Stellantis returns to profit in Q1 2026
Stellantis N.V. reports a return to profitability for the three months ended March 31, 2026, based on supplemental unaudited figures.
Sentiment and the balance of points
Rhea-AI Sentiment reads the wording of the document, how positive or negative its language is on a 1 to 5 scale. The balance of points shown with the takes weighs what the document actually discloses, so the two can disagree, for example when a trial that missed its main goal is described in upbeat language.
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Stellantis N.V. reports a return to profitability for the three months ended March 31, 2026, based on supplemental unaudited figures. Net revenues rose to €38,132 million from €35,813 million a year earlier, driven by Industrial activities.
Net profit reached €377 million for Stellantis, compared with a net loss of €387 million in the prior-year period, while operating income improved to €688 million from a loss of €316 million. Adjusted operating income increased to €960 million, with €809 million from Industrial activities and €151 million from Financial services.
Total assets increased to €207,417 million at March 31, 2026, with equity of €60,946 million and debt of €47,919 million. Net cash and cash equivalents were €31,950 million, slightly below €32,780 million a year earlier, as operating activities used €2,718 million of cash while financing activities provided €5,524 million, including €4,928 million from issuance of hybrid perpetual notes.
Insights
Stellantis swings from loss to profit with stronger Q1 margins.
Stellantis shows a notable turnaround, moving from a net loss of €387 million in Q1 2025 to a net profit of €377 million in Q1 2026. Operating income improved from a loss of €316 million to a positive €688 million, while adjusted operating income rose to €960 million.
Revenue grew to €38,132 million, and both Industrial activities and Financial services contributed positively to adjusted operating income. The balance sheet expanded to total assets of €207,417 million, equity of €60,946 million, and debt of €47,919 million, indicating a larger capital base.
Cash generation from operations was negative at €2,718 million, but this was offset by financing inflows of €5,524 million, including €4,928 million of hybrid perpetual notes issued in Q1 2026. Investors may focus on whether future quarters sustain the improved profitability while normalizing working capital and operating cash flows in subsequent reporting periods.
Key Figures
Key Terms
Adjusted operating income financial
equity method investees financial
hybrid perpetual notes financial
Industrial activities financial
Financial services financial
assets sold with a buy-back commitment financial
FAQ
AI-generated questions and answers. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.
How did Stellantis (STLA) perform financially in Q1 2026?
What were Stellantis (STLA) revenues by activity in Q1 2026?
How did Stellantis (STLA) adjusted operating income change in Q1 2026?
What is Stellantis (STLA) balance sheet position as of March 31, 2026?
How did Stellantis (STLA) cash flows evolve in Q1 2026?
What role did hybrid perpetual notes play for Stellantis (STLA) in Q1 2026?
AI-generated analysis. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.
