UBS and Jefferies upgrade Stellantis (STLAM), citing excessively penalised stock
Stellantis shares advanced on 14 May 2026, following positive analyst revisions from UBS and Jefferies, who consider the stock excessively penalised. The Italian carmaker's stock is trading at €6.67, a 3.1% increase from its previous close of €6.47.
Today's gains extend a rebound initiated by a re-evaluation of the company's restructuring plan, announced in February 2025. That plan included charges of €22.2 billion in the second half of 2025 and projected cash outflows of €6.5 billion over four years. UBS maintains a Buy rating with a price target of €9.7, while Jefferies also holds a Buy rating, setting a target of €10.0, revised from €13.0.
Stellantis's rise contributes to a broader positive trend for Italy's FTSE MIB index. The technology sector has been particularly strong, exemplified by STM's 7.51% increase on 13 May 2026.
Why Analysts Are Rethinking Stellantis's Restructuring Costs
Stellantis is one of the world's largest carmakers, designing, manufacturing, and selling a wide array of vehicles, from passenger cars to light commercial vans. They generate revenue by selling these vehicles and associated services to private customers and businesses across the globe, leveraging a portfolio of well-known and historic brands.
Today's upward movement in Stellantis shares stems from a significant re-evaluation by market analysts, notably UBS and Jefferies. These experts now believe the stock was unfairly punished following a restructuring plan announced in February 2025, which included charges of €22.2 billion in the second half of 2025 and projected cash outflows of €6.5 billion over four years. Their updated analysis suggests the market had priced in a far worse outcome than was realistic, overlooking Stellantis's capacity to absorb these costs and continue generating value.
This shift in analyst sentiment has translated directly into the stock's performance, with Stellantis shares currently up 3.1%. The company is trading at €6.67 on the Italian market today, 14 May 2026, having closed yesterday at €6.47.
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Stellantis
Stellantis N.V. (STLAM) operates as a global automotive manufacturer, encompassing the design, engineering, production, distribution, and sale of a diverse range of automobiles and light commercial vehicles. Its extensive portfolio includes luxury, premium, American, and European brand vehicles, alongside engines, transmission systems, and metallurgical products. Beyond vehicle sales, Stellantis provides a comprehensive suite of services, including parts, retail and dealer financing, leasing, and rental solutions. The company markets its offerings through a broad network of distributors and dealers under well-known brands such as Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Lancia, DS, and Comau. Stellantis N.V. was established in 1899 and is headquartered in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands.