Core Insights - Katrin Adt has been appointed as the new CEO of the Dacia brand, succeeding Denis Le Vot, effective September 1, 2025 [2][3] - Adt brings nearly 26 years of experience in the automotive industry, having held various senior positions at Daimler and Mercedes-Benz, including CEO of Mercedes-Benz in Luxembourg and CEO of the Smart brand [6] - The Dacia brand is recognized for its affordable mobility solutions and is currently expanding with the launch of its new C-segment SUV, BIGSTER [5][12] Company Leadership - François Provost, CEO of Renault Group, expressed gratitude to Denis Le Vot for his contributions and welcomed Katrin Adt, highlighting her experience as a key asset for Dacia [3] - Fabrice Cambolive, Chief Growth Officer of Renault Group, emphasized Adt's expertise in business development and the importance of electrifying Dacia's product range [4] Brand Positioning and Strategy - Dacia is positioned as a specialist brand for affordable mobility, aiming to establish itself as a benchmark in electrified vehicles [4][12] - The brand has seen significant success, with models like Sandero and Duster becoming best-sellers in their respective categories in Europe [12] - Adt aims to continue Dacia's momentum and address the challenges of electrification while maintaining the brand's commitment to accessible mobility [7]

Core Viewpoint - Renault Group is positioned for margin growth in the second half of 2025, supported by strong fundamentals, a committed team, and a robust product plan despite facing challenges in the first half of the year [2][3]. Financial Performance - Group revenue reached €27.6 billion, an increase of 2.5% compared to H1 2024, and 3.6% at constant exchange rates [4][5]. - Automotive revenue was €24.5 billion, up 0.5% compared to H1 2024, with a 1.6% increase at constant exchange rates [4][5]. - Group operating margin was €1.7 billion, representing 6.0% of Group revenue, down from 8.1% in H1 2024 [6][21]. - Net income stood at -€11.1 billion, with a net income excluding Nissan impacts of €0.5 billion [14][21]. Operational Highlights - The automotive net cash financial position was €5.9 billion as of June 30, 2025, down from €7.1 billion at the end of 2024 [18][21]. - Free cash flow was €47 million, significantly lower than €1.3 billion in H1 2024, impacted by a negative change in working capital [17][21]. - The total inventory level was 530,000 vehicles, reflecting a healthy management of stock [7][17]. Market Position and Strategy - Renault Group's commercial performance includes being the 2 brand in Europe for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, with strong sales from the Clio and Duster models [4][21]. - The company is focusing on a flexible business model to meet market demands for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles, with a strong order book reflecting two months of sales [22][23]. - The updated financial outlook for 2025 anticipates an operating margin of around 6.5% and free cash flow between €1.0 billion and €1.5 billion [20][22]. Challenges and Adjustments - The company faced a significant non-cash loss of €9.3 billion due to changes in the accounting treatment of its investment in Nissan, impacting overall financial results [10][14][33]. - Renault Group is implementing a strict commercial policy prioritizing value creation over volume to protect vehicle residual values amid increasing competition [21][22].

Group 1: Global Automotive Production Overview - In 2024, global automotive production is projected to reach 92.5 million units, with Africa contributing only 1.18 million units, accounting for 1.27% of the total production [1] - South Africa and Morocco dominate African automotive production, with South Africa producing 632,285 vehicles (50.9% market share) and Morocco producing 559,645 vehicles (45.5% market share) [1] - South Africa's automotive market is characterized by a mature ecosystem with 430 suppliers and component manufacturers, while Morocco has a growing presence with two major manufacturers [1][3] Group 2: South Africa's Automotive Industry - Approximately 62% of South Africa's automotive production is exported, primarily to Europe, with a goal to increase annual production to 1.4 million units by 2035 [2] - South Africa faces challenges such as ongoing electricity supply shortages affecting manufacturing and new U.S. tariffs impacting exports to the U.S. by about 30,000 vehicles annually [2] - The local production includes popular models like BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Toyota Corolla, with Volkswagen leading local production at 167,084 units [1] Group 3: Morocco's Automotive Industry - Morocco has solidified its position as Africa's leading passenger car producer, with Renault Morocco achieving a record production of 413,614 vehicles in 2024, a significant increase from previous years [3][4] - The local automotive industry in Morocco boasts a high localization rate of 65.5%, with plans to increase it to 80% by 2030, supported by a network of 90 local partners [4] - Stellantis Morocco produced 111,000 vehicles in 2024, with a localization rate of 70%, and aims to enhance its local supply chain further [4]