Stellaris is a publicly traded company. Exor is the largest shareholder.
The company was formed from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and the PSA Group.
Founded: 16 January 2021
Country of origin: Netherlands
Type of company: Publicly traded
Traded as:
- STLAM (Borsa Italiana)
- STLAP (Euronext Paris)
- STLA (New York Stock Exchange)
Current ownership structure
- Exor (Agnelli Family) – 14.29%
- Peugeot Family – 7.131%
- Pbifrance Participations SA – 6.129%
- Dongfeng Motor Group – 3.156%
Previous ownership of Stellantis
Stellantis is the result of the merger between Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, and the PSA Group. Both have a long and storied history in the car industry, and both have been controlled by single families throughout their history.
- Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA):
- 1899: Fiat founded in Turin, Italy by Giovanni Agnelli.
- 2021: Merged with PSA Group while still under the control of the Agnelli Family.
- PSA Group:
- 1976: PSA is formed from the merger of Peugeot and Citroën, with the Peugeot Family as the largest shareholders.
- 2021: Merged with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles with the Peugeot Family as largest shareholders.
Market Position
Brand Identity:
Stellantis, with its diverse brand portfolio, positions itself as a global leader in the automotive sector, offering everything from luxury and performance vehicles to everyday cars and utility vehicles.
Technological Innovation:
Stellantis focuses on innovation, particularly in electric vehicles and autonomous driving technologies, leveraging the combined expertise of its founding companies.
Product Focus:
The company offers a wide range of vehicles, catering to various market segments and needs, including electric and hybrid models.
Global Presence:
Stellantis has a strong global footprint, with significant presence in Europe, North America, and growing markets in Asia and South America.
Key Competitors:
Stellantis faces competition from other global automakers such as Volkswagen Group, Toyota, General Motors, Ford, and BMW, especially in key segments like SUVs, electric vehicles, and luxury cars.
With such a wide portfolio of brands, Stellantis is essentially competing against all other car manufacturers in one way or the other.
Stellantis Brands and Subsidiaries
Car brands:
- Abarth
- Alfa Romeo
- Chrysler
- Citroën
- Dodge
- DS Automobiles
- Fiat
- Jeep
- Lancia
- Maserati
- Opel
- Peugeot
- Ram
- Vauxhall
Other subsidiaries:
- Free2Move: A mobility and fleet services brand offering a range of transportation solutions.
- Leasys: A vehicle leasing and rental services company.
The History of Stellantis
Obviously there is not a lot of history with Stellantis itself, only seeing the light of day in 2021, but it’s roots go back far.
From Regional Powerhouses to a Global Entity (Pre-2021):
The history of Stellantis is rooted in the rich heritage of its founding companies, Fiat, founded in 1899, and Peugeot, dating back to 1810. Both companies evolved through various mergers and acquisitions, leading to the formation of FCA and PSA.
Creating a New Leader in the Auto Industry (2021-Present):
The merger of FCA and PSA in 2021 marked the creation of Stellantis, instantly making it one of the world’s largest automakers by volume and a significant player in the global automotive landscape.
Future Outlook:
Stellantis aims to be at the forefront of the automotive industry’s transformation with a focus on sustainable mobility, electrification, and digital innovation, setting new benchmarks in the rapidly evolving automotive world.