Stellantis has recently suffered a significant setback, and even more challenges lie ahead | Carscoops.

      Stellantis is optimistic that the introduction of several new models will aid its recovery from a challenging start to 2025.

      The company reported a net loss of $2.65 billion in the first half of 2025.

      Tariffs are anticipated to cost Stellantis up to $1.7 billion this year alone.

      New CEO Antonio Filosa acknowledged that the first half did not meet expectations.

      As global supply chains continue to be unstable and politically influenced, new tariffs have come at a particularly challenging time for one of the largest automakers in the world. The most recent U.S. trade restrictions are poorly timed for Stellantis, which is already facing internal issues, including a recent change in leadership. The company is now preparing for the financial repercussions.

      Stellantis forecasts that international tariffs enacted by President Donald Trump will impact its earnings by approximately €1.5 billion ($1.7 billion), with about €1.2 billion ($1.38 billion) of this expected in the latter half of the year.

      The increase is primarily connected to higher costs for imported components. Despite the challenges, Stellantis claims it is “highly engaged with relevant policymakers” and continues to conduct long-term scenario planning.

      For the first half of 2025, Stellantis reported a net loss of €2.3 billion (~$2.65 billion), which includes €3.3 billion (~$3.8 billion) in net charges excluded from its adjusted operating income. In contrast, the company achieved a net profit of €5.6 billion (~$6.4 billion) in the first half of 2024.

      CEO Antonio Filosa stated that the “first half was… nowhere near where we want and need it to be. We still have a lot of work ahead. Specifically, we are focused on reintroducing products to segments where we have been absent.”

      Filosa is hopeful for an improvement, stressing that some recovery is achievable by leveraging what Stellantis excels at. “We will address the issues at Stellantis by building on what’s working well,” he stated, highlighting the company’s workforce, energy, and forthcoming products as the key to its recovery.

      With this perspective, Filosa anticipates a better second half of the year, predicting increased net revenues, low single-digit adjusted operating income profitability, and improved industrial free cash flow.

      This year, ten new models are slated for release, including three updated vehicles based on the STLA Medium platform, set to launch in the second half. These vehicles include the refreshed Jeep Compass, the Citroën C5 Aircross, and the DS No.8, all part of Stellantis’ strategy to regain momentum in important segments.