safe to say that while the two companies share equal ownership, PSA seems to have control over Stellantis.
How Did the Merger Come About?
This merger had been in the works since 2019 and finally came to full agreement early this year. The interesting fact is there seemed to have been little objection from both groups' boards as 99% of the members supported the merger. After going through all the formalities, the European Commission granted it its regulatory approval.
What Will Be the Volume of Production Like?
Stellantis will have a lot of funds at its disposal. They aim to produce eight million vehicles a year with projected revenue of 270 billion AUD. The automaker announced that they would combine 14 brands of volume sellers and luxury cars, including the Maserati and Alfa Romeo.
The brands under Stellantis are Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Vauxhall/Opel, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Lancia, Maserati, Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, Ram, and Abarth.
Can I Buy Stellantis Shares?
To an investor, this merger might open an investment opportunity. The first shares were traded at the Paris Milan Stock Exchange on January 18th, and a day later, they were traded on the New York Stock Exchange.
What’s In Store for Stellantis in 2021?
We expect electric car versions of the Citroen Berlingo, Peugeot Partner, and Vauxhall Combo vans. The project was announced in 2020, and we expect updates on the progress soon, including news about the EVMP platform, an electrified platform to underpin larger vehicles.
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