Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the first half of 2025, the company reported net revenues of approximately €74.3 billion and adjusted operating income (AOI) of approximately €540 million, with a net loss of approximately €2.3 billion, including unusual items [6][10] - Industrial free cash flow was reported as a €3 billion outflow, which was attributed to insufficient AOI generation to cover capital expenditures and R&D spending [12][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced lower than expected volumes, particularly in the European light commercial vehicle (LCV) market, which was down about 13% year-to-date [21][22] - The ramp-up of newly launched products was slower than anticipated, impacting overall shipments [20][21] - The company noted a significant impact from higher industrial costs, including warranty costs and fixed asset absorption due to lower volumes [9][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a €1 billion to €1.5 billion net tariff impact for the full year 2025, with approximately €330 million felt in the first half [5][10] - Foreign exchange impacts were noted at just under €1 billion year-over-year, primarily due to the strengthening of the euro against the U.S. dollar and Brazilian real [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to reestablish current period financial guidance during the H1 2025 update call on July 29, which will encapsulate expected improvements in the second half [16][58] - The management emphasized the importance of product launches, including new B and C segment entries in Europe, to drive recovery and improve market share [15][16] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenging operating environment, citing economic and regulatory uncertainties that have led commercial customers to delay fleet renewals [22] - The company expressed optimism about the potential for improvement in the second half of 2025, driven by new product launches and a focus on regaining market share, particularly in the fleet segment [34][37] Other Important Information - The company noted that total vehicle inventories at the end of the first half of 2025 were unchanged, with OEM inventories up by about 60,000 units and dealer inventories down by about 60,000 units [13][14] - Management highlighted the need for continued investment in the business despite cash outflows in the first half [54] Q&A Session Summary Question: Continued share losses in the U.S. and Europe - Management indicated that market share in Europe increased by about 130 basis points compared to the second half of the previous year, despite challenges in the LCV market [20][21] Question: Operating leverage and margins in Middle East and LatAm - Management confirmed strong performance in the Middle East and LatAm, with expectations for positive traction in operating leverage and margins [24][25] Question: Gap between operating cash flow and free cash flow - Management explained that the negative cash flow was influenced by increased capital use in the financial services business, which is growing rapidly [29][30] Question: Regaining market share in fleet, particularly for Ram - Management highlighted the reintroduction of the V8 engine in the Ram pickup and plans to improve production numbers to regain lost market share [34][37] Question: Competitive pressure in Europe - Management acknowledged increased competitive pressure in Europe but noted that new product launches are expected to help mitigate this [42][43] Question: Tariff impacts and expectations for the second half - Management indicated that the €330 million tariff impact in the first half is not representative of what is expected in the second half, with potential for that figure to double [46][47] Question: Liquidity and cash generation outlook - Management reassured that liquidity remains sufficient, targeting 25% to 30% of trailing twelve months revenues, and emphasized the need to turn positive in industrial free cash flow [52][54]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the first half of 2025, the company reported net revenues of approximately €74.3 billion and an adjusted operating income (AOI) of approximately €540 million, which excludes about €3.3 billion of net charges from IFRS figures [6] - The company experienced a bottom line net loss of approximately €2.3 billion, inclusive of unusual items, and reported an industrial free cash flow outflow of €3 billion [6][12] - The AOI was impacted by lower than expected volumes, higher industrial costs, foreign exchange fluctuations, and tariffs, with a net tariff impact of approximately €330 million in the first half [7][10][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The sluggish European light commercial vehicle (LCV) market and lower production ramp-up of newly launched products negatively affected volumes [7] - Fleet sales in North America remained low, impacting market share despite improvements in retail sales [7] - The company launched several new products in the first half, including five new B and C segment entries in Europe, which are expected to drive improvement in the second half [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The LCV market in Europe declined by about 13% year-to-date, significantly affecting the company's performance as it holds a strong share in that segment [21] - The company reported a sequential increase in market share in Europe by approximately 130 basis points compared to the second half of the previous year, despite the overall market challenges [21][46] - The company increased its battery electric vehicle (BEV) penetration in Europe to 13% in the first half, although profitability remains a challenge due to lower margins on BEVs compared to internal combustion engine vehicles [44] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to reestablish current period financial guidance in the upcoming call, reflecting expected improvements in the second half of 2025 [16] - The management emphasized the importance of product launches and addressing market share losses, particularly in the Ram brand, by reintroducing the V8 engine and targeting lower-end market segments [34][36] - The company is focused on navigating regulatory uncertainties and economic challenges while continuing to invest in new product development and market recovery strategies [22][44] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the significant headwinds faced in the first half, including tariff impacts, foreign exchange fluctuations, and lower volumes, but noted sequential improvements in cash flow outflows and AOI margin [15][46] - The management expressed optimism about upcoming product launches and the potential for improved performance in the second half, particularly with the return of the Jeep Cherokee and new medium nameplates [16] - The company remains committed to maintaining sufficient liquidity, targeting a liquidity level of 25% to 30% of trailing twelve months revenues, despite cash outflows in the first half [55] Other Important Information - The company is experiencing a significant impact from tariffs, with an estimated total net tariff impact for 2025 projected to be between €1 billion and €1.5 billion, with expectations for increased impacts in the second half [5][47] - The management highlighted the need for transparency regarding the financial services business and the potential for separating industrial cash flow from financing cash flow in future disclosures [32][34] Q&A Session Summary Question: Continued share losses in the U.S. and Europe - Management noted a 130 basis point increase in market share in Europe compared to the second half of last year, attributed to new product launches, but acknowledged slower ramp-up [20][21] Question: Operating leverage and margins in Middle East and LatAm - Management confirmed strong business performance in the Middle East and LatAm, with expectations for positive traction in operating leverage and margins [23][25] Question: Gap between operating cash flow and free cash flow - Management explained that the negative cash flow was influenced by increased capital use in the financial services business and insufficient AOI to cover investing activities [29][30] Question: Regaining market share in fleet, particularly for Ram - Management highlighted the reintroduction of the V8 engine and new product strategies aimed at regaining market share in the fleet segment [34][36] Question: Competitive pressure in Europe - Management acknowledged increased competitive pressure in Europe but emphasized the strength of their new products and market share gains despite challenges [42][46] Question: Tariff impacts and mitigation actions - Management indicated that the €330 million tariff impact in the first half is not representative of the expected second half impacts, which could be significantly higher [47][49] Question: Liquidity and cash generation outlook - Management reassured that liquidity remains sufficient and outlined expectations for positive industrial free cash flow in the second half, with further details to be provided in the upcoming call [55][56]