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Stellantis CEO Search Sparks Brand Strategy Reevaluation
Stellantis is facing a pivotal moment as Chairman John Elkann evaluates CEO candidates amid the complexities of its extensive brand portfolio formed from the 2021 merger of Fiat-Chrysler and Peugeot's PSA. The company is considering a brand rationalization strategy, particularly for struggling brands like DS, Lancia, and Alfa Romeo, while maintaining its bestsellers such as Jeep and Ram. With increasing competition in Europe and a retreat from the Chinese market, the new CEO will need to make decisive choices to streamline operations and align with market demands. Analysts suggest that merging brands could be a potential way to reduce complexity and enhance efficiency, but such decisions are complicated due to the established consumer bases for each brand. The urgency of these decisions has been amplified by declining sales and market performance, particularly in the U.S. market, which has traditionally been the most profitable for Stellantis. The strategic direction of the company will be heavily influenced by its major shareholders, who are consolidating their control over Stellantis' decision-making processes.

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