Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) reports Q1 group sales -6% Y/Y at 499.7k units; car sales -6% Y/Y at 419.4k, BEV sales +11% Y/Y at 50.4k

Mercedes-Benz's Q1 sales figures show a significant decline in overall group and car sales, down 6% year-over-year, which may signal challenges in their traditional markets.

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Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) reports Q1 group sales -6% Y/Y at 499.7k units; car sales -6% Y/Y at 419.4k, BEV sales +11% Y/Y at 50.4k

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Q1 Europe car sales +7% Y/Y
Germany +9% Y/Y
China -27% Y/Y
US +20% Y/Y

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However, notable growth in battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales (+11%) indicates a positive pivot towards electrification, particularly as Europe and Germany show growth in car sales. The contrasting drop in sales in China (-27%) could raise concerns about future demand in one of the largest automotive markets, impacting their forecasts and stock sentiment.

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